
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Foothills Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $444 (68 Rentals)
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The Twelve 601

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Tesota Four Hills

Cloudview Terrace

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Tesota Midtown

Rio Vista Senior Apartments

2408 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit D

Las Vistas

The Ridge

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Studios on Route 66
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The Retreat at Candelaria

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12124 Indian School Rd NE

12317 Mountain Rd NE

Villa Serena Apartments

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Arrowhead Pointe

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MOUNTAIN VISTA

183 Monte Largo Dr NE
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The Reserve

Heights at Tramway

12120 Menaul Blvd NE

13201 Fruit Ave NE

13401 Fruit Ave NE

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12113 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit 4

11715 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit A

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13208 Mountain Rd NE, Unit d
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11101 Towner Ave NE

1725 Paisano St Ne

628-636 Morris St NE

12353 Mountain Rd NE

Morris Townhome Apartments

308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

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760 Juan Tabo Blvd 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 | $723 | $650 | $1,200 |
| Sandia Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,130 | $765 | $2,293 |
| Sandia Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $773 | $2,217 |
| Sandia Foothills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,033 | $2,354 |
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Cheapest Available Sandia Foothills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sandia Foothills area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Juniper Flats priced from $650. Whispering Sands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Sandia Foothills apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper Flats | Arroyo | Studio, 1BA | $650 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Studios on Route 66 | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $900 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR, 1BA | $938 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $940 |
| Monte Largo | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B2 | 2BR, 1BA | $964 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Aztec | 1BR, 1BA | $969 |
| Sunrise Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Foothills, NM
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Foothills area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Zia Townhomes in the South Los Altos neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Sandia Foothills apartment is the 13208 Mountain Rd NE Model at 13208 Mountain Rd NE, Unit d in the Quail Ridge neighborhood starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sandia Foothills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zia Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.51 |
| 13208 Mountain Rd NE, Unit d | 13208 Mountain Rd NE | 2BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| The Reserve | Santa Fe | 2BR, 1BA | $1.51 |
| MOUNTAIN VISTA | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.51 |
| Monte Largo | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
| PPL 9716 Comanche - Building 1 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.46 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo-Premium | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.40 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sandia Foothills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sandia Foothills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sandia Foothills is at Juniper Flats listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartment is $875 at Whispering Sands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Foothills is starting from $950 at Monte Largo.
What is the most affordable Sandia Foothills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sandia Foothills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Copperfield and starts from $1,360.
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