Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights South Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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Sandia Heights South, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sandia Heights South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sandia Heights South area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Park priced from $1,195. Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Sandia Heights South apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring ParkJuniper1BR,1BA$1,195
OverlookVista1BR,1BA$1,225
Allegro at TanoanThe Milano1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Heights South, NM

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sandia Heights South area is the $1.53 price per square foot BEACON Model at Quincy in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,289. The second greatest value Sandia Heights South apartment is the C1 Renovated Model at Canoan Village starting at $1,575 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sandia Heights South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
QuincyBEACON3BR,2BA$1.53
Canoan VillageC1 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.58
Mountain RunRio Grande2BR,2BA$1.78
Altezza High DesertCollalto1BR,1BA$2.08
La Mirage Apartment HomesSandia1BR,1BA$1.80
Allaso High DesertA11BR,1BA$2.27
OttavoVentura1BR,1BA$2.21
La Ventana1X1-7121BR,1BA$2.25
Spring ParkJuniper Renovated1BR,1BA$2.17
OverlookVista1BR,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sandia Heights South, Albuquerque, NM

Ranked #144

Among neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Sandia Heights South Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM

Walk Score®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sandia Heights South Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment is $1,195 at Spring Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Heights South is starting from $1,450 at Canoan Village.

What is the most affordable Sandia Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sandia Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ottavo and starts from $2,135.

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