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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 Via Verde in the Paradise Hills neighborhood and is 1,476 square feet priced from $2,450. Solaire in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,443 square feet and currently listed start at $1,899. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rio Rancho:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Via VerdeEMERALD1,476 Sq Ft$2,450
Solaire3x2-14431,443 Sq Ft$1,899
SkyStone ApartmentsOasis1,393 Sq Ft$1,910
The AspensThe Cottonwood - Phase II1,368 Sq Ft$1,650
Eagle Ranch ApartmentsAnacapa1,320 Sq Ft$1,729
Links at High ResortSanta Ana1,310 Sq Ft$1,815
Terra at Enchanted Hills2 X 2.5 (2-Car Gar)1,220 Sq Ft$2,120
Cantata at the Trails3x2 Renovated1,218 Sq Ft$1,860
Odyssey Apartmentsc20a1,194 Sq Ft$1,736

Cheapest Available Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 16, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rio Rancho, NM is the The Cottonwood Model starting from $1,650 at The Aspens in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. The second most affordable Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom is the Jade Reno Model at Via Vista Apartment Community starting at $1,689 in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho is currently $1,829. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rio Rancho:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The AspensThe Cottonwood$1,650
Via Vista Apartment CommunityJade Reno$1,689
Eagle Ranch ApartmentsAnacapa$1,729
Odyssey Apartmentsc20a$1,736
Solaire3x2-1213$1,789
Links at High ResortSanta Ana$1,815
Cantata at the Trails3x2 Renovated$1,860
SkyStone ApartmentsOasis$1,910
Terra at Enchanted Hills2 X 2.5 (2-Car Gar)$2,120
Via VerdeEMERALD$2,450

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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 The Aspens listed at $1,650.

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 $1,829.

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 1,476 square feet unit starting from $2,450 at Via Verde.

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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