
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $1,042 | $1,227 |
| Sandia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,140 | $2,647 |
| Sandia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,372 | $2,882 |
| Sandia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,876 | $3,481 |
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Cheapest Available Sandia Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sandia Heights area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain Run Apartments priced from $1,120. Tesoro on Spain has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,140. Here are the most affordable Sandia Heights apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Run Apartments | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Heights, NM
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Heights area is the $1.81 price per square foot Sirino Model at Altezza High Desert in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Sandia Heights apartment is the Isleta Model at Las Kivas starting at $1,675 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Foothills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sandia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altezza High Desert | Sirino | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Ottavo | Avia | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Spain Townhomes | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Enclave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| La Ventana | 1X1-712 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sandia Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights Apartment is $1,120 at Mountain Run Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sandia Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Heights is starting from $1,350 at Mountain Run Apartments.
What is the most affordable Sandia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sandia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Allegro at Tanoan and starts from $1,834.
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