Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (15 Rentals)

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New Life Homes 4
1 Bedroom Apartments

New Life Homes 4

6600 Delia Rd SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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Adobe Manor Apartments
Studio Apartments

Adobe Manor Apartments

7412 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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Route 66 Headquarters
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Route 66 Headquarters

9317 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM 87121
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Rainbow Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rainbow Apartments

4600 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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El Campo Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

El Campo Apartments

5800 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM 87105
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Crescent Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Crescent Ridge

8200 Bridge Blvd SWAlbuquerque, NM 87121

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West Mesa, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

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 Rainbow Apartments priced from $850. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable West Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rainbow ApartmentsStodio1BR,1BA$850
Tierra PointeS1Studio,1BA$869
Volcanes CommonsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$902
Crescent RidgeJuniper1BR,1BA$952
Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$964

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mesa, NM

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Mesa 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 West Mesa apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Canon de Arrowhead starting at $1,154 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Alamosa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas @ Rio2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.92
Canon de Arrowhead2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest!2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.72
Villa HermosaThe Aztec1BR,1BA$1.39
Monterey PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.54
Rainbow ApartmentsStodio1BR,1BA$1.42
Volcanes CommonsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.53
Crescent RidgeJuniper1BR,1BA$1.74
Tierra PointeS1Studio ,1BA$2.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Mesa, Albuquerque, NM

Ranked #230

Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Albuquerque. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the West Mesa Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Rainbow Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in West Mesa costs $2,178.

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 27 regular apartments in West Mesa 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 West Mesa?

Cheap apartments in West Mesa have an average cost of $577 which is $1,601 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Mesa.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

Written by: Esther Lombardi

Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers culture, diversity, and beautiful landscapes. Each neighborhood blends historic charm with nature, education, and entertainment.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!