
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Tierra Pointe

The Beach

Volcanes Commons

225 63rd St NW
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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 | $806 | $775 | $840 |
| West Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $730 | $2,646 |
| West Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $895 | $2,646 |
| West Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $1,150 | $1,500 |
| West Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 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 West Mesa 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 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mesa, NM
As of March 23, 2026 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Crescent Ridge | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 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 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Mesa is at Tierra Pointe listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mesa Apartment is $902 at Volcanes Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Mesa is starting from $1,050 at Villa Hermosa.
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