
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (71 Rentals)
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Bluewater Village

208 High St NE

Silver Gardens Apartments

401 14th St NW

1210 Central Ave SW

Citadel - Free Utilities

University Village

Millennium Flats

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Union 505
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The Beach

Villa de San Felipe

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Tierra Pointe

513 Candelaria Rd NW

Silver Moon Lodge

Imperial

Zocalo Lofts

Volcanes Commons

Alvarado Apartments

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La Cantera Senior Apartments

Villa Hermosa

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Peaks at Sandia View

225 63rd St NW

370 Atrisco Dr SW

Peaks at Los Ranchos

505 Central Lofts

516 Lewis Ave SE

Mehran Lofts - Gold Avenue Realty, LLC

Calle Cuarta
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Tucson Apartments

1420 4th St NW

1405 Gold Ave SE

219 Walter St NE

1516 Tijeras Ave NE

Candelaria Gardens

Pine St Studios

Sunshine Apartments

Arcadia Courtyard

1801 Coal Pl SE
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816 Coal Ave SW

El Sol

210 High St NE

Carousel

Villa Nueva Senior Apartments

University Studio Apartments

Sawmill Lofts

Aztec Manor
Westside - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Albuquerque
Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in Albuquerque by our Local Expert Esther Lombardi. See how it ranks!
Westside, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Studio Apartments | $1,091 | $695 | $1,800 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $725 | $2,125 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $895 | $3,995 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,150 | $3,930 |
| Westside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,166 | $1,300 | $3,763 |
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at El Sol priced from $725. 210 High St NE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38709 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50%) | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Carousel | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38720 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Millennium Flats | Unit Type B | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $869 |
| Villa de San Felipe | Broadway | Studio,1BA | $872 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Imperial | Studio - Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, NM
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $1.33 price per square foot Cottonwood - Phase II Model at The Aspens in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,819. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Taylor Ridge Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspens | Cottonwood - Phase II | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cresta North Valley | Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sandia | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| La Cantera Senior Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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 |
| El Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 38709 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 210 High St NE | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.47 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $902.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?
The cheapest apartment in Westside is El Sol which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Westside costs $3,469.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?
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 59 regular apartments in Westside 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 Westside?
Cheap apartments in Westside have an average cost of $181 which is $3,288 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westside.
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A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque
Written by: Esther Lombardi
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