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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Relaxed lifestyle
  • Quiet retreat
  • On-site management team
  • Residential neighborhood

Location

4501 Shepard Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87110, USA|McKinley
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Management

Bryten Real Estate Partners

Leasing office

(505) 484-2422

Open today 

8:30 am–5:30 pm MT

Property Overview

Encanto Lofts Apartments scores impressively, with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its strong value and exceptional amenities, which received a perfect score of 10. Located in a residential neighborhood, it provides a relaxed lifestyle with on-site management and easy access to various points of interest, schools, and recreational options. The property is notable for its fitness facilities, pet-friendly environment, and vibrant community spaces, enhancing social interaction and overall well-being.

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, Encanto Lofts Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Encanto Lofts Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Yucca - StudioStudio1 bath288 sqft$780–$799 /mo2 units available
Aspen - One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath451 sqft$799–$900 /mo7 units available
Juniper - Junior One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath440 sqft$799–$955 /mo13 units available
Ponderosa - One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath611 sqft$925–$1,145 /mo9 units available
Cottonwood - Two Bedroom One Bath2 bed1 bath576 sqft$1,079–$1,235 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Encanto Lofts Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Breakfast BarCeiling Fan
Dual Pane WindowsEnlarged Closet
Patio

Appliances

Electric RangeGarbage Disposal
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterMonitoring Cameras

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

Services

Friendly On-Site Management (Se Habla Español)On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Convenient To Public Transportation
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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$780–$1,135

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Pet Rent is Per Pet | Restrictions: None

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$250

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $250.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet

$250

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Pet Rent is Per Pet | Restrictions: None

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$250

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $250.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet

$250

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Building details

Property details

Units297
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About Encanto Lofts Apartments

HomeApartments in AlbuquerqueMcKinley Encanto Lofts Apartments

Live a Charming Lifestyle at the Newly Renovated Encanto Lofts! If you are looking for a quiet retreat tucked away in a residential neighborhood yet close to everything the vibrant city has to offer, come discover Encanto Lofts Apartments. Our pet-friendly community offers studio, one and two-bedroom apartment homes at affordable prices in the heart of Albuquerque. Close to downtown, uptown, the University of New Mexico, public transportation, the I-25 and I-40 freeways, local restaurants, and grocery stores. Encanto Lofts is a great place to call home. Our spectacular location is one of the best in Albuquerque. Our on-site management team is here to make your life easy. Come home to Encanto Lofts Apartments and experience the relaxed lifestyle you deserve. Schedule a tour today with one of our welcoming leasing team members.


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, Encanto Lofts Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Encanto Lofts Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Encanto Lofts Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Encanto Lofts Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Encanto Lofts 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—pets allowed—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.
Encanto Lofts 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 Encanto Lofts 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·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Encanto Lofts Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 285 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 112 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 8 pet hospitals in the area
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby

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 Encanto Lofts Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in McKinley

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in McKinley.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Encanto Lofts Apartments to be 28% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in McKinley.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
McKinley
Albuquerque
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Albuquerque
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$916
December 2023$924
January 2024$945
February 2024$899
March 2024$944
April 2024$962
May 2024$964
June 2024$957
July 2024$919
August 2024$920
September 2024$949
October 2024$922
November 2024$925
December 2024$930
January 2025$920
February 2025$932
March 2025$948
April 2025$943
May 2025$939
June 2025$951
July 2025$955
August 2025$959
September 2025$967
October 2025$969
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in McKinley
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$799

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,200 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $780.
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Schools near Encanto Lofts Apartments

Bel-Air Elementary School

4725 candelaria rd ne

albuquerque, NM, 87110

PK, K-5Public
C

Highland Autism Center

220 monroe sw

albuquerque, NM, 87108

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

McKinley | Albuquerque, NM

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Albuquerque near 4501 Shepard Rd Ne

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 4501 Shepard Rd Ne, Albuquerque

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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