
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,109 (21 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sandia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,315 | $1,315 | $1,315 |
| Sandia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $1,109 | $2,260 |
| Sandia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,372 | $2,848 |
| Sandia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,849 | $3,519 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Sandia Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 Canoan Village priced from $1,109. Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Sandia Heights apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoan Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Mountain Run Apartments | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Spring Park | Willow Upstairs 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Heights, NM
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Heights area is the $1.57 price per square foot Pine Renovated Model at Quincy in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,744. The second greatest value Sandia Heights apartment is the Isleta Model at Las Kivas starting at $1,522 with a $1.37 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy | Pine Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Pavilions | C Classic with Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Enclave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Jemez | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Canoan Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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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 $1,109 at Canoan Village.
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 $1,420 at Canoan Village.
What is the most affordable Sandia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sandia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Ventana and starts from $1,949.
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