
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rio Rancho, NM (75 Rentals)


Sandoval Flats

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

Enchanted Hills

Terra at Enchanted Hills

Arrowhead Ridge

4217 Ridgeway Ct, Unit A

41 Willow Trace Ct SE

1429 Tiffany Ln SE, Unit 5

2632 Vista Manzano Loop NE
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1740 Sierra Norte Loop NE

836 Toadlena Meadows Dr NE

3812 Havasu Falls St NE

3456 Morgan Meadows Dr NE

804 Ocate Meadows Dr NE

5726 Quay Dr NE

1232 Maple Meadows Dr NE

1104 17th St NW

4520 Ambrose Alday Loop SE

21 Corsica Dr SE
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3146 Chama Meadows Dr NE

874 Baltic Ave SE

513 Cimarron Meadows Dr

3305 Tin Cup Rd

2220 Mayapan Rd SE

2517 Bogie Rd SE

3649 North Pole Loop NE

2440 Corvara Drive Southeast

5714 Quay Dr NE

1382 Ashlynn Pl
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4436 Snow Heights Cir SE

4011 Sierra Alta Ave NE

1386 Ashlynn Pl

1334 Ashlynn Pl

5603 Linq Ct NE

2824 Walsh Loop SE

2590 Camino Plata Loop NE

6405 Kings Cyn Cv NE

1312 Tiffany Ln SE

2313 Melon Ridge Loop NE
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4313 Sabana Loop SE

4213 Ridgeway Ct

4209 Ridgeway Ct

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The Charlie ABQ

The Dillon Luxury Apartments

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Resort at Sandia Village
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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 | $1,369 | $1,098 | $1,967 |
| Rio Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $961 | $2,079 |
| Rio Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $940 | $2,894 |
Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $1,066 | $3,500 |
| Rio Rancho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,644 | $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 Charlie ABQ in the Paradise Hills neighborhood and is 1,703 square feet priced from $3,445. The Eleanor at Rio Rancho in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,601 square feet and currently listed start at $2,900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rio Rancho:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charlie ABQ | P2 | 1,703 Sq Ft | $3,445 |
| The Eleanor at Rio Rancho | C1 | 1,601 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| Via Verde | Emerald | 1,476 Sq Ft | $2,310 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cottonwood (Premium) | 1,423 Sq Ft | $1,805 |
| The Aspens | 1,368 Sq Ft | $1,595 | |
| Coronado Townhomes | 3x2 | 1,332 Sq Ft | $1,835 |
| Cantata at the Trails | 3x2 Renovated | 1,218 Sq Ft | $2,346 |
| Solaire | 3x2-1213-Full Renovation | 1,213 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
| Circ | Ballard | 1,196 Sq Ft | $1,905 |
| Odyssey Apartments | c20a | 1,194 Sq Ft | $1,922 |
Cheapest Available Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rio Rancho, 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 Rio Rancho 3 Bedroom is the Cottonwood Model at The Aspens starting at $1,595 in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho is currently $2,149. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rio Rancho:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | $1,337 |
| The Aspens | Cottonwood | $1,595 |
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cottonwood (Premium) | $1,805 |
| Resort at Sandia Village | 3bed 2 bath | $1,880 |
| Solaire | 3x2-1213-Full Renovation | $1,899 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Jade Reno | $1,910 |
| Circ | Ballard | $1,911 |
| Odyssey Apartments | c20a | $1,922 |
| The Dillon Luxury Apartments | Three Bedroom - Two Bath | $2,150 |
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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 $2,149.
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 1,703 square feet unit starting from $3,445 at The Charlie ABQ.
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 1,739 sq ft.
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