# Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments (2 Bed, 2 Bath)

As of Nov 2, 2026, Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments in Albuquerque, NM is available from Nov 13, 2026: a 2-bedroom with 2 baths and 1,264 sq ft, on the Sahara floor plan. Total monthly price $1,470/mo ($1,306 base rent + $164 in mandatory recurring fees), priced as of Nov 2, 2026.

Source: https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90

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- [About Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90#about)
- [Fees and move-in costs for Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90#fees)
- [Amenities at Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90#amenities)
- [Questions renters ask about Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90#questions)
- [Contact and office hours at Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments/0253--43a4bc5c4c911927261d3573fbcf3b90#contact)

**Community:** [Desert Creek Apartments](https://a.peek.us/albuquerque-nm/albuquerque/desert-creek-apartments)

## About Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments

- **Total monthly price:** $1,470/mo
- **Lease:** 12-month lease
- **Composition:** $1,306 base rent + $164 in mandatory recurring fees
- **Priced as of:** Nov 2, 2026
- **Availability:** Available Nov 13, 2026
- **Layout:** 2 Bed · 2 Bath
- **Size:** 1,264 sq ft
- **Floor plan:** The Sahara
- **Data last refreshed as of:** Nov 2, 2026
- **Page content last modified as of:** Oct 30, 2026
- **Address:** 4300 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107

> Total monthly leasing price includes base rent and mandatory recurring fees. Variable utility costs (electricity, gas, water/sewer billed by third parties) and applicable state/local taxes are not included.
>
> Pricing is sourced from the community's listing data and is updated periodically; it may be delayed or differ from the current price. Confirm current pricing and availability with the community before applying.

Apartment 0253 is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment on the Sahara floor plan at Desert Creek Apartments, 4300 Pan American Freeway NE in Albuquerque, NM. The community offers a pool, a fitness center, and a tennis court.

![Floor plan layout diagram for The Sahara](https://cdn.sightmap.com/assets/8e/pm/8epmggl4p6d/11/ba/11ba6eaf7c4ff74cb7f046faf7b21fff.jpg)

*The Sahara floor plan*

## Fees and move-in costs for Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments

Only recurring monthly fees are included in the total above. Optional fees are charged only if you choose the service.

### Mandatory fees

**One-time fees**

| Fee | Amount | Applies to | In total | Note |
|-----|-----|-----|-----|-----|
| Administrative Fee | $200 | All apartments | No | Amount to facilitate move-in process for a resident. |
| Application Fee | $50 per applicant | All apartments | No | Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market. |
| Holding Deposit (Refundable) | $100 | All apartments | No | Amount to hold rental home off the market at time of application. Amount applied to security deposit and/or amounts owed upon application approval. Refundable per terms of application. |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | $200–$1,500 | All apartments | No | Amount intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. · Price varies based on screening conditions. |

**Monthly fees**

| Fee | Amount | Applies to | In total | Note |
|-----|-----|-----|-----|-----|
| Pest Control Services | $3 | All apartments | Yes | Amount for pest control services. |
| Trash Services - Hauling | $20 | All apartments | Yes | Amount for shared trash/waste services. |
| Utility - Electric | $61 | All apartments | Yes | Amount for provision and consumption of electricity. |
| Utility - Gas | $30 | All apartments | Yes | Amount for provision and consumption of natural gas. |
| Utility - Water/Sewer | $50 | All apartments | Yes | Amount for provision and/or consumption of water and sewer services |
| Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party | Varies | All apartments | No | Amount for renters liability insurance obtained through resident's provider of choice. · Price varies based on amount of coverage. |

### Optional fees

**One-time fees**

| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Note |
|-----|-----|-----|-----|
| Pet Fee | $400 | All apartments | Amount to facilitate authorized pet move-in. |

**Monthly fees**

| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Note |
|-----|-----|-----|-----|
| Parking | $30 | All apartments | Amount for parking space/services. May be subject to availability. |
| Pet Rent | $45 | All apartments | Monthly amount for authorized pet. |
| Renters Liability/Content - Property Program | $14.50 | All apartments | Amount to participate in the property  Renters Liability Program. |
| Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance | $10.75 | All apartments | Amount for not maintaining required Renters Liability Policy. |
| Storage Space Rental | $20–$50 | All apartments | Amount for usage of optional storage space. May be subject to availability. · Price varies based on floor plan type/size. |

