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Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • High-speed internet
  • 24-hour laundry facility
  • Gorgeous pool area
  • Freeway access
  • Newly remodeled clubhouse

Location

1520 University Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
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Management

White Peak Management LLC

Leasing office

(505) 337-0737

Property Overview

The Citadel Apartments combines a strong overall Zumper rating with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, along with a solid trustworthiness rating. It offers convenient access to freeway routes and transit, plus features like a 24-hour fitness center, pool area, high-speed internet, 24-hour laundry, and a newly remodeled clubhouse; it’s also noted for social, work-from-home, and sustainability-friendly qualities.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Citadel Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Citadel 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

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath445 sqft$794 /mo1 unit availableOur beautiful property includes many amenities fit for everyone and anyone! Have fun in our gorgeous pool area, while you BBQ with friends and relax under the sun. Enjoy our 24-hour fitness center as well as our 24-hour laundry facility! Have a cup of coffee while you study in our newly remodeled clubhouse. You will also have high-speed internet and basic Direct TV in your home. There is no better place than Citadel Apartments, to feel right at home! Citadel is adjacent to the "Q Lot" for the UNM shuttle system and only moments away from freeway access. We are a pet friendly community!
1/11 bed1 bath575 sqft$944 /mo1 unit available1 Bedroom

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Amenities for The Citadel Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

24 Hour Fitness Center24 Hour Laundry Facility
ClubhouseOnsite Laundry
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Seasonal Swimming PoolSwimming Pool

Other

Large Open Area for Pets & Enclosed Play Area for Pets as Well
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About The Citadel Apartments

HomeApartments in Albuquerque The Citadel Apartments

1 Bedroom


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Citadel Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Citadel 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 Citadel 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 Citadel 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·10A 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 Citadel Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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 Citadel 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 Citadel 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 Citadel 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.

The Citadel Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 5 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 Citadel Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Albuquerque

Studio apartments at The Citadel Apartments cost about 1% less than the average rent price for studios in Albuquerque.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Albuquerque.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Albuquerque
A table of studio rental data trends in Albuquerque
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$773
July 2024$771
August 2024$775
September 2024$777
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$800

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,760 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $794.
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Schools near The Citadel Apartments

UNM Children's Psychiatric

1001 yale blvd ne

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PK, K-12Public

Montezuma Elementary School

3100 indian school ne

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PK, K-5Public
C+

CABQ Tres Manos Child Development Center

823 buena vista dr se

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PKPublic

CLNKids (Cuidando Los Ninos)

1500 walter st se

albuquerque, NM, 87102

PKPublic

CABQ Lowell Child Development Center

1700 sunshine terrace se

albuquerque, NM, 87106

PKPublic
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Getting around Albuquerque near 1520 University Blvd Ne

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1520 University Blvd Ne, Albuquerque

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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