
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Placitas, NM (41 Rentals)


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Sandoval Flats

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Allaso High Desert

Broadstone Heights

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Quincy

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Ottavo

Allegro at Tanoan
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Horizon Village

6728 San Luis Obispo Ave NE

4556 Platinum Dr NE

4520 Rockaway Loop NE

6405 La Habra Ln NE

5425 Caballo Ct NE

6275 Roadrunner Loop NE

6045 Matamoros Rd NE
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7312 Eagle View Ave NE

3916 Dynamite Rd NE

7408 Tricia Rd NE

7519 Treviso Ct NE

8415 Calle Soquelle NE

7324 Peregrine Rd NE

1822 Tramway Terrace Loop NE

7419 Desert Eagle Rd NE
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6517 Glen Oak NE

9600 Allande Rd NE

10900 San Francisco Rd NE

2453 Tyler Loop NE

563 Black Bear Rd NE

9608 Merion Cir NE

31 Hogan Ct

Sandia Vista
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placitas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placitas Studio Apartments | $1,416 | $1,098 | $1,664 |
| Placitas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $961 | $2,350 |
| Placitas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $940 | $3,634 |
Placitas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $1,066 | $3,519 |
| Placitas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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Largest Available Placitas and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Placitas, NM is found at Horizon Village in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood and is 2,043 square feet priced from $2,850. Terra at Enchanted Hills in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,639 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Placitas:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Village | 3BR/2.5BA | 2,043 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Terra at Enchanted Hills | 3 x 3.5 (1-car Gar) | 1,639 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Coronado Townhomes | 3x2 | 1,332 Sq Ft | $1,755 |
| Arterra | Palazzo | 1,310 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Ottavo | Callen | 1,308 Sq Ft | $1,958 |
| Sandoval Flats | 3B | 1,289 Sq Ft | $1,486 |
| Allaso High Desert | C1H | 1,279 Sq Ft | $2,436 |
| Altezza High Desert | Amaro | 1,239 Sq Ft | $2,035 |
| La Ventana | 3x2-1210-Upgraded | 1,210 Sq Ft | $1,949 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | 1,082 Sq Ft | $1,337 |
Cheapest Available Placitas and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 31, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Placitas, NM is the Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI Model starting from $1,337 at Arrowhead Ridge in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood. The second most affordable Placitas 3 Bedroom is the 3B Model at Sandoval Flats starting at $1,486 in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Placitas is currently $1,816. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Placitas:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | $1,337 |
| Sandoval Flats | 3B | $1,486 |
| Coronado Townhomes | 3x2 | $1,755 |
| La Ventana | 3x2-1210 | $1,949 |
| Ottavo | Callen | $1,958 |
| Arterra | Palazzo | $2,000 |
| Altezza High Desert | Amaro | $2,035 |
| Allaso High Desert | C1H | $2,436 |
| Terra at Enchanted Hills | 3 x 3.5 (1-car Gar) | $2,450 |
| Horizon Village | 3BR/2.5BA | $2,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Placitas Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Placitas with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Placitas is at Arrowhead Ridge listed at $1,337.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Placitas Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Placitas is $1,816.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Placitas Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Placitas is a 2,043 square feet unit starting from $2,850 at Horizon Village.
What is the average size for Placitas 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Placitas is currently 2,560 sq ft.
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