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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness centers
  • Gated access
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Easy access

Location

1180 Alvarado Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87108, USA|South San Pedro
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The Portals Apartments

Leasing office

(505) 312-9697

Property Overview

The Portals Apartments earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5 out of 10, supported by excellent value, high marks for amenities and location, and solid trustworthiness. It offers fitness centers, gated access, onsite laundry facilities, and easy access, along with nearby public transportation, schools, outdoor spaces, and pet-related conveniences.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Portals Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Portals Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath700 sqft$845 /mo3 units availableWelcome to The Portals Experience comfortable living at The Portals, a four-story gated community designed for convenience and security. Enjoy coded access, elevator access, and onsite laundry facilities. Our prime location places you near Ross Park, Wilson Park, and an array of local dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Community Amenities: - Gated access for security and peace of mind - Elevator access for easy mobility - Onsite laundry facilities - Refrigerated air for year-round comfort Nearby Conveniences: - Close to parks, shops, and restaurants - Easy access to schools, fitness centers, and essential services Come see why The Portals is the perfect place to call home—contact us today to schedule a tour!

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Amenities for The Portals Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCeiling Fan
PatioWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units51
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About The Portals Apartments

HomeApartments in AlbuquerqueSouth San Pedro The Portals Apartments

Welcome to The Portals Experience comfortable living at The Portals, a four-story gated community designed for convenience and security. Enjoy coded access, elevator access, and onsite laundry facilities. Our prime location places you near Ross Park, Wilson Park, and an array of local dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Community Amenities: - Gated access for security and peace of mind - Elevator access for easy mobility - Onsite laundry facilities - Refrigerated air for year-round comfort Nearby Conveniences: - Close to parks, shops, and restaurants - Easy access to schools, fitness centers, and essential services Come see why The Portals is the perfect place to call home—contact us today to schedule a tour!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Portals Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Portals Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Portals Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Portals Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Portals Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Portals Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Portals Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Portals Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Portals Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Great place to live in, great management, staff so friendly, maintenance always on time,

Ransom akim

Ransom akim

Mar 30, 2019

Great prices Friendly management great quick maintenance. Place looks brand new.. Excellent Place to live

Christina Herrera

Christina Herrera

May 04, 2018

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Portals Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Portals Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 88 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South San Pedro

1-bedroom apartments at The Portals Apartments cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South San Pedro.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
South San Pedro
Albuquerque
A table of studio rental data trends in Albuquerque
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$775
October 2024$781
November 2024$794
December 2024$796
January 2025$800
February 2025$800
March 2025$800
April 2025$794
May 2025$785
June 2025$795
July 2025$795
August 2025$793
September 2025$800
October 2025$800
November 2025$800
December 2025$796
January 2026$801
February 2026$800
March 2026$802
April 2026$813
May 2026$801
June 2026$804
July 2026$808
August 2026$801
September 2026$805
A table of studio rental data trends in South San Pedro
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$775
October 2024$781
November 2024$779
December 2024$812
January 2025$803
February 2025$772
March 2025$768
April 2025$768
May 2025$768
June 2025$795
July 2025$795
August 2025$780
September 2025$800
October 2025$775
November 2025$734
December 2025$785
January 2026$810
February 2026$773
March 2026$821
April 2026$836
May 2026$829
June 2026$821
July 2026$824
August 2026$816
September 2026$815

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1180 Alvarado Dr Se?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $845.
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Schools near The Portals Apartments

Whittier Elementary School

1110 quincy st se

albuquerque, NM, 87108

PK, K-5Public
C+

Highland Autism Center

220 monroe sw

albuquerque, NM, 87108

PK, K-12Public

CABQ Plaza Feliz Child Development Center

517 san pablo se

albuquerque, NM, 87108

PKPublic

CABQ Tres Manos Child Development Center

823 buena vista dr se

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PKPublic

CABQ Lowell Child Development Center

1700 sunshine terrace se

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PKPublic
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Getting around Albuquerque near 1180 Alvarado Dr Se

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1180 Alvarado Dr Se, Albuquerque

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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