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Rio Rancho, NM Local Guide

Largest Available Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rio Rancho, NM is found at The Eleanor at Rio Rancho in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood and is 1,601 square feet priced from $3,350. Via Verde in the Paradise Hills neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,476 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rio Rancho:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Eleanor at Rio RanchoC11,601 Sq Ft$3,350
Via VerdeEMERALD1,476 Sq Ft$2,450
Cottonwood Ranch3B: Cottonwood (Upgraded)1,423 Sq Ft$1,699
SkyStone ApartmentsOasis1,393 Sq Ft$1,887
The AspensThe Cottonwood - Phase II1,368 Sq Ft$1,649
Eagle Ranch ApartmentsAnacapa1,320 Sq Ft$1,679
Links at High ResortSanta Ana1,310 Sq Ft$1,885
Enchanted Vista Apartments3x21,260 Sq Ft$1,321
Solaire3x2-12131,213 Sq Ft$1,775

Cheapest Available Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 15, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rio Rancho, NM is the 3x2 Model starting from $1,321 at Enchanted Vista Apartments in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood. The second most affordable Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom is the The Cottonwood Model at The Aspens starting at $1,649 in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho is currently $1,801. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rio Rancho:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Enchanted Vista Apartments3x2$1,321
The AspensThe Cottonwood$1,649
Eagle Ranch ApartmentsAnacapa$1,679
Cottonwood Ranch3B: Cottonwood (Upgraded)$1,699
Via Vista Apartment CommunityQuartz Reno$1,700
Odyssey Apartmentsc20a$1,732
Solaire3x2-1213$1,775
Links at High ResortSanta Ana$1,885
SkyStone ApartmentsOasis$1,887
Resort at Sandia Village3bed 2 bath$1,999

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Rio Rancho, NM
Population: 98,023

Ranked #318

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rio Rancho, NM

Ranked #151

Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Rio Rancho, NM

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Rio Rancho Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Rio Rancho with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Rio Rancho is at Enchanted Vista Apartments listed at $1,321.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Rio Rancho Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Rio Rancho is $1,801.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Rio Rancho Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rio Rancho is a 1,601 square feet unit starting from $3,350 at The Eleanor at Rio Rancho.

What is the average size for Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Rio Rancho is currently 1,915 sq ft.

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