
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vista Grande Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Vista Grande area of Albuquerque.


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Vista Grande, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vista Grande?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Grande Studio Apartments | $948 | $730 | $1,500 |
| Vista Grande 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $902 | $2,125 |
| Vista Grande 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $984 | $3,799 |
| Vista Grande 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,232 | $3,865 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Vista Grande Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Vista Grande Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vista Grande area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Tierra Pointe priced from $700. Volcanes Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Vista Grande apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista Grande, NM
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vista Grande area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas @ Rio in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Vista Grande apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! starting at $1,865 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Rancho Encantado neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vista Grande apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Aydan | Pinon Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Taylor Ranch | JR: Birch (TR) | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Tierra Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Getting Around the Vista Grande Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vista Grande Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Vista Grande?
The cheapest apartment in Vista Grande is Volcanes Commons which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Vista Grande costs $2,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Vista Grande?
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 35 regular apartments in Vista Grande 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 Vista Grande?
Cheap apartments in Vista Grande have an average cost of $278 which is $1,822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Vista Grande.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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