
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vista Sandia Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Vista Sandia, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vista Sandia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Sandia Studio Apartments | $837 | $799 | $884 |
| Vista Sandia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $730 | $1,671 |
| Vista Sandia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $895 | $1,889 |
| Vista Sandia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $1,150 | $1,992 |
| Vista Sandia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Vista Sandia Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Vista Sandia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vista Sandia area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Tierra Pointe priced from $789. Volcanes Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Vista Sandia apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1,178 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1,417 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista Sandia, NM
As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vista Sandia area is the $1.33 price per square foot Acacia Model at Crescent Ridge in the in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood starting from $1,178. The second greatest value Vista Sandia apartment is the Sapphire Model at Diamond Mesa starting at $1,417 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vista Sandia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Tierra Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vista Sandia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Vista Sandia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Vista Sandia is under $1,417.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Vista Sandia?
The cheapest apartment in Vista Sandia is Volcanes Commons which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Vista Sandia costs $1,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Vista Sandia?
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 Sandia 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 Sandia?
Cheap apartments in Vista Sandia have an average cost of $216 which is $1,379 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Vista Sandia.
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