
Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Foothills Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (216 Rentals)


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183 Monte Largo Dr NE

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1025 Muriel St NE

12013 Stilwell Pl NE

13515 Copper Ave NE

1509 June St NE

2101 June St NE

23 Lakeshore Dr NE
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Sandia Foothills, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sandia Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Foothills Studio Apartments | $1,010 | $840 | $1,082 |
| Sandia Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $765 | $1,752 |
| Sandia Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $746 | $2,295 |
| Sandia Foothills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $1,099 | $2,569 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Sandia Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,487 | $900 | $1,995 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,124 | $1,750 | $3,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,787 | $2,300 | $3,250 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Mexico and customized analysis for East Albuquerque, NM. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with a son or daughter (or both!), location matters. This area of town has emerged as a leading neighborhood for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best-rated education and schools for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with the great outdoors is a must-have. Sandia Foothills ranks as providing top-rated access to the outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This section of town has established a name for itself as one of the best higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area is now ranked as one of the best-regarded communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandia Foothills
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Sandia Foothills area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, August 03, 2026, there are currently 216 available Sandia Foothills apartments priced from $746 to $2,569, with an average monthly rent of $1,180.
How much are Studio apartments in Sandia Foothills?
There are currently 34 Studio Apartments in Sandia Foothills with rent ranges from $840 to $1,082 with an average price of $1,010.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sandia Foothills ranges from $765 to $1,752 with an average monthly rent of $1,120.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Foothills cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sandia Foothills range from $746 to $2,295. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,328.
How expensive are Sandia Foothills Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 23 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Sandia Foothills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,099 to $2,569 - averaging $1,638 for the location.
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