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Apartments for Rent in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM

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200 Cornell - Photo 1 of 1

17h ago

7.7

Very good

200 Cornell

200 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,495

Apartment for rent

119 Princeton Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.9

Very good

119 Princeton Dr Se

119 Princeton Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan

2 beds

2 baths

$1,565

Apartment for rent

427 STANFORD DR SE - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

427 STANFORD DR SE

427 Stanford Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

1 bed

1 bath

$850

Apartment for rent

215A Stanford Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

215A Stanford Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Outdoor space

2 beds

2 baths

$1,495

House for rent

118 Princeton Dr Se #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights condo for rent in Albuquerque

Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,395

Condo for rent

Available Oct 1

2419 Lead Ave Se - Photo 1 of 1
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5d+ ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

Residential Lease - Albuquerque, NM

2419 Lead Ave Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

House for rent

Description

Property Status: Pending This unique industrial style home is 2 blocks from UNM, near hospitals, highway, KAFB, breweries & restaurants. Private fenced backyard & off street parking. Owner pays trash/water & gas, tenant pays electricity. Tenant must provide renters insurance. Owner prefers 2.5x income and a minimum 625 credit score but will consider all applicants. Call/text for more details! Owner/broker.***Kindly fill out the pre-screening questionnaire and then wait for an invitation to apply*** Office Phone: (505) 883-9400 Copyright © 2025 Southwest MLS. All rights res

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303 Vassar Dr Se #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

303 Vassar Dr Se #2, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

House for rent

Harvard - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

8.5

Very good

Harvard

124 Harvard Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Balcony | Controlled access | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$1,050

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Rubix Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

Rubix Apartments

312 Vassar Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Studio

1 bath

$675

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Yaletown Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

22h ago

8.1

Very good

Yaletown Apartments

416 Yale Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

1 bed

1 bath

$995

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306 Vassar Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

Large 2 Bedroom detached casita steps to UNM!

306 Vassar Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Central heat | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,335

House for rent

Description

Ultra charming 2-bedroom standalone casita just 3 blocks to UNM. You'll love the Updated flooring throughout (Quality LVP and Tile) and large thermal windows windows that let in tons of great natural light. Open kitchen and living area. Updated bathroom with step-in shower. 2nd bedroom is spacious with awesome built-ins, tile floors, and flexibility - could be multi-functional home office and bedroom space, or a great second living area or....? You'll also appreciate the off-street parking, washer/dryer, and large wraparound low maintenance backyard with very private and

424 Stanford Dr Se #A2 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

424 Stanford Dr Se #A2, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | High ceilings

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

$1,400

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 10

115ct - Bricklight Courtyard Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

8.5

Very good

115ct - Bricklight Courtyard Apartments

115 Harvard Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,050–$1,750

Apartment for rent

412 Harvard Dr SE - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

412 Harvard Dr SE

412 Harvard Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Zodiac Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

2d ago

8.8

Very good

Zodiac Apartments

419 Vassar Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,100–$1,200

Apartment for rent

308 Vassar Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

308 Vassar Dr Se

308 Vassar Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$719

Apartment for rent

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$850

University Heights

$1,495

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413 Girard Blvd Se - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.5

Very good

413 Girard Blvd Se

413 Girard Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$973

Apartment for rent

307 Columbia - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

307 Columbia

307 Columbia Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

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205 Harvard Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

MULTI_FAMILY - Albuquerque, NM

205 Harvard Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

3 beds

1 bath

$2,300

$2,150

Price drop

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318 Princeton Drive Southeast - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

318 Princeton Drive Southeast

318 Princeton Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Studio

1 bath

$750–$850

Apartment for rent

Description

Fresh paint throughout the unit. You have 1 covered parking spot and within walking distance to UNM....

220 Princeton Drive Southeast #D - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

Air conditioning | Storage

Studio

0 baths

$670

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 9

217 Cornell Drive Southeast - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

217 Cornell DR SE - 217 Cornell DR SE

217 Cornell Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$3,000

House for rent

Available Oct 20

116 Stanford Drive Southeast - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

MULTI_FAMILY - Albuquerque, NM

116 Stanford Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Walk-in closets | Outdoor space

3 beds

0 baths

$3,350

Apartment for rent

138 Girard Blvd Ne - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Nob Hill house for rent in Albuquerque

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,675

House for rent

Description

Across from UNM Campus Pueblo Style home! Rarely available vintage style two bedroom one bath upstairs,with two extra rooms in the finished basement, 2100/SF Sunny spacious living & dining with hardwood floors & faux fireplace, kitchen with pantry, laundry with washer and dryer, detached carriage house garage, front porch, fenced rear yard perfect for grilling & chilling. No Smoking, Sorry, No Pets Please! Tenant pay all utilities plus renters insurance! School Districts Elementary: MONTE VISTA Middle: JEFFERSON High School: ALBUQUERQUE1-year lease, go to www MaddoxMgmt

2013 Coal Pl Se - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Silver Hill house for rent in Albuquerque

Quality Renovated 2 Bedroom Bungalow Just 4 Blocks to UNM

2013 Coal Pl Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Package service | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,720

House for rent

Description

This totally renovated UNM Bungalow brings new meaning to CHARM! Completely private compound setting - this super cute 2 bed / 1 ba bungalow is tucked back behind very private 8 foot walls and includes a very lovely, private patio space. 88 Walk Score. 89 Bike Score. Inside, enjoy a zoned mini-split HVAC system for optimum temperature control. Quality vinyl plank and tile floors. Modern kitchen boasts solid surface counters & stainless appliances - including a microwave hood and dishwasher. Washer / dryer included. French door access to a gorgeous private patio th

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Learn more about renting in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM

University Heights, Albuquerque apartment availability

University Heights offers a good selection of rental listings, with an average of 33 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's rental market primarily consists of 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with a smaller number of studios and 3-bedroom units. Many of these apartments are pet-friendly, with over 50% allowing small pets or having pet-friendly policies with restrictions. This makes University Heights a great option for renters with pets. With a range of apartment sizes and pet-friendly amenities, University Heights is a neighborhood worth considering for those looking for a rental in Albuquerque.

Why University Heights, Albuquerque is a great place to live

University Heights is a neighborhood that seamlessly aligns with the lifestyles and interests of its residents. Our analysis of local amenities and attractions reveals that this area excels in supporting social life and pet friendliness.

For those who value an active social calendar, University Heights is a prime location, thanks to its array of restaurants, frequent transit options, well-designed street infrastructure, high walk score, and emphasis on safety.

Pet owners also find this neighborhood particularly appealing due to its thoughtful pet-friendly features, including designated pet waste areas, ample space for pets in homes, pet-safe windows, and a vibrant schedule of pet events. The abundance of outdoor spaces, lack of breed restrictions, and nearby dog parks further enhance the pet-friendly experience. Whether you're looking for a lively social scene or a comfortable life with your pets, University Heights is an ideal choice.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

University Heights Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in University Heights, NM?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in University Heights is 618 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in University Heights is 943 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in University Heights is 767 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in University Heights, NM?

To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about University Heights average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM?

2 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM?

3 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in University Heights, Albuquerque, NM right now.

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