
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Far West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Far West Side area of Albuquerque.


448 Shorewood Dr NW

Bluewater Village

Tierra Pointe

El Campo Apartments

6001 Montaño Rd NW

Volcanes Commons
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Outer Far West Side, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Far West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Far West Side Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $851 | $1,876 |
| Outer Far West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $730 | $2,129 |
| Outer Far West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $895 | $2,725 |
| Outer Far West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $1,150 | $3,331 |
| Outer Far West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $1,300 | $3,649 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Far West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Outer Far West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Far West Side area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Tierra Pointe priced from $797. Volcanes Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Outer Far West Side apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $797 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Ceja Vista Senior 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Far West Side, NM
As of November 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Far West Side area is the $1.71 price per square foot Emerald Model at Diamond Mesa in the in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood starting from $1,742. The second greatest value Outer Far West Side apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Canon de Arrowhead starting at $1,154 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Alamosa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Far West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Mesa | Emerald | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo Casita | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Ceja Vista Senior 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Far West Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Far West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Far West Side is Volcanes Commons which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Outer Far West Side costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Far West Side?
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 22 regular apartments in Outer Far West Side 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 Outer Far West Side?
Cheap apartments in Outer Far West Side have an average cost of $197 which is $3,203 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Far West Side.
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