Whispering Sands

12720 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
(9)
Monthly Rent
$875 - $1,125
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
650 - 950 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

One Bedroom One Bath

$875 - $900
1 Bed, 1 Bath
650 Sq. Ft.
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5 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2102
$875
650
Now
2056
$900
650
Now
1046
$900
650
Now

Two Bedroom Two Bath

$1,125
2 Beds, 2 Baths
950 Sq. Ft.
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5 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1029
$1,125
950
Now
2073
$1,125
950
Now
2024
$1,125
950
Now
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1984
  • 228 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $45

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $50

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.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
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Public Transit

Property Highlights

  • * In Select Apartments Only
  • 1 & 2 Bedroom Floor Plans
  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Bright Lit Bathroom Vanities
  • Cable TV Ready
  • Cable/TV Ready
  • Ceiling Fans - in Select Homes
  • Ceiling Fans*
  • Courtesy Patrol
  • Electric Stove
  • EV Charging Stations
  • Magnificent Mountain/City Views
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Spacious Closets

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Patio
  • Smoke Free

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Basketball Court
  • Business Center
  • Car Charging Station
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Garages
  • Health Club Discount
  • Pool
  • Sauna

Map of Whispering Sands

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Airport

Albuquerque International Sunport

20 min Drive

Albuquerque International Sunport

Moving to Singing Arrow, Albuquerque, NM

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Whispering Sands proximity to Franklin Plaza, Four Hills Shopping Center, and Four Hills Village. Franklin Plaza is 0.4 miles away, and Four Hills Shopping Center is within a 13 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, Whispering Sands has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 15 miles. Transit options include Downtown Albuquerque Rail Runner Station and Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center.

Airports

Living in Singing Arrow provides easy access to Albuquerque International Sunport, located just 21 minutes from Whispering Sands.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Apache Elementary

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

New Hope Christian Academy

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Van Buren Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Highland High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Cornerstone Christian Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

Not rated

Calvary Christian Academy

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Central NM C.C., Montoya Drive: 12 min (5.2 mi)
University of New Mexico Drive: 15 min (9.5 mi)
Central NM C.C., Albuquerque Drive: 16 min (10.7 mi)
Central NM C.C., WTC Drive: 20 min (11.8 mi)

About Whispering Sands

Indulge in the epitome of luxurious and stylish apartment living within the enchanting Singing Arrow neighborhood at Whispering Sands. Here, embrace a lifestyle of comfort and sophistication in our spacious, modern one and two-bedroom homes, surrounded by awe-inspiring mountain views, meticulously landscaped grounds, and an array of premier community amenities—all in a pet-friendly environment. Discover your refreshing oasis beneath the warm New Mexico sun at Whispering Sands.

Whispering Sands is an apartment community in Albuquerque, NM

Contact

Property Address:
12720 Central Ave SE,
Albuquerque, NM 87123
Phone Number: (888) 907-4552
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Renter Reviews

For Whispering Sands

3.6

9 Ratings & Reviews

  • 2/16/22

    Worst place to live

    I wish I can put 0 stars! I don’t even know where to begin with how bad this place is they are having us live in a home with black mold and leaking roofs and running toilets.

    Review from Apartments.com

    22 People Found This Helpful

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