**Fees with another or unstated recurrence**

| Fee | Amount | Recurrence | Applies to | Note |
|-----|-----|-----|-----|-----|
| Access Device - Replacement | $55 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; fobs, keys, remotes, access passes. |
| Common Area/Clubhouse Deposit (Refundable) | $300 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount to rent a shared community amenity space. Refund processed in accordance with amenity/clubhouse rental agreement. May be subject to availability. |
| Common Area/Clubhouse Rental | $300 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount to rent a shared common area space, including clubhouse. May be subject to availability. |
| Early Lease Termination/Cancellation | 200% | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; excludes rent and other charges. |
| Intra-Community Transfer Fee | $350 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount due when transferring to another rental unit within community. |
| Late Fee | 5% | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount for paying after rent due date;  per terms of lease. |
| Legal/Eviction Fees | Varies | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount for legal expenses incurred for lease violations. · Price varies based on type of non-compliance. |
| Pet/Animal - Lease Violation | $50 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount for violation of community policies related to pet or assistance animal. |
| Returned Payment Fee (NSF) | $75 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount for returned payment. |
| Trash Administrative Fee | $25 | Per occurrence | All apartments | Amount to manage trash service billing. |

## Amenities at Desert Creek Apartments

- airCon
- Black appliances
- Breakfast bar
- Built-in storage
- Central air conditioning
- dishwasher
- fitness
- Fitness Center
- Hardwood flooring
- Hot tub
- Laundry center
- Outdoor Pool
- patioBalcony
- pets
- pools
- Private patio
- Separate dining area
- smokeFree
- Tennis Court
- Theater room
- Wall-to-wall carpet
- Washer and dryer hook up
- washerDryer

## Questions renters ask about Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments

### How much is Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments in Albuquerque?

Total monthly price is $1,470/mo for a 12-month lease, as of Nov 2, 2026. Total monthly leasing price includes base rent and mandatory recurring fees. Variable utility costs (electricity, gas, water/sewer billed by third parties) and applicable state/local taxes are not included. Pricing is sourced from the community's listing data and may not reflect current rates — confirm with the community.

### What fees come with Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments?

Required: Pest Control Services $3 monthly; Trash Services - Hauling $20 monthly; Utility - Electric $61 monthly; Utility - Gas $30 monthly; Utility - Water/Sewer $50 monthly; Administrative Fee $200 one-time; Application Fee $50 per applicant one-time; Holding Deposit (Refundable) $100 one-time; Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party Varies monthly; Security Deposit (Refundable) $200–$1,500 one-time. Optional: Access Device - Replacement $55 per occurrence; Common Area/Clubhouse Deposit (Refundable) $300 per occurrence; Common Area/Clubhouse Rental $300 per occurrence; Early Lease Termination/Cancellation 200% per occurrence; Intra-Community Transfer Fee $350 per occurrence; Late Fee 5% per occurrence; Legal/Eviction Fees Varies per occurrence; Parking $30 monthly; Pet/Animal - Lease Violation $50 per occurrence; Pet Fee $400 one-time; Pet Rent $45 monthly; Renters Liability/Content - Property Program $14.50 monthly; Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance $10.75 monthly; Returned Payment Fee (NSF) $75 per occurrence; Storage Space Rental $20–$50 monthly; Trash Administrative Fee $25 per occurrence. Pricing is sourced from the community's listing data and may not reflect current rates — confirm with the community.

### Is Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments in Albuquerque available now?

Available Nov 13, 2026.

### How big is Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments?

2 bed, 2 bath, 1,264 sq ft, Sahara floor plan.

### Does Apartment 0253 at Desert Creek Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Yes, Desert Creek Apartments lists Washer and dryer hook up.

## Contact and office hours at Desert Creek Apartments

**Address:** 4300 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107
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