Cheap Homes for Rent in the Outer Cottonwood Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,900 (6 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Outer Cottonwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Cottonwood area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Cantata at the Trails priced from $1,653. Via Verde has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,160. Here are the most affordable Outer Cottonwood apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cantata at the Trails1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,653
Via VerdeJade 2-Car Garage Attached2BR,2BA$2,160
The Charlie ABQTH U12BR,2BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Cottonwood, NM

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Cottonwood area is the $1.65 price per square foot Jade 2-Car Garage Attached Model at Via Verde in the in the Paradise Hills neighborhood starting from $2,160. The second greatest value Outer Cottonwood apartment is the TH U1 Model at The Charlie ABQ starting at $2,495 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Paradise Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Via VerdeJade 2-Car Garage Attached2BR,2.5BA$1.65
The Charlie ABQTH U12BR,2.5BA$1.98
Cantata at the Trails1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.12

Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Cottonwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Cottonwood?

There are currently 5 Apartments for Rent in Outer Cottonwood, NM with pricing that ranges from $1,653 to $3,791. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Cottonwood ranging from $1,995 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer Cottonwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Cottonwood ranges from $1,995 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,409.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer Cottonwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer Cottonwood range from $2,310 to $3,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $2,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,270 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,377.

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