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12901 Central Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87123, USA
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Property Overview
The Village at Sandia earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with a high expert rating and excellent price-to-feature balance. Its 16 photos and top-tier value for money help make it a compelling option for renters seeking convenience and a well-rounded living experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| $499 MOVES YOU IN! | Studio | 1 bath | 360 sqft | $699 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| $499 MOVES YOU IN! | Studio | 1 bath | 360 sqft | $699 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| $499 MOVES YOU IN! STOVE IN UNIT | Studio | 1 bath | 360 sqft | $845 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for The Village at Sandia
Tech
| Wi-fi Available |
Building
| Controlled Access | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Gated Community | Swimming Pool |
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
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 284 |
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About The Village at Sandia
The Village at Sandia cost $699–$845 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: controlled access and on-site laundry. Located at 12901 Central Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87123, USA, The Village at Sandia has studio bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of studio in Albuquerque, renting an apartment at The Village at Sandia is 6% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Albuquerque include but are not limited to: 6230 Indian School Rd Ne, 1201 Madeira Dr Se, 950 Louisiana Blvd Se, 1201 Madeira Dr Se
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Village at Sandia is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Village at Sandia has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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 Village at Sandia 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 Village at Sandia goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Village at Sandia 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 Village at Sandia 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 Village at Sandia 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 Village at Sandia 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
This property has gone through major improvements since new management took over. It is very affordable and offers studios as well as 1 bedrooms. There is a dog run for pets and plenty of parking. Convenient to bus routes, restaurants, and shopping.
Catherine Steager
Jul 29, 2024
The owners have hired a new management team that has done a great job of getting the property up to speed. They're friendly, responsive, and seem motivated to make a change.
Hudson Jump
Feb 27, 2024
We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.
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 Village at Sandia compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.9 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.6 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
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Rent trends in Albuquerque
Studio apartments at The Village at Sandia cost about 7% less than the average rent price for studios in Albuquerque.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Albuquerque
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $793 |
| 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 | $807 |
| October 2026 | $804 |
| November 2026 | $800 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 12901 Central Ave Ne?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$27,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,960 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $699.
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Schools near The Village at Sandia
CABQ Singing Arrow Child Development Center
13001 singing arrow se
albuquerque, NM, 87123
PKPublic
Manzano High School
12200 lomas blvd ne
albuquerque, NM, 87112
PK, K-12Public
B
Tomasita Elementary School
701 tomasita st ne
albuquerque, NM, 87123
PK, K-5Public
C
CABQ Tomasita Child Development Center
701 tomasita ne
albuquerque, NM, 87123
PKPublic
CABQ Hawthorne Pre - Kindergarten Center
445 erbbe st ne
albuquerque, NM, 87123
PKPublic
Getting around Albuquerque near 12901 Central Ave Ne
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
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 12901 Central Ave Ne, Albuquerque
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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