Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $475 (8 Rentals)

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Princeton Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Princeton Apartments

408 Princeton Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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University South
Studio Apartments

University South

424 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106

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Columbia West Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia West Apartments

209 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Columbia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Apartments

205-209 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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402 Cornell Dr SE
2 Bedroom Apartments

402 Cornell Dr SE

402-404 Cornell Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zodiac Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,100
Four Seasons2br apartment corner unit2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, NM

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2br apartment corner unit Model at Four Seasons in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Zodiac Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Four Seasons2br apartment corner unit2BR,1BA$1.15
Zodiac Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.57

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $1,100 at Zodiac Apartments.

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