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200 Cornell - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

200 Cornell

200 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$1,495

Apartment for rent

206 Cornell - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

8.5

Very good

206 Cornell

206 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

317 Cornell - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

317 Cornell

317 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Air conditioning | Assigned parking | Carpet

Studio

1 bath

$895

Apartment for rent

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

Zodiac Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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2d ago

8.5

Very good

Zodiac Apartments

419 Vassar Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

2 beds

1 bath

$1,100

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2419 Lead Ave Se - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

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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Pet Friendly 1 - Photo 1 of 1

3h ago

9.2

Excellent

Pet Friendly 1

302 Stanford Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Oven

1–2 beds

1 bath

$900–$1,130

Apartment for rent

405 Girard Blvd Se - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

9

Excellent

405 Girard Blvd Se

405 Girard Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

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324 Vassar Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

12h ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

324 Vassar Dr Se

324 Vassar Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

3 beds

2 baths

$1,925

Apartment for rent

Description

Contemporary luxury town home with a highly pragmatic, well-designed floor plan. 1 bedroom downstairs and 2 bedrooms upstairs. Super energy efficient construction. Bright and open with vaulted ceilings. Awesome balcony off 2nd floor Master Bedroom. Full stainless appliance package with Silestone counters in a spacious and open eat-in kitchen. Enjoy a private yard, front end loader washer / dryer set, bonus storage space, custom tile work, and assigned carport parking for 2 cars. Energy smart thermal windows, high efficiency HVAC systems, and energy star rated fixtures and

412 Harvard Dr SE - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

8.3

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

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318 Princeton Drive Southeast - Photo 1 of 1

4d 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....

307 Columbia - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.6

Very good

307 Columbia

307 Columbia Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Studio

1 bath

$800

Apartment for rent

116 Princeton Dr Se #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Fireplace

2 beds

1 bath

$1,550

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 3

Harvard - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

Harvard

124 Harvard Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Balcony | Controlled access | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$1,050

Apartment for rent

219 Girard Blvd Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

$1,900 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment -Furnished

219 Girard Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Furnished | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,900

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 1

317 Girard Blvd Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

317 Girard Blvd Se

317 Girard Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$1,389

Apartment for rent

402 Cornell Drive Southeast - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.1

Very good

402 Cornell Drive Southeast

402 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

Apartment for rent

212 Cornell Dr Se #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

Cornell_212 - A

212 Cornell Dr Se #A, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat

3 beds

1 bath

$1,995

$1,795

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Apartment for rent

Available Feb 12

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212 Cornell Dr Se #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

Cornell_212 - B

212 Cornell Dr Se #B, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Air conditioning | Central heat | Controlled access

Studio

1 bath

$750

$695

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Feb 12

116 Stanford Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

MULTI_FAMILY - Albuquerque, NM

116 Stanford Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Walk-in closets | Outdoor space

3 beds

0 baths

$2,990

Apartment for rent

221 Girard Blvd Se #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

221 Girard Unit #2 Casita

221 Girard Blvd Se #2, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$2,000

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 3

219 Girard Blvd Se #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

219 Girard Unit #2 Casita

219 Girard Blvd Se #2, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,500

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 3

118 Princeton Dr Se #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

Ceiling fan | Deck | On-site management

2 beds

1 bath

$1,395

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 1

219 Girard Blvd Se #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom House In Albuquerque With Great Amenities

219 Girard Blvd Se #NA, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$2,000

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 3

221 Girard Blvd Se #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

221 Girard House

221 Girard Blvd Se #1, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 3

219 Girard Blvd Se #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights apartment for rent in Albuquerque

219 Girard Unit #3 Apt

219 Girard Blvd Se #3, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,300

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 3

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217 Cornell Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Heights house for rent in Albuquerque

217 Cornell DR SE - 217 Cornell DR SE

217 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87106

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$3,000

House for rent

Available Oct 20

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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 574 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in University Heights is 950 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in University Heights is 850 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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