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South Valley, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Valley area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Home @ Valencia priced from $695. FREE UTILITIES!! GREAT VIBES!! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable South Valley apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Home @ Valencia1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$695
FREE UTILITIES!! GREAT VIBES!!Sailor Interior UnitsStudio,1BA$699
White Oak Apartments1x11BR,1BA$716
Silver Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom (50%)1BR,1BA$740
Tesota Four HillsB12BR,1BA$748
Madeira CourtStudioStudio,1BA$749
ABQ EncoreStudioStudio,1BA$750
Union 505StudioStudio,1BA$783
Millennium FlatsUnit Type BStudio,1BA$795
Nova Point Gated Community0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Valley, NM

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Valley 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 South Valley apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Taylor Ridge Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Indian Ridge1 Car Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.19
Taylor Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
The Ridge3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.20
Four Seasons2br apartment corner unit2BR,1BA$1.10
Canon de Arrowhead2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Monterey Manor ApartmentsKaloSolo-Premium1BR,1BA$1.29
Lomas Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.16
White Oak Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.03
210 High St NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.27
Home @ Valencia1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$1.26

The Student's Guide to Albuquerque: Top Neighborhoods That Put CNM and UNM Life Within Reach

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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South Valley, Albuquerque, NM

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Albuquerque. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Valley is under $800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Valley?

The cheapest apartment in South Valley is Home @ Valencia which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in South Valley costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Valley?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 66 regular apartments in South Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Valley?

Cheap apartments in South Valley have an average cost of $136 which is $2,364 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Valley.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

Written by: Esther Lombardi

Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers culture, diversity, and beautiful landscapes. Each neighborhood blends historic charm with nature, education, and entertainment.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!