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Apartments for Rent in Albuquerque, NM under $1200

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    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets at Acacia Gardens, Albuquerque, NM, 87111 a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan at Acacia Gardens, New Mexico, 87111
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    8401 Spain Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
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    1 BED $930+
    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets at Acacia Gardens, Albuquerque, NM, 87111 a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan at Acacia Gardens, New Mexico, 87111 the swimming pool at our apartments at Acacia Gardens, Albuquerque, NM Conference Area at Acacia Gardens, Albuquerque, NM
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    5/5 Jaron F. on Aug 28, 2025

    I have really enjoyed living here, the area is great and its very quiet.

    5/5 Anonymous on Dec 2, 2024

    Acacia Gardens looks great. Very clean and quiet

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    3011 Jane Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
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    1 BED $934+
    2 BEDS $1,096
    Furnished Dining Room Furnished Bedroom Pool Retreat at Candelaria Apartments Monument Sign
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    5/5 Michelle G. on Sep 17, 2025

    It has been a pleasant experience living here so far. We've been here a month and are very impressed by the promptness and attention to detail everyone seems to have.

    5/5 Eric C. on Sep 5, 2023

    Adam in mantainance is awesome he has helped me with many issues ????

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    this is a photo of the leasing office at park ridge apartments in cincinnati, oh a building with a blue awning in front of a street
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    1201 Madeira Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
    Available
    1 BED $942
    2 BEDS $1,098
    this is a photo of the leasing office at park ridge apartments in cincinnati, oh a building with a blue awning in front of a street a building with a blue awning in front of a street a walkway leading to a pool at the whispering winds apartments in pearland, tx
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    5/5 Jo M. on Aug 30, 2024

    I have really enjoyed living here and told many of my friends about Somerset Park

    4/5 Eric L. on Apr 4, 2024

    For being located in a rougher area, this apartment is clean and quiet.

  • a living room with a fireplace and a wooden table
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    4601 Montano Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
    1 BED $1,149+
  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    3608 Ladera Drive NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
    1 BED $1,129+
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    10000 Menaul Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
    1 BED $849+
    2 BEDS $989+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3501 Atrisco Drive NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
    1 BED $1,004
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    8401 Spain Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
    1 BED $930+
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a desk
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    2201 Ambassador Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
    1 BED $1,065
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    5222 Wyoming Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
    1 BED $1,040+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    3405 Calle Cuervo NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
    1 BED $1,079+
  • A living room with a glass table and a sofa.
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    3400 Wyoming Blvd, Albuquerque, NM 87111
    1 BED $980+
    2 BEDS $1,160+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3011 Jane Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
    1 BED $934+
    2 BEDS $1,096
  • a living room with a couch and a table with a bottle of wine
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    3131 Adams Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
    1 BED $999+
    2 BEDS $1,199+
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a television
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    601 Coal Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
    STUDIO $850
    1 BED $960
    2 BEDS $1,188
  • a living room and dining room with a table and a television
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    5600 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
    1 BED $889+
    2 BEDS $1,077+
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    121 Cardenas NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
    1 BED $766
  • a view of the pool from the balcony of an apartment building
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    1201 Madeira Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
    1 BED $942
    2 BEDS $1,098
  • a playground in a courtyard of a building in a city
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    5710 Avalon Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    6401 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
    STUDIO $1,125
    1 BED $1,099+
  • a living room with two couches and a rug
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    3135 Comanche Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107
    STUDIO $855
    1 BED $955
    2 BEDS $1,140
  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    1919 Ladera Drive NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
    1 BED $1,109
  • A kitchen with white appliances and a checkered floor.
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    1221 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
    1 BED $850
    2 BEDS $950
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator and a sink
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    5001 San Mateo Lane NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
    STUDIO $775
  • A kitchen with a refrigerator and cabinets.
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    4901 San Mateo Lane NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
    1 BED $645+
    2 BEDS $950
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Getting around in Albuquerque, NM

64 /100
Somewhat Walkable
34 /100
Some Transit
79 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 64, Transit Score®: 34, Bike Score®: 79

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Albuquerque, NM last updated?

Prices and availability in Albuquerque, NM were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Albuquerque, NM?

The best apartments in Albuquerque, NM are: Acacia Gardens, Altezza High Desert, Arterra, Broadstone Towne Center and The Retreat at Candelaria.

What type of rental buildings are in Albuquerque, NM?

In Albuquerque, 38% of the residents are renting compared to 62% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of Albuquerque’s rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 26% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Albuquerque, NM under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 504 apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Albuquerque, NM is 796 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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