
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, NM from $800 (40 Rentals)
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Arrowhead Ridge

Desert Willow

Sandoval Flats

Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments

The Panorama

Puerta Del Sol

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Odyssey Apartments
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The Aspens

River Walk at Puerta de Corrales

City View

Blue Agave Villas

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Entrada Pointe

Eagle Ranch Apartments

Enchanted Hills

Prisma
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The Orchards

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Circ

Solaire

Resort at Sandia Village

Canyon Walk Income Restricted

Meadowlark Apartments

The Dillon Luxury Apartments

Via Vista Apartment Community
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Coronado Townhomes

Wintergreen Apartments

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SkyStone Apartments

Cottonwood Ranch

Cielo Alameda

Affinity at Albuquerque 55+

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

Felician Villa I - Senior 55+
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La Cantera Senior Apartments

Felician Villa II - Senior 55+

Olympus Latitude

1841 Blackberry Rd NE

1825 Peach Rd NE

480 Cimarron Meadows Ct

3649 North Pole Loop NE

472 Copper Dr NE
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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 | $1,064 | $900 | $1,967 |
| Ponderosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $961 | $2,958 |
| Ponderosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $940 | $4,624 |
| Ponderosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $1,066 | $4,624 |
| Ponderosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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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. Arrowhead Ridge in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $940. 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 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Two Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
| La Cantera Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Puerta Del Sol | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Odyssey Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,158 |
| The Aspens | Birch - Phase II | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| River Walk at Puerta de Corrales | Greenway LP | 1BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| City View | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, NM and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa area is the $1.67 price per square foot Verdant Model at Via Verde in the in the Paradise Hills neighborhood starting from $2,235. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the Ballard Model at Circ starting at $1,911 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Verde | Verdant | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Circ | Ballard | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Jade Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cypress (LUX) | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Sandoval Flats | 2AA (Wheelchair Accessible) | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Eagle Ranch Apartments | Latigo | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Puerta Del Sol | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| La Cantera Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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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 $956 at La Cantera 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 $940 at Arrowhead Ridge.
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 $1,337.
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