
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverview Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverview Heights area of Albuquerque.


Bluewater Village

Millennium Flats

401 14th St NW

The Beach

225 63rd St NW

Villa Hermosa

Mesa Ridge Apartments

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The Artisan @ Sawmill Village

300 San Pasquale Ave NW

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Canon de Arrowhead

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El Campo Apartments

Volcanes Commons

614 11th St SW

Crescent Ridge

Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!

The Franz

117 40th St NW

522 14th St NW

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Nuevo Atrisco

816 13th St NW
Riverview Heights, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverview Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Heights Studio Apartments | $926 | $790 | $1,500 |
| Riverview Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $439 | $2,195 |
| Riverview Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $895 | $2,472 |
| Riverview Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,150 | $1,800 |
| Riverview Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverview Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Riverview Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverview Heights area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Millennium Flats priced from $790. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Riverview Heights apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type A | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,154 |
| Stride West | a10a | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Valley Apartments | Azure Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| The Artisan @ Sawmill Village | Retail Space | Studio, | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverview Heights, NM
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverview Heights area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas @ Rio in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Riverview Heights 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 Riverview Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Manzano | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Valley Apartments | Azure Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Crescent Ridge | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Tierra Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverview Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverview Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverview Heights is at Millennium Flats listed at $790.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverview Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverview Heights Apartment is $952 at Crescent Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverview Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverview Heights is starting from $928 at Tierra Pointe.
What is the most affordable Riverview Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverview Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tierra Pointe and starts from $1,326.
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