
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rio Grande Blvd Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (13 Rentals)
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Valley Apartments

Villa Hermosa

516 Candelaria Rd NW
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Grande Blvd?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Blvd Studio Apartments | $1,163 | $751 | $1,500 |
| Rio Grande Blvd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $761 | $2,125 |
| Rio Grande Blvd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $906 | $3,799 |
| Rio Grande Blvd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $1,039 | $3,865 |
| Rio Grande Blvd 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rio Grande Blvd Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Rio Grande Blvd Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rio Grande Blvd area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Apartments priced from $919. Villa Hermosa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable Rio Grande Blvd apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Apartments | Azure Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Aydan | Pinon Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,021 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Stride West | a10a | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio Grande Blvd, NM
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rio Grande Blvd area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas @ Rio in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Rio Grande Blvd apartment is the Grand Platinum Model at Valley Apartments starting at $1,497 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Rancho Encantado neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rio Grande Blvd apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Valley Apartments | Grand Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Poblana Place | M 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Taylor Ranch | 1B: Maple (TR) | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Cresta North Valley | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Desert Breeze Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Aydan | Pinon Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRio Grande Blvd, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #183
Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Rio Grande Blvd, Albuquerque, and the greater Albuquerque area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Rio Grande Blvd Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rio Grande Blvd Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Grande Blvd Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Grande Blvd Apartment is $919 at Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rio Grande Blvd Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rio Grande Blvd is starting from $1,130 at Valley Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rio Grande Blvd Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rio Grande Blvd Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Hermosa and starts from $1,341.
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