
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Far West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (32 Rentals)
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Bluewater Village

225 63rd St NW

Villa Hermosa

560 Estancia Dr NW

Mesa Ridge Apartments

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Stride West

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6041 Sequoia Rd NW, Unit B4

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Diamond Mesa

6232 Dennison Rd SW

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Canon de Arrowhead

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Volcanes Commons

Valle de Atrisco
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Ceja Vista Senior 55+

Crescent Ridge

Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!

Nuevo Atrisco

3717 Alamogordo Dr NW

6027 Redlands Rd NW

2840 Quail Pointe Dr NW

6041 Sequoia Rd NW
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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 | $1,905 | $1,893 | $1,917 |
| Outer Far West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $439 | $2,257 |
| Outer Far West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $850 | $3,200 |
| Outer Far West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,150 | $3,445 |
| Outer Far West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,202 | $1,300 | $3,763 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Generations at West Mesa priced from $439. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $842. Here are the most affordable Outer Far West Side apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generations at West Mesa | One Bedroom 584 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $439 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $842 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,154 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Manzano | 2BR,2BA | $1,199 |
| City View | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1,622 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Far West Side, NM
As of May 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Far West Side area is the $1.67 price per square foot Verdant Model at Via Verde in the in the Paradise Hills neighborhood starting from $2,235. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Verde | Verdant | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Manzano | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer Far West Side, Albuquerque, NM
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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 Generations at West Mesa which is listed at $439, while the average apartment in Outer Far West Side costs $3,469.
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 16 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 $270 which is $3,199 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Far West Side.
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