
Apartments for Rent in the Rio Rancho Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (122 Rentals)


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5931 Sleepy Nights Rd NW

10749 Capricorn Pl NW

10648 Shooting Star St NW

5748 Pinon Flats Rd NW
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10847 Firenze Dr NW

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652 Vancouver Rd SE, Unit D

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129 Redwood Pl SW

2736 Wilder Loop Northeast

1734 Lark Dr NE

3809 Wayne Rd NE

2712 Moon Glow Dr NE

1740 Sierra Norte Loop NE, Unit 2e

4520 Ambrose Alday Loop SE

837 1D Country Club Dr SE

537 Tulip Rd SE

426 Paseo Roja Pl
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1011 Meadowlark Ct SE

280 Prism Ave SW

308 Prism Ave SW

1 El Camino Loop NW

628 Pontiac Dr SW

3473 Martin Meadows Dr NE

748 Amatista Lp SE

768 Amatista Lp SE

1706 Daybreak Rd SE
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Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Rancho?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho Studio Apartments | $1,443 | $1,098 | $1,826 |
| Rio Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $961 | $2,079 |
| Rio Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $940 | $2,894 |
| Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $1,066 | $3,500 |
| Rio Rancho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $2,715 | $2,715 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Rio Rancho?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,792 | $1,450 | $2,295 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,199 | $1,800 | $2,550 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,552 | $1,895 | $4,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rio Rancho
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Rio Rancho area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, August 06, 2026, there are currently 122 available Rio Rancho apartments priced from $940 to $3,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,801.
How much are Studio apartments in Rio Rancho?
There are currently 11 Studio Apartments in Rio Rancho with rent ranges from $1,098 to $1,826 with an average price of $1,443.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Rio Rancho Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Rio Rancho ranges from $961 to $2,079 with an average monthly rent of $1,597.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Rio Rancho cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Rio Rancho range from $940 to $2,894. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,768.
How expensive are Rio Rancho Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 12 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Rio Rancho on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,066 to $3,500 - averaging $2,171 for the location.
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