
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vista Magnifica Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vista Magnifica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Magnifica Studio Apartments | $1,091 | $840 | $1,500 |
| Vista Magnifica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $730 | $2,125 |
| Vista Magnifica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $895 | $2,646 |
| Vista Magnifica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $1,150 | $3,195 |
| Vista Magnifica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $1,300 | $2,178 |
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Cheapest Available Vista Magnifica Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vista Magnifica area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Volcanes Commons priced from $902. Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $964. Here are the most affordable Vista Magnifica apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,054 |
| Stride West | a10a | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista Magnifica, NM
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vista Magnifica 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 Magnifica apartment is the Lancaster Model at Huning Castle Apartments starting at $2,095 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Silver Lofts neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vista Magnifica 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 |
| Huning Castle Apartments | Lancaster | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Pueblo Casita | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vista Magnifica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vista Magnifica?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vista Magnifica is at Tierra Pointe listed at $927.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vista Magnifica Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vista Magnifica Apartment is $902 at Volcanes Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vista Magnifica Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vista Magnifica is starting from $1,073 at Volcanes Commons.
What is the most affordable Vista Magnifica Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vista Magnifica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Volcanes Commons and starts from $1,232.
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