
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Albuquerque Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Albuquerque area of Albuquerque.


Nova Ridge

Nova Point Gated Community

The Villas @ Uptown

Nova View

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1038 Texas St NE, Unit A, Unit A
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1601 Pennsylvania St NE
Uptown Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Albuquerque?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Albuquerque Studio Apartments | $1,219 | $735 | $2,398 |
| Uptown Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $900 | $2,497 |
| Uptown Albuquerque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $900 | $5,442 |
| Uptown Albuquerque 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $1,200 | $1,525 |
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Cheapest Available Uptown Albuquerque Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Albuquerque area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Nova Ridge priced from $725. Nova Point Gated Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Uptown Albuquerque apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Nova Point Gated Community | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Nova Peak | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Nova View | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Albuquerque, NM
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Albuquerque area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2x2_1037 Model at Uptown Square in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,576. The second greatest value Uptown Albuquerque apartment is the Rue Model at Q @ Uptown starting at $1,565 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Uptown Albuquerque neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Albuquerque apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Square | 2x2_1037 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Q @ Uptown | Rue | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| 1038 Texas St NE, Unit A | 1038 Texas St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pine Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Nova Peak | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Pinewood Estates | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | Studio Premium | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Nova View | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Nova Point Gated Community | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| Nova Ridge | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Albuquerque Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Albuquerque?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Albuquerque is at Nova Ridge listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Albuquerque Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Albuquerque Apartment is $850 at Nova Peak.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Albuquerque Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Albuquerque is starting from $999 at Nova Ridge.
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