
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montgomery Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Montgomery Heights area of Albuquerque.


Comanche Wells

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Rock Creek

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Montgomery Heights, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montgomery Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Heights Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $530 | $2,133 |
| Montgomery Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $820 | $4,121 |
| Montgomery Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $1,010 | $3,827 |
| Montgomery Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,331 | $2,637 |
| Montgomery Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Montgomery Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Montgomery Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montgomery Heights area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Comanche Wells priced from $723. Encanto Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Montgomery Heights apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $723 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Yucca - Studio | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $801 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montgomery Heights, NM
As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montgomery Heights area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Arabian Model at Desert Creek Apartments in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,618. The second greatest value Montgomery Heights apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Large Quiet Two Bedroom starting at $1,250 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montgomery Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | The Arabian | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Large Quiet Two Bedroom | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 2x2R-900 | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| San Pedro Village | Cochiti One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMontgomery Heights, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #59
Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Montgomery Heights, Albuquerque, and the greater Albuquerque area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Montgomery Heights Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montgomery Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Montgomery Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Montgomery Heights is under $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Montgomery Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Montgomery Heights is Encanto Lofts Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Montgomery Heights costs $2,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Montgomery Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Montgomery Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Montgomery Heights?
Cheap apartments in Montgomery Heights have an average cost of $178 which is $2,422 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montgomery Heights.
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