
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rio Rancho, NM (79 Rentals)


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The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

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1139 Northern Lights Way NE

2281 Solara Loop NE

3076 Cascades Trail SE

833 Deming Meadows Dr NE

3101 Cochiti St NE

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1837 Round Up Dr NE

2128 Sagecrest Loop

3441 Martin Meadows Dr NE

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3133 Renaissance Dr SE

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745 Valley Meadows Dr

76 2nd St SE

2104 Virgin Wood Rd NE

3233 Renaissance Dr SE

3709 Cacto Ct

3845 Havasu Falls St NE

2593 Eglisfield Lp

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2546 Camino Plata Loop NE

2317 Garden Rd NE

1887 Sunrise Ln

4313 Sabana Loop SE

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Rancho?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho Studio Apartments | $1,423 | $1,098 | $1,970 |
| Rio Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $814 | $2,238 |
| Rio Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $940 | $2,909 |
Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $1,066 | $3,500 |
| Rio Rancho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $1,343 | $3,763 |
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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. The Charlie ABQ in the Paradise Hills neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,550 square feet and currently listed start at $3,120. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rio Rancho:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eleanor at Rio Rancho | C1 | 1,601 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| The Charlie ABQ | TH U4 | 1,550 Sq Ft | $3,120 |
| Via Verde | EMERALD | 1,476 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cottonwood (Premium) | 1,423 Sq Ft | $1,945 |
| SkyStone Apartments | Oasis | 1,393 Sq Ft | $2,036 |
| Links at High Resort | Santa Ana | 1,310 Sq Ft | $1,820 |
| Cantata at the Trails | 3x2 Renovated | 1,218 Sq Ft | $2,153 |
| Circ | Ballard | 1,196 Sq Ft | $1,978 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Quartz | 1,160 Sq Ft | $1,988 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Mesa 60% | 1,082 Sq Ft | $1,337 |
Cheapest Available Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 13, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rio Rancho, NM is the Mesa 60% Model starting from $1,337 at Arrowhead Ridge in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood. The second most affordable Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom is the Santa Ana Model at Links at High Resort starting at $1,820 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho is currently $1,831. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rio Rancho:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Mesa 60% | $1,337 |
| Links at High Resort | Santa Ana | $1,820 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cottonwood (Premium) | $1,945 |
| Circ | Ballard | $1,978 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Quartz | $1,988 |
| SkyStone Apartments | Oasis | $2,036 |
| Via Verde | EMERALD | $2,075 |
| Cantata at the Trails | 3x2 Renovated | $2,153 |
| The Charlie ABQ | TH U4 | $3,120 |
| The Eleanor at Rio Rancho | C1 | $3,350 |
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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 Arrowhead Ridge listed at $1,337.
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 $1,831.
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 1,715 sq ft.
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