2901 Carlisle Blvd NE
AlbuquerqueNM87110
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University West Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $436 (136 Rentals)
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2901 Carlisle Blvd NE
AlbuquerqueNM87110
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$794 - $954Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Citadel - Free Utilities
1520 University Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$795 - $825Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Encino Terrace Senior
609 Encino Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$795Studio Apartments Available Sep 13
Millennium Flats
1020 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$799 - $1,275Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sage at 601
601 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$800 - $1,000Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2121 Gold Ave SE
2121 Gold Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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$800 - $1,426Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
La Vida Nueva
1200 Dickerson Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
1816 Lead Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
2120 Coal Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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412 10th St SW
AlbuquerqueNM87102
4211 Mesa Grande Pl SE
AlbuquerqueNM87108
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$820 - $2,789
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Comanche Wells
3400 Comanche Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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$821 - $1,905
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Union 505
801 Locust Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$839 - $1,359Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
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1700-1901 Indian Plaza Dr NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
115 Princeton Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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Silver Gardens Apartments
100 Silver Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
612 Arno St SE
AlbuquerqueNM87102
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$897 - $1,054Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Silver Moon Lodge
901 Park Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
501 Princeton Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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$925 - $1,025Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Zocalo Lofts
400 Coal Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$935 - $1,1952 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sandia Shadows
2901 Euclid Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
3421 Alta Monte Ave NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
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1516 Tijeras Ave NE
1516-1522 Tijeras Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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$975
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417 Stanford Dr SE, Unit cottageat4171/2StanfordDr.SE
417 Stanford Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
3504 Tulane Dr NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
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$999 - $1,4501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Peaks at Sandia View
1501 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
1622 Coal Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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$1,025 - $1,799Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alvarado Apartments
611 Lead Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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3209 Burton Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
1212 Lead Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
3618 Lafayette Dr NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
223 Solano Dr NE
AlbuquerqueNM87108
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$1,100 - $1,2002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Zodiac Apartments
419 Vassar Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Four Seasons
120 Cornell Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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$1,150 - $2,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Anza - Nob Hill Luxury Apartments
4307 Central Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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$1,190 - $1,800Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Artisan @ Sawmill Village
1751 Bellamah Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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$1,195 - $1,395
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Nine-O-Nine Apartments
909 Tijeras Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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$1,200 - $1,600
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1207 Barelas St SW
1207 Barelas St SWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
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404 Cornell Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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$1,2501 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
410 Harvard Dr SE, Unit 1
410 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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410 Harvard Dr SE, Unit C
410 Harvard Dr SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
1521 Gold Ave SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
304 Vassar Dr SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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$1,300 - $1,800Studio Apartments Available Now
505 Central Lofts
505 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87102
3504 Lafayette Dr NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
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$1,335 - $2,098
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Glo Apartments
3901 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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$1,363 - $1,661
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Siegel Select Albuquerque I
2500 University Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
516 Ash St SE
AlbuquerqueNM87106
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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 | $959 | $795 | $1,800 |
| University West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $800 | $2,007 |
| University West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $935 | $2,407 |
| University West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,398 | $4,419 |
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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 Central Apartments (4223) priced from $765. Citadel - Free Utilities has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $794. 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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| Central Apartments (4223) | Large Studio/1ba - 4223 Central | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Citadel - Free Utilities | Studio | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| Sage at 601 | 1 x 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| La Vida Nueva | Studios | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $817 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 2121 Gold Ave SE | 2121 Gold Street SE - Unit 13 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50%) | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| MLK | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University West, NM
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University West area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 521-525 Cedar St SE in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $945. The second greatest value University West apartment is the 2br apartment corner unit Model at Four Seasons starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 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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| 521-525 Cedar St SE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Four Seasons | 2br apartment corner unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 2x2R-900 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Aztec Manor | Spring into your new home! Beautiful 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Zodiac Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 1516 Tijeras Ave NE | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Central Apartments (4223) | Large Studio/1ba - 4223 Central | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
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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 Central Apartments (4223) listed at $765.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University West Apartment is $799 at Sage at 601.
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 $1,050 at Aztec Manor.
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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