
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vista Magnifica Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (13 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 | $996 | $810 | $1,500 |
| Vista Magnifica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $730 | $2,125 |
| Vista Magnifica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $895 | $2,746 |
| Vista Magnifica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,150 | $1,700 |
| Vista Magnifica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $1,300 | $2,195 |
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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 Studio unit found at Tierra Pointe priced from $780. Volcanes Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Vista Magnifica apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Valley Apartments | Azure Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista Magnifica, NM
As of November 10, 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 Grand Platinum Model at Valley Apartments starting at $1,497 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Rancho Encantado 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 |
| Valley Apartments | Grand Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 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 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vista Magnifica Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Vista Magnifica?
The cheapest apartment in Vista Magnifica is Volcanes Commons which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Vista Magnifica costs $2,178.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Vista Magnifica?
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 34 regular apartments in Vista Magnifica 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 Magnifica?
Cheap apartments in Vista Magnifica have an average cost of $451 which is $1,727 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Vista Magnifica.
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