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New Mexico Bernalillo County Albuquerque East Albuquerque

Citadel - Free Utilities

1520 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102

4.8 (4 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $794 - $1,019

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    445 - 575 sq ft

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Free Utilities, including cable TV and Internet. Stunning Studio and 1 Bedroom apartments near UNM and CNM! Our beautiful property includes many amenities fit for everyone and anyone! Have fun in our gorgeous pool area, while you BBQ with friends and relax under the sun. Enjoy our 24-hour fitness center as well as our 24-hour laundry facility! Have a cup of coffee while you study in our newly remodeled clubhouse. You will also have high-speed internet and basic DirecTV in your home. There is no better place than Citadel Apartments, to feel right at home! Citadel is adjacent to the "Q Lot" for the UNM shuttle system and only moments away from freeway access. Don't forgot, when comparing apartments, The Citadel offer free utilities, including basic cable and internet.

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Highlights

  • English and Spanish Speaking Staff
  • Pool
  • Pet Play Area
  • Dog Park
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Business Center

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Studio $794 – $869 Available Soon
Studio 1 Bath 445 Sq Ft
One Bedroom $944 – $1,019 Available Soon
1 Bed 1 Bath 575 Sq Ft
Studio $794 – $869 Available Soon
Studio 1 Bath 445 Sq Ft
One Bedroom $944 – $1,019 Available Soon
1 Bed 1 Bath 575 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $125
  • Dogs
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $35 / mo
    40 lbs. Weight Limit
    Comments
    No pet deposit. Two pets allowed per apartment.
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  • Cats
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $35 / mo
    0 lbs. Weight Limit
    Comments
    No pet deposit. Two pets allowed per apartment.
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  • Surface Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Charged per vehicle.
      $0 / mo
    Comments
    Off-street free parking available.
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable
  • Air Conditioning
  • Internet

Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1972
  • 232 units/3 stories

Matterport 3D Tours

Clubhouse
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About Citadel - Free Utilities

Free Utilities, including cable TV and Internet. Stunning Studio and 1 Bedroom apartments near UNM and CNM! Our beautiful property includes many amenities fit for everyone and anyone! Have fun in our gorgeous pool area, while you BBQ with friends and relax under the sun. Enjoy our 24-hour fitness center as well as our 24-hour laundry facility! Have a cup of coffee while you study in our newly remodeled clubhouse. You will also have high-speed internet and basic DirecTV in your home. There is no better place than Citadel Apartments, to feel right at home! Citadel is adjacent to the "Q Lot" for the UNM shuttle system and only moments away from freeway access. Don't forgot, when comparing apartments, The Citadel offer free utilities, including basic cable and internet.

Citadel - Free Utilities is an apartment community located in Bernalillo County and the 87102 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Albuquerque Public Schools attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Cable And Internet Only $69
  • clubhouse
  • 24 hour laundry facility
  • Enclosed Pet Play Area
  • Large Open Area For Pets
  • Fenced Dog Park
  • ALL Utilities Included In Rent
  • seasonal swimming pool
  • Gas Fire Pit

Contact

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Languages: English & Spanish
Closed Today
  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Clubhouse

  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Online Services
  • Pet Play Area
  • Public Transportation
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Gameroom
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Dog Park

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Coverings
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness
Neighborhood

East Albuquerque encompasses a vast swath of land stretching from Interstate 25 east out towards Carnuel. There’s a great number of neighborhoods that fall under the East Albuquerque moniker, including Nob Hill and the University of New Mexico. There are plenty of restaurants, stores, and entertainment hotspots to explore, including the Expo New Mexico, a popular events venue where you’ll find festivals and fairs all year round.

There’s a plethora of rental options available, including upscale and affordable apartments, long-standing single-family homes, and more contemporary residential developments too.

Learn more about living in East Albuquerque 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

East Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM
Studio $810 $861
1 Bedroom $982 $1,153
2 Bedrooms $1,203 $1,431
3 Bedrooms $1,423 $1,860
Amenities
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Online Services
  • Pet Play Area
  • Public Transportation
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Dog Park
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Gameroom
  • Cable And Internet Only $69
  • clubhouse
  • 24 hour laundry facility
  • Enclosed Pet Play Area
  • Large Open Area For Pets
  • Fenced Dog Park
  • ALL Utilities Included In Rent
  • seasonal swimming pool
  • Gas Fire Pit
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Coverings
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $35
Dog Rent $35
One-Time
Cat Fee $300
Dog Fee $300
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Electricity, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable, Air Conditioning Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
575-502-5030
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of New Mexico
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Central NM C.C., Albuquerque
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Central NM C.C., Adv Tech Ctr
Drive: 13 min 8.1 mi
Central NM C.C., Montoya
Drive: 20 min 8.9 mi
Citadel - Free Utilities is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from University of New Mexico. It is also near Central NM C.C., Albuquerque and Central NM C.C., Adv Tech Ctr.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Montezuma Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
357 Students
Attendance Zone
Jefferson Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
644 Students
Attendance Zone
Albuquerque High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
Attendance Zone
Adamson Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-7
Nearby
Innovation Pre-Elementary School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
74 Students
Nearby
Menaul School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
196 Students
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Citadel - Free Utilities is near Albuquerque International Sunport, located 10.4 miles or 24 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Downtown Albuquerque
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Montaño Station
Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi
Los Ranchos-Journal Center
Drive: 14 min 6.5 mi
Bernalillo County-International Sunport
Drive: 14 min 7.4 mi
Sandia Pueblo Rail Runner Station
Drive: 16 min 10.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Albuquerque International Sunport
Drive: 24 min 10.4 mi
Car-Dependent
34
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
32
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
74
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Citadel - Free Utilities.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
University Plaza
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Encino Medical Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Central Shops
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Citadel - Free Utilities has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
UNM Observatory
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Geology Museum
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Meteorite Museum
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Roosevelt Park
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Museum of Southwestern Biology
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Citadel - Free Utilities has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including UNM Observatory, Geology Museum, and Meteorite Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of New Mexico Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Central Desert Behavioral Health Center
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Presbyterian Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Citadel - Free Utilities has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is University of New Mexico Hospital which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Kirtland Air Force Base
Drive: 32 min 12.0 mi
Citadel - Free Utilities is 12.0 miles and a 32 minute drive from Kirtland Air Force Base.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Citadel - Free Utilities have in-unit laundry?

While Citadel - Free Utilities does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Citadel - Free Utilities?

Select utilities are included in rent at Citadel - Free Utilities, including gas, water, electricity, heat, trash removal, sewer, cable, air conditioning, and internet. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Citadel - Free Utilities?

Parking is available at Citadel - Free Utilities and is free of charge for residents.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Citadel - Free Utilities has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $794/mo. to $1,019/mo.

Is Citadel - Free Utilities pet-friendly?

Yes, Citadel - Free Utilities welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Citadel - Free Utilities?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $794 for a studio, you would need to earn about $31,760 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Citadel - Free Utilities have move-in specials?

Citadel - Free Utilities is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Citadel - Free Utilities offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Citadel - Free Utilities offers 6 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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