
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Rio Rancho Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (40 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Rio Rancho area of Albuquerque that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Affinity at Albuquerque 55+

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Entrada Pointe

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

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3660 Oasis Springs Rd NE

848 Rebecca Ct NE

480 Cimarron Meadows Ct

325 Geraldine Loop SE

4248 Sabana Grande Ave SE

1104 17th St NW
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1896 Lee Loop NE

3441 Martin Meadows Dr NE

21 Corsica Dr SE

4113 La Colorada Ct SE

747 Redwood St SW

3010 May Cir SE

933 Northern Blvd NE
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3019 Glorieta Meadows Dr NE

4433 Cave Primrose Ct SE

3709 Cacto Ct

1346 Ashlynn Pl

896 Tazanita Lp SE

1334 Ashlynn Pl

3521 Elder Meadows Dr NE

3540 Clear Creek Rd
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1384 Peppoli Loop SE

3533 Wild Horse Rd NE

6405 Kings Cyn Cv NE

2590 Camino Plata Loop NE

75 Darlene Rd SE

Felician Villa I - Senior 55+

Felician Villa II - Senior 55+

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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 | $1,429 | $1,098 | $1,917 |
| Rio Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $650 | $2,257 |
| Rio Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $940 | $2,909 |
| Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $1,066 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rio Rancho Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Rio Rancho
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Rio Rancho of Rio Rancho is the Two Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI Model at Arrowhead Ridge, which is a 2 Beds unit starting from $940. The second cheapest Rio Rancho Pet Friendly apartment is the The Grove 1 Bed unit at Blue Agave Villas starting at $1,195. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Rio Rancho apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Two Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | $940 |
| Blue Agave Villas | The Grove | $1,195 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1x1 | $1,369 |
| Entrada Pointe | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,540 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Citrine | $1,555 |
| Wintergreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $1,625 |
| Affinity at Albuquerque 55+ | 1x1 - B1 | $1,829 |
| The Eleanor at Rio Rancho | A5 Duplex | $1,933 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Rio Rancho Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Rio Rancho?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Rio Rancho is at Arrowhead Ridge listed at $940.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Rio Rancho Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Rio Rancho is $1,737.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Rio Rancho Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Rio Rancho is a 1,601 square feet unit starting from $1,933 at The Eleanor at Rio Rancho.
What is the average size for Rio Rancho Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Rio Rancho is currently at 651 sq ft.
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