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MLK

1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

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  • Monthly Rent

    $900

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    500 sq ft

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1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE offers a blend of comfort and quality. You'll find this community in the Sycamore area of Albuquerque. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has in store. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.

Pricing & Floor Plans

1BR/1.0BA
$900 1 Bed 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $700 Deposit
1 Available unit
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  • Unit 1221
    price $900
    square feet 500
    availibility Now
1BR/1.0BA
$900 1 Bed 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $700 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1221
    price $900
    square feet 500
    availibility Now
* 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.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1930
  • 4 units/1 story

About MLK

1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE offers a blend of comfort and quality. You'll find this community in the Sycamore area of Albuquerque. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has in store. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.

MLK is an apartment community located in Bernalillo County and the 87106 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Albuquerque Public Schools attendance zone.

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1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, Albuquerque,
NM 87106
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City - Albuquerque

Albuquerque sits where the Rio Grande cuts through the high desert, framed by the Sandia Mountains to the east and the West Mesa to the west — a geography that shapes everything from the light to the pace of daily life. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial outpost, the city carries that layered history through neighborhoods like Old Town, where adobe architecture and centuries-old plazas coexist with working galleries and local markets. The University of New Mexico anchors the central part of the city, while Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia National Laboratories give Albuquerque a strong foothold in aerospace and technology. Nob Hill draws renters with its walkable, eclectic stretch along historic Route 66, and the North Valley offers a quieter setting along the river. Downtown continues to grow as a hub for arts, civic life, and commuters.

The rental market reflects the city's range.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Sycamore Albuquerque, NM
Studio $1,032 $876
1 Bedroom $1,271 $1,176
2 Bedrooms $1,510 $1,446
3 Bedrooms - $1,872
Amenities
  • Water/Sewer/Refuse
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of New Mexico
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Central NM C.C., Albuquerque
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Central NM C.C., Adv Tech Ctr
Drive: 12 min 9.0 mi
Central NM C.C., Sourth Valley
Drive: 15 min 9.2 mi
MLK is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from University of New Mexico. It is also near Central NM C.C., Albuquerque and Central NM C.C., Adv Tech Ctr.
Schools
Eugene Field Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
137 Students
Nearby
GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
379 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10
Jefferson Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
615 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10
ABQ Charter Academy
Public High School
Grades 9-12
350 Students
Nearby
GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10
Albuquerque High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10
Pathways Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
17 Students
Nearby
Presbyterian Ear Institute
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
8 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

MLK is near Albuquerque International Sunport, located 9.7 miles or 23 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Downtown Albuquerque Rail Runner Station
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Montaño Rail Runner Station
Drive: 9 min 4.9 mi
Bernalillo County Rail Runner Station
Drive: 10 min 5.9 mi
Los Ranchos/Journal Center Rail Runner Station
Drive: 14 min 7.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Albuquerque International Sunport
 Drive: 23 min 9.7 mi
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from MLK.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Encino Medical Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Central Shops
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
1916 Central Ave SE
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
MLK has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Meteorite Museum
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Geology Museum
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Roosevelt Park
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
UNM Observatory
 Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Museum of Southwestern Biology
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
MLK has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Meteorite Museum, Geology Museum, and Roosevelt Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Central Desert Behavioral Health Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Presbyterian Hospital
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Lovelace Medical Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
MLK has 3 hospitals within 0.5 mile, the nearest is Central Desert Behavioral Health Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 7 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Kirtland Air Force Base
Drive: 31 min 11.3 mi
MLK is 11.3 miles and a 31 minute drive from Kirtland Air Force Base.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does MLK have in-unit laundry?

MLK does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at MLK?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at MLK?

Contact this property for parking details.

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

MLK has one-bedroom apartments renting for $900/mo.

Is MLK pet-friendly?

MLK does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at MLK?

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 $900 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $36,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does MLK have move-in specials?

MLK is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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