
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, NM from $800 (43 Rentals)
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Arrowhead Ridge

La Cantera Senior Apartments

Enchanted Vista Apartments

Desert Willow

Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments

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Odyssey Apartments

Sandoval Flats
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The Panorama

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Entrada Pointe

River Walk at Puerta de Corrales

Puerta Del Sol

City View

The Aspens

Blue Agave Villas

Enchanted Hills
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Solaire

Cottonwood Ranch

Eagle Ranch Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

Prisma

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Circ

Resort at Sandia Village

Canyon Walk Income Restricted
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The Dillon Luxury Apartments

Via Vista Apartment Community

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SkyStone Apartments

Wintergreen Apartments

Coronado Townhomes

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

480 Cimarron Meadows Ct

Affinity at Albuquerque 55+
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Felician Villa I - Senior 55+

Felician Villa II - Senior 55+

937 Country Club Dr SE

The Orchards

Olympus Latitude

247 US-550

3739 Clear Creek Rd

556 Apache Loop SW
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1896 Lee Loop NE

3441 Martin Meadows Dr NE

2292 Lema Rd SE
Ponderosa, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ponderosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Studio Apartments | $1,075 | $900 | $1,893 |
| Ponderosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $956 | $2,958 |
| Ponderosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $940 | $4,028 |
| Ponderosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,066 | $4,281 |
| Ponderosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $1,646 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Ponderosa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ponderosa, NM is a Studio unit found at Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included priced from $900. Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $993. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ponderosa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $993 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Mesa 50% | 3BR,2BA | $1,066 |
| Odyssey Apartments | a10a | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| The Panorama | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,098 |
| La Cantera Senior Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1,153 |
| Entrada Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,197 |
| Puerta Del Sol | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| City View | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, NM and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa area is the $1.59 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Horizon Village in the in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the Verdant Model at Via Verde starting at $2,235 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Paradise Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ponderosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Village | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
| Via Verde | Verdant | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Terra at Enchanted Hills | 2 X 2.5 (1-Car Gar) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Cielo Alameda | 2x2d | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Mesa 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Citrine Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Eagle Ranch Apartments | Alisal | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| La Cantera Senior Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Maple (Updated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ponderosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ponderosa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ponderosa is at Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment is $993 at Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ponderosa is starting from $1,141 at La Cantera Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arrowhead Ridge and starts from $1,066.
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