
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Side Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Tierra Pointe

401 14th St NW

Millennium Flats

911 Fruit Ave NW

The Beach

Villa de San Felipe

Silver Moon Lodge
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Zocalo Lofts

Volcanes Commons

225 63rd St NW

Imperial

707 12th St SW

Villa Hermosa

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Mesa Ridge Apartments
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Mehran Lofts - Gold Avenue Realty, LLC

Generations at West Mesa

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Arcadia Courtyard

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New Life Homes 4

816 Coal Ave SW

El Sol

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Carousel

Sawmill Lofts

5315 Yucca Cir NE

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Route 66 Headquarters

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The Crossroads

Sterling Downtown

Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!
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Casitas de Colores

The Franz

120 10th St NW

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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 | $1,117 | $760 | $1,800 |
| Outer West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Outer West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $895 | $3,995 |
| Outer West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,150 | $3,905 |
| Outer West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Outer West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West Side area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at El Sol priced from $725. Carousel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Outer West Side apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38709 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Carousel | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38720 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $747 |
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type A | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Villa de San Felipe | Broadway | Studio,1BA | $872 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Alvarado Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Side, NM
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer West Side area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Canon de Arrowhead in the in the Alamosa neighborhood starting from $1,154. The second greatest value Outer West Side apartment is the Acacia Model at Crescent Ridge starting at $1,125 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo Casita | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| El Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38709 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Carousel | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38721 | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer West Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer West Side is at Carousel listed at $740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer West Side Apartment is $725 at El Sol.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer West Side is starting from $1,050 at Generations at West Mesa.
What is the most affordable Outer West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Volcanes Commons and starts from $1,232.
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