Last updated on November 4, 2026

Average rent in
University of New Mexico, NM

Median rent

Median rent in South Valley

$1,300/mo

increased by11%

vs previous year

The average rent in South Valley is $1,300 per month as of October 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.

$1.33

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in South Valley

617

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of South Valley rentals at each price point

55%41%28%14%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in University of New Mexico, NM

Average rent prices in South Valley have increased by 11% since last year. At this time, we don't have enough information to generate yearly trends. Please see below for more rent price details.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in University of New Mexico, NM

Rent prices in South Valley vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Valley is $1,150, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in South Valley run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,234.

Listings

Studio

$800

-

1%

1 bedroom

$1,025

-

No Change

2 bedroom

$1,317

-

2%

3 bedroom

$2,100

-

27%

4 bedroom

$2,497

-

28%

Studio

Average rent

$800

Last year

1%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,025

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,317

Last year

2%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,100

Last year

27%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,497

Last year

28%

At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in University of New Mexico, NM.

Apartments

Average rent

$1,150

Last year

3%

Condos

Average rent

$1,295

Last year

38%

Houses

Average rent

$2,150

Last year

10%

Rooms

Average rent

$875

The table above reflects average rent prices in University of New Mexico, NM, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

Discover rentals in University of New Mexico, NM

The Arbors - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.2

Very good

The Arbors

4501 Shepard Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$475–$715

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Courtyards - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

The Courtyards

6001 Topke Pl Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$580–$970

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4908 Burton Ave Se - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Parkland Hills apartment for rent in Albuquerque

1 bed

1 bath

$600

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
501 Texas Street NE - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

501 Texas Street NE

501 Texas St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87108

1–2 beds

1 bath

$695–$995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1801 Notre Dame Dr Ne - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Netherwood Park house for rent in Albuquerque

1801 Notre Dame DR NE - 1801 Notre Dame DR NE

1801 Notre Dame Dr Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87106

4 beds

5 baths

$7,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
6620 Agave Verde Way Ne - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Vista Del Norte Alliance house for rent in Albuquerque

4 beds

4 baths

$6,900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
305 Aliso Dr Se - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Nob Hill house for rent in Albuquerque

305 Aliso DR SE - 305 Aliso DR SE

305 Aliso Dr Se, Albuquerque, NM 87108

3 beds

2 baths

$5,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
801 Southeast Cir Nw - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West Old Town condo for rent in Albuquerque

801 Southeast CIR NW - 801 Southeast CIR NW

801 Southeast Cir Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87104

2 beds

2.5 baths

$5,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Vista Del Sol Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Vista Del Sol Apartments

7100 Louisiana Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$1,640

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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La Paloma - Photo 1 of 1

3h ago

9.3

Excellent

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Verified

La Paloma

6001 Moon St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87111

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,200–$2,407

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Wintergreen Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

22h ago

9.7

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Wintergreen Apartments

10800 Golf Course Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,600–$2,350

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Indigo Park - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Verified

Indigo Park

7600 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,435–$3,181

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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La Vida Nueva - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted
Rent special

1d ago

10

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

La Vida Nueva

1200 Dickerson Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Studio–3 beds

1 bath

$800–$1,426

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Vista Del Sol Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

9.9

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Vista Del Sol Apartments

7100 Louisiana Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$1,640

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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The Loop @ 950 - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Verified

The Loop @ 950

950 Louisiana Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$645–$1,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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6110 Academy Rd NE - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Verified

6110 Academy Rd NE

6110 Academy Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,040–$1,175

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Vista Del Sol Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

9.9

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Vista Del Sol Apartments

7100 Louisiana Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$1,640

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Indigo Park - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

9.7

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Indigo Park

7600 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,435–$3,181

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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La Vida Nueva - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted
Rent special

1d ago

10

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

La Vida Nueva

1200 Dickerson Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Studio–3 beds

1 bath

$800–$1,426

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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The Loop @ 950 - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

9.9

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

The Loop @ 950

950 Louisiana Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$645–$1,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for University of New Mexico, NM

Quick answers to common questions about the South Valley rental market.

How much is rent in South Valley?

The average rent in South Valley is $1,300 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in South Valley?

Average rent prices in South Valley have increased by 11% since last year.

How does South Valley rent compare to the national average?

Rent in South Valley is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in South Valley?

To comfortably afford rent in South Valley, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

La Paloma