
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $695 (40 Rentals)


Diamond Elite Luxury Townhomes

208 High St NE

Millennium Flats

Citadel - Free Utilities

Villa De San Felipe

401 14th St NW

The Beach
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Nine-O-Nine Apartments

301 Central Ave NE, Unit 117
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The Artisan @ Sawmill Village

100 Broadway Blvd NE, Unit 303

Mehran Lofts - Gold Avenue Realty, LLC

Calle Cuarta

Corona Del Sol Apartments

1611 Gold Ave SE

210 High St NE
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University Studio Apartments

543 Cedar St SE

Downtown @ 700

University Village

2121 Gold Ave SE

Adobe Manor Apartments

Route 66 Headquarters
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Tierra Pointe

The Crossroads

Sterling Downtown

Don Quixote Apartments

The Franz

120 10th St NW

Cresta North Valley

358 Pueblo Solano Rd NW
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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 | $1,059 | $695 | $1,800 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $725 | $2,200 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $895 | $3,995 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,150 | $4,350 |
| Westside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $1,300 | $3,763 |
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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 $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?
The cheapest apartment in Westside is Diamond Elite Luxury Townhomes which is listed at $699, 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 53 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 $151 which is $3,318 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westside.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.