
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Foothills Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (27 Rentals)
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Lomas Gardens

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Whispering Sands

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Glorieta

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308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

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760 Juan Tabo Blvd NE

Rio Vista Senior

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sandia Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Foothills Studio Apartments | $873 | $840 | $940 |
| Sandia Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $805 | $2,466 |
| Sandia Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $784 | $2,165 |
| Sandia Foothills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $1,060 | $2,524 |
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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 ABQ Encore priced from $799. Lomas Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here are the most affordable Sandia Foothills apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABQ Encore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Lomas Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Tesota Four Hills | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $834 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Mission Hill Apartments | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Palazzo Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| River Rock Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Las Vistas | 1BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Foothills, NM
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Foothills area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1 Car Garage Model at Indian Ridge in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Sandia Foothills apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Ridge starting at $1,105 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the South Los Altos neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Ridge | 1 Car Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| The Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Palazzo Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lomas Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 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 ABQ Encore listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Foothills Apartment is $805 at Lomas Gardens.
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 $858 at Tesota Four Hills.
What is the most affordable Sandia Foothills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sandia Foothills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tesota Four Hills and starts from $1,060.
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