
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Far West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (35 Rentals)
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Nuevo Atrisco

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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 | $1,826 | $1,826 | $1,826 |
| Outer Far West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $785 | $2,079 |
| Outer Far West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $895 | $2,894 |
| Outer Far West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,150 | $3,538 |
| Outer Far West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,986 | $1,300 | $3,883 |
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There are currently 35 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 $840. Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $964. 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 | $840 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| Tierra Linda | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,154 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1,349 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Far West Side, NM
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Far West Side area is the $1.59 price per square foot Verdant 2-Car Garage Attached Model at Via Verde in the in the Paradise Hills neighborhood starting from $2,135. The second greatest value Outer Far West Side apartment is the The Taos Model at Villa Hermosa starting at $1,164 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant 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 2-Car Garage Attached | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Taos | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Phoenix Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Tierra Linda | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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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 Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! which is listed at $964, while the average apartment in Outer Far West Side costs $1,718.
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 6 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 $135 which is $1,583 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Far West Side.
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