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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University West Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (110 Rentals)
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Encino Terrace Senior
609 Encino Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Villa De San Felipe
501 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Union 505
801 Locust Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
401 14th St NW
AlbuquerqueNM87104
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Millennium Flats
1020 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$791 - $2,849
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Comanche Wells
3400 Comanche Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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Citadel - Free Utilities
1520 University Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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2121 Gold Ave SE
2121 Gold Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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La Vida Nueva
1200 Dickerson Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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3204 Comanche Rd NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
513 Candelaria Rd NW
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1101-1103 Wilmoore Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
1622 Coal Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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1700-1901 Indian Plaza Dr NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Pine St Studios
414 Pine St SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
3705 Aspen Ave NE
AlbuquerqueNM87110
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$893 - $1,307Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Silver Gardens Apartments
100 Silver Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Silver Moon Lodge
901 Park Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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517 Adams St NE
517 Adams St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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508 5th St SW, Unit C
508 5th St SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Peaks at Sandia View
1501 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$975 - $1,125Studio Apartments Available Jul 8
Zocalo Lofts
400 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Alvarado Apartments
611 Lead Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
417 12th St SW
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915 Walter St SE
AlbuquerqueNM87102
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412 Columbia Dr SE, Unit A
412 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
3209 Burton Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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Nine-O-Nine Apartments
909 Tijeras Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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Sandia Shadows
2901 Euclid Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Four Seasons
120 Cornell Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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De Anza - Nob Hill Luxury Apartments
4307 Central Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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$1,177 - $1,941
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Glo Apartments
3901 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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The Artisan @ Sawmill Village
1751 Bellamah Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
604 Arno St NE
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118 Princeton Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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1207 Barelas St SW
1207 Barelas St SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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410 Harvard Dr SE, Unit 1
410 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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$1,250
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1013 Dickerson Dr SE, Unit B
1013 Dickerson Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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410 Harvard Dr SE, Unit C
410 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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1409-1409 Hazeldine Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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1204 Sawmill Rd NW
1204 Sawmill Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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505 Central Lofts
505 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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410 Harvard Dr SE, Unit B
410 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
4320 Mesa Grande Pl SE
AlbuquerqueNM87108
1506 Edith Blvd NE
AlbuquerqueNM87102
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Siegel Select Albuquerque I
2500 University Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
300 Tijeras Ave NE, Unit 409
300 Tijeras Ave NE
AlbuquerqueNM87102
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Calle Cuarta
3525 4th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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Princeton Hall Apartments
318-320 Princeton Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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University West, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University West Studio Apartments | $923 | $700 | $1,800 |
| University West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $750 | $2,033 |
| University West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,010 | $2,407 |
| University West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,050 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available University West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University West area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at 210 High St NE priced from $700. Encino Terrace Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable University West apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Encino Terrace Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| Villa De San Felipe | 0 x 1 C | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $756 |
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type A | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $791 |
| 509 Girard Terrace | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Pine St Studios | Unit 08 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2121 Gold Ave SE | 2121 Gold Street SE - Unit 13 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | Studio (60%) | Studio,1BA | $893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University West, NM
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the University West 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 West apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Sandia Shadows starting at $1,195 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Four Seasons | 2br apartment corner unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 1013 Dickerson Dr SE, Unit B | 1013 Dickerson Dr SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Marquee Village Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 517 Adams St NE | 517 Adams St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 509 Girard Terrace | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Pine St Studios | Unit 08 | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 1x1R-638 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University West is at 210 High St NE listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University West Apartment is $829 at 509 Girard Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University West is starting from $1,100 at Zodiac Apartments.
What is the most affordable University West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Artisan @ Sawmill Village and starts from $1,398.
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