MLK

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

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Apartment building

1 bed

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 1217 1 bd, 1 ba	500	Now	$900
Unit 1221 1 bd, 1 ba	500	Now	$995

What's special

One bedroom one bathHardwood floorsVintage tile in kitchen

Neighborhood: Spruce Park

Areas of interest

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Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Very Walkable

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Some Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Albuquerque

Monte Vista Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • 1.3 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

8/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

Jefferson Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.2 miles

6/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

7/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Albuquerque High School

Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles

3/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

College Readiness Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

2/10

Historic Area
Spruce Park’s older homes and proximity to Central Avenue connect the neighborhood to Albuquerque’s historic character.
Coffee Culture
Cafés in the nearby University area provide convenient places to stop for coffee.
Transit Access
Bus service along nearby major streets connects Spruce Park with other parts of Albuquerque.
Biking Trails
The neighborhood’s central location offers bicycle access to nearby campus routes and city trails.

Spruce Park is a compact, tree-lined Albuquerque neighborhood near the University of New Mexico, with a mix of historic homes and residential streets set against the city’s high-desert landscape. Sunny, dry weather is typical, while summer brings monsoon showers. Nearby UNM campus grounds and the University area’s parks and trails offer outdoor space; the Rio Grande’s bosque is a farther option for walking and biking. Central Avenue and surrounding streets bring cafés, restaurants, local shops and access to Albuquerque’s Route 66 history, with campus arts and cultural events adding to the mix. Getting around is possible by foot, bicycle, bus or car, and the area connects to major city routes. For ZIP code 87106, the median rent is $1,225 per month and the typical range is $650 to $7,800.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is MLK located, and what is the neighborhood like?

MLK is located at 1217-1223 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE in Spruce Park, Albuquerque, NM. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as D G's Deli & Market, The Grove Cafe & Market, and Golden Pride.

What is the average rent in Albuquerque, NM?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 87106 in Albuquerque is currently $1,225 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to MLK?

The schools assigned to MLK include Monte Vista Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School, and Albuquerque High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near MLK?

MLK is located near 5 grocery stores, including Smith's Food & Drug (0.8 miles) and Chile Konnection (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including T-Mobile, are approximately 0.5 miles away.

What is the minimum and maximum rent for MLK?

The total price for an apartment unit in MLK ranges from $900 to $995. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.