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$1,555 - $1,9992 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Via Vista Apartment Community
532 Cancun Loop NERio Rancho, NM 87124
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northern Meadows Neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM from $700 (3 Rentals)
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2 Bedroom Apartments
483 Vancouver Rd SE
483 Vancouver Rd SERio Rancho, NM 87124
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Links at High Resort
201 Pinnacle Dr SERio Rancho, NM 87124
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Northern Meadows, Rio Rancho, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northern Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Northern Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $940 | $1,746 |
| Northern Meadows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,066 | $1,999 |
| Northern Meadows 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Northern Meadows Neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northern Meadows, NM
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northern Meadows area is the $1.24 price per square foot Mesa 60% Model at Arrowhead Ridge in the in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,337. The second greatest value Northern Meadows apartment is the Amber Reno Model at Via Vista Apartment Community starting at $1,620 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northern Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Mesa 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Amber Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Links at High Resort | Coronado | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northern Meadows Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northern Meadows?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Northern Meadows that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northern Meadows?
Cheap apartments in Northern Meadows have an average cost of $475 which is $1,720 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northern Meadows.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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