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2320 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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The Beach
2525 Tingley Dr SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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6600 Bluewater Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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6901 Glenrio Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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2810 Central Ave SW
2210 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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9301 Volcano Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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2011 Matthew Ave
2011 Matthew AveAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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4914 Rincon Rd NW
4914 Rincon Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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6116 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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342-350 Estancia Dr NW
342-350 Estancia Dr NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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6005 Fortuna Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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2307-2311 New York AveAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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Marbella-Income Restricted Waitlist
6801 Glenrio Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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Tierra Pointe
6901-6901 Los Volcanes Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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Canon de Arrowhead
1700 Market St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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West Central Apartments
5817 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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El Campo Apartments
5800 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!
1919 Ladera Dr NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120
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Old Town Casitas
200 Rio Grande Blvd SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest!
1720 Atrisco Dr NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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Casa Lynne Apartments
386 57th NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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New Life Homes 4
6600 Delia Rd SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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2412 Rice Ave NW
2412 Rice Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87104
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Rainbow Apartments
4600 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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La Serena Senior
457 Coors Blvd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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5501 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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6800 Los Volcanes Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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West Mesa, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Mesa Studio Apartments | $840 | $840 | $840 |
| West Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $439 | $2,195 |
| West Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $850 | $2,450 |
| West Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $1,150 | $1,500 |
| West Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available West Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Mesa area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Generations at West Mesa priced from $439. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable West Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generations at West Mesa | One Bedroom 584 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $439 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,154 |
| Villas @ Rio | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mesa, NM
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Mesa area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas @ Rio in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value West Mesa apartment is the Willow Model at Crescent Ridge starting at $1,375 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Crescent Ridge | Willow | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 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 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in West Mesa is Generations at West Mesa which is listed at $439, while the average apartment in West Mesa costs $1,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Mesa?
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 20 regular apartments in West Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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