Cheap Homes for Rent in University West Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (11 Rentals)

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University West, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available University West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University West area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at 509 Girard Terrace Apartments priced from $559. Silver Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable University West apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
509 Girard Terrace Apartments509 Girard Blvd SE K1BR,1BA$559
Silver Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom (50%)1BR,1BA$740
The Artisan @ Sawmill Village1x1 Tax Credit 647 sq.ft.1BR,1BA$784
Union 505StudioStudio,1BA$824
Don Quixote ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University West, NM

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the University West area is the $1.49 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath with Balcony Model at Zocalo Lofts in the in the Netherwood Park neighborhood starting from $1,699. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Zocalo LoftsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath with Balcony2BR,2BA$1.49
Four Seasons2br apartment corner unit2BR,1BA$1.10
Villas Del Cielo1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Cresta North Valley1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.60
Zodiac Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.71
509 Girard Terrace Apartments509 Girard Blvd SE K1BR,1BA$0.86
210 High St NE1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.53
412 Columbia Dr SE, Unit B412 Columbia Dr SE1BR,1BA$1.77
Peaks at Sandia View1x1R-6401BR,1BA$1.56
Silver Moon LodgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76

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University West, Albuquerque, NM

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Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about University West

What type of rentals are currently available in University West?

There are currently 431 Apartments for Rent in University West, NM with pricing that ranges from $559 to $2,300. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University West ranging from $750 to $16,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University West ranges from $750 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,794.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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