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609 Encino Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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501 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1020 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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3400 Comanche Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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1520 University Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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801 Locust Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1200 Dickerson Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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1508 John StAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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901 Park Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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517 Gold Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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400 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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611 Lead Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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516 Lewis Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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505 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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1501 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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3131 Adams St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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120 Cornell Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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412 Columbia Dr SE, Unit A, Unit A
412 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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4307 Central Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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1751 Bellamah Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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417 Princeton Dr. SE, Unit "B", Unit "B"
417 Princeton Dr. SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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417 Princeton Dr SE, Unit Unit A, Unit Unit A
417 Princeton Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Glo Apartments
3901 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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3525 4th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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318-320 Princeton Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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1420-1422 4th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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208 Columbia Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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1405 Gold Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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201 Adams St SEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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219-223 Walter St SEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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301 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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1516-1522 Tijeras Ave NEAlbuquerque, 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 | $978 | $695 | $1,800 |
| University West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $725 | $1,890 |
| University West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $975 | $2,407 |
| University West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $1,250 | $2,300 |
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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 $735. Villa De San Felipe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $784. Here are the most affordable University West apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Villa De San Felipe | 1x1D | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type A | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $797 |
| La Vida Nueva | Studios | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Mehran Lofts - Gold Avenue Realty, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Alvarado Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University West, NM
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the University West area is the $1.67 price per square foot 817 Slate Ave NW Model at 817 Slate Ave NW, Unit 817 in the in the Hunning Highland neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value University West apartment is the 2br apartment corner unit Model at Four Seasons starting at $1,100 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant 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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| 817 Slate Ave NW, Unit 817 | 817 Slate Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Four Seasons | 2br apartment corner unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 417 Princeton Dr. SE, Unit "B" | 417 Princeton Dr. SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Marquee Village Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (60%) - $200 Special | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Zodiac Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 1x1R-638 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University West is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University West?
The cheapest apartment in University West is Villa De San Felipe which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in University West costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University West?
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 38 regular apartments in University West 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 University West?
Cheap apartments in University West have an average cost of $537 which is $1,163 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University West.
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