
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, NM (35 Rentals)


Wintergreen Apartments

Diamond Mesa

Villas @ Rio

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

Via Verde

Cantata at the Trails

Resort at Sandia Village

The Aubry

Aydan
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Monterey Place

Circ

Puerta Del Sol

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Affinity at Albuquerque 55+

Mesa Ridge Apartments

City View

Tierra Pointe

Villa Hermosa

Taylor Ranch

Bluewater Village

Volcanes Commons

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Welcome Home To Rio Volcan!

Route 66 Headquarters

Canon de Arrowhead

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San Rafael, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $840 | $1,970 |
San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $730 | $2,257 |
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $895 | $3,899 |
| San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,150 | $3,900 |
| San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $1,300 | $3,649 |
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Largest Available San Rafael and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, NM is found at Wintergreen Apartments in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood and is 880 square feet priced from $1,600. Griegos Farms in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 880 square feet and currently listed start at $1,875. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Rafael:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wintergreen Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 880 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Griegos Farms | Type A | 880 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Las Mananitas Apartments | Belmar | 858 Sq Ft | $1,554 |
| The Aubry | A7 | 802 Sq Ft | $1,465 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 800 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| Circ | Madison | 796 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| Cantata at the Trails | 1x1 Renovated | 781 Sq Ft | $1,694 |
| Villas @ Rio | 1BR/1.0BA | 764 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Overture Andalucia 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A3 | 752 Sq Ft | $1,960 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 719 Sq Ft | $1,582 |
Cheapest Available San Rafael and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, NM is the One Bedroom, One Bath Model starting from $902 at Volcanes Commons in the Alamosa neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! starting at $964 in the Rancho Encantado neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $1,525. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Rafael:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | $902 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $964 |
| Tierra Pointe | A1 | $998 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | $1,064 |
| Eagle Ranch Apartments | Latigo | $1,134 |
| Aydan | Pinon Renovated | $1,135 |
| Stride West | a10a | $1,145 |
| Del Rio Apartments | Aspen | $1,159 |
| Puerta Del Sol | The Barcelona | $1,299 |
| Las Mananitas Apartments | Lennox | $1,385 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Rafael with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Rafael is at Volcanes Commons listed at $902.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $1,525.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 880 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at Wintergreen Apartments.
What is the average size for San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 725 sq ft.
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