
Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (316 Rentals)


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The Aubry

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Stride West

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Aydan

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Bluewater Village

228 16th St NW

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1207 Barelas St SW

6436 Saint Josephs Ave NW
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512 Twilight Vista Ln SW

1720 Avenida Cristo Rey NW

1307 Marble Ave NW

1331 Park Ave SW, Unit 512

505 Marble Ave NW

1325 San Andres Ave NW, Unit C

1100 10th St SW, Unit A

1100 10th St SW, Unit A

5516 Cochiti Ct NW

5515 Payson Ct NW
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506-514 14th St NW

1804 Slate Ave NW

448 Shorewood Dr NW

412 10th St SW

4700 Central Ave SW

6001 Montaño Rd NW

2830 Floral Rd NW

1237 Menaul Blvd NW

721 Santa Fe Ave SW

370 Atrisco Dr SW
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Outer West Side, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer West Side Studio Apartments | $982 | $750 | $1,800 |
| Outer West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $785 | $2,053 |
| Outer West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $895 | $3,523 |
| Outer West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $1,150 | $3,930 |
| Outer West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,300 | $1,995 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Outer West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,957 | $995 | $2,590 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,117 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,596 | $1,850 | $5,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,350 | $2,900 | $3,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter West Side, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #83
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
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Albuquerque. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Outer West Side is a top area of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and access to the best-rated school districts.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to the great outdoors is very important. This residential submarket ranks as providing highly-rated access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket has emerged as one of the A-list higher-end communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, concierge services, views, access to parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Outer West Side
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Outer West Side area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, August 23, 2026, there are currently 316 available Outer West Side apartments priced from $750 to $3,930, with an average monthly rent of $1,523.
How much are Studio apartments in Outer West Side?
There are currently 96 Studio Apartments in Outer West Side with rent ranges from $750 to $1,800 with an average price of $982.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Outer West Side Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Outer West Side ranges from $785 to $2,053 with an average monthly rent of $1,370.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer West Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Outer West Side range from $895 to $3,523. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,651.
How expensive are Outer West Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 36 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Outer West Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,150 to $3,930 - averaging $2,038 for the location.
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