
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vista Grande Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $444 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vista Grande?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Grande Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $840 | $1,379 |
| Vista Grande 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $850 | $2,053 |
| Vista Grande 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,023 | $3,523 |
| Vista Grande 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,398 | $3,930 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 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 2 Beds unit found at Villa Hermosa priced from $1,023. Mesa Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,029. Here are the most affordable Vista Grande apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo | 2BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Valley Apartments | Azure Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista Grande, NM
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vista Grande area is the $1.52 price per square foot Geneva Model at Las Mananitas Apartments in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,120. The second greatest value Vista Grande apartment is the Cottonwood (Premium) Model at Taylor Ranch starting at $1,875 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Mananitas Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Taylor Ranch | Cottonwood (Premium) | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Valley Apartments | Grand Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Taos | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Andalucia Villas | Antequera | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Del Rio Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Aydan | Pinon Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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 Mesa Ridge Apartments which is listed at $1,029, while the average apartment in Vista Grande costs $1,550.
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 6 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 $126 which is $1,424 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Vista Grande.
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