Allaso High Desert
6701 Tennyson St NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
$1,614 - $3,169 | 1-3 Beds
Resting beside the Sandia Mountain, High Desert is one of Albuquerque’s most upscale neighborhoods. High Desert is perfect for residents who want to be surrounded by natural beauty at all times, boasting pueblo-style mansions, impressive Mediterranean single-family homes, and luxury apartments for rent amongst hills and mountainous terrain. Naturally, outdoor enthusiasts adore this neighborhood because of its proximity to the mountains. In their free time, you’ll find your new neighbors exploring mountain trails or hitching a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway for awe-inspiring views of the city and access to ski slopes and cozy eateries. Renters of all ages will fall in love with this beautiful community, but families adore being part of a high-performing school district. High Desert feels secluded but is convenient to several commercial centers and major destinations in the city including Downtown Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico. U.S. Highway 556 and Interstate 40 make traveling around the city a breeze.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in High Desert is $1,642 for one bedroom, $1,888 for two bedrooms, and $2,246 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in High Desert has increased by 7.1% in the past year.
1 BR
790 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,642/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,094 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,888/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,250 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,246/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.