
Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (38 Rentals)


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Quincy

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Ottavo

Allegro at Tanoan

La Ventana

Mesa Del Oso

Enclave

Tesoro on Spain

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795 Tramway Ln NE

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9651 Village Green Dr NE

5406 Edwards Dr NE

9608 Merion Cir NE

9421 Lancaster NE

9212 Admiral Lowell Ave NE

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781 Tramway Pl NE

788 Tramway Pl NE
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Sandia Heights, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sandia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,099 | $2,579 |
| Sandia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,312 | $2,900 |
| Sandia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,819 | $2,967 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Sandia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,175 | $2,850 | $3,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,927 | $2,350 | $3,850 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,395 | $3,395 | $3,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSandia Heights, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #221
Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sandia Heights, Albuquerque, and the greater Albuquerque area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Outdoors Rating
Do you like the great outdoors? Sandia Heights is a highly-rated neighborhood for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 2.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is amongst the finest upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, on-site concierge services, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs and cats? this part of Albuquerque ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 2.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandia Heights
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Sandia Heights area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 38 available Sandia Heights apartments priced from $1,099 to $2,967, with an average monthly rent of $1,804.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sandia Heights Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sandia Heights ranges from $1,099 to $2,579 with an average monthly rent of $1,559.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Heights cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sandia Heights range from $1,312 to $2,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,928.
How expensive are Sandia Heights Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 10 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Sandia Heights on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,819 to $2,967 - averaging $2,102 for the location.
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