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5710 Avalon Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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6600 Bluewater Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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501 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1020 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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2525 Tingley Dr SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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901 Park Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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517 Gold Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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400 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
2708 Campbell Rd NW
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611 Lead Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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2600 Americare Ct NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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505 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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3501 Atrisco Dr NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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909 Tijeras Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1812 Indian School Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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1751 Bellamah Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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5601 Taylor Ranch Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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6000 Montano Plaza Dr NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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4601 Montano Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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2211 Rio Grande Blvd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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9180 Coors Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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228 16th St NW
228 16th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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2320 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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5401-5405 Tucson Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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1020 Park Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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820 Candelaria Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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816 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1201 Iron Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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401 14th StAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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990 18th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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1801 Bellamah Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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5315 Yucca Cir NE
5315 Yucca Cir NEAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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1700 Market St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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6600 Delia Rd SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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6801 Glenrio Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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5817 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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7412 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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9317 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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4600 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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6901-6901 Los Volcanes Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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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 | $997 | $790 | $1,800 |
| Outer West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $439 | $2,195 |
| Outer West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $895 | $3,995 |
| Outer West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $1,150 | $4,305 |
| Outer West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,300 | $2,600 |
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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 Villa De San Felipe priced from $784. Millennium Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Outer West Side apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa De San Felipe | 1x1D | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type A | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Mehran Lofts - Gold Avenue Realty, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Alvarado Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Side, NM
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer West Side area is the $1.67 price per square foot 817 Slate Ave NW Model at 817 Slate Ave NW, Unit 817 in the in the Hunning Highland neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Outer 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 West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 817 Slate Ave NW, Unit 817 | 817 Slate Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Del Rio Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Zocalo Lofts | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer West Side is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Outer West Side is Villa De San Felipe which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in Outer West Side costs $1,991.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer 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 42 regular apartments in Outer 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 West Side?
Cheap apartments in Outer West Side have an average cost of $284 which is $1,707 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer West Side.
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