
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, NM (45 Rentals)


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Diamond Mesa

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The Charlie ABQ

The Eleanor at Rio Rancho

Via Verde

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Cantata at the Trails

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Tierra Pointe

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10631 Gentry Ln SW

523 Parnelli Dr SW

10309 Longmont Pl NW
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1700 Gschwind Pl SW

8204 Tangerine Pl NW

10645 Caresso Lp SW

809 Zimina Dr NW

10416 Rosefinch Dr NW

8163 Ventana Azul Ave NW

8804 Zephyr Pl NW

10519 Rosefinch Dr NW

8315 Mock Heather Rd NW

4797 Guadalupe Peak St SW
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8020 Saddlebrook Ave NW

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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 | $1,306 | $840 | $1,893 |
| San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $730 | $2,257 |
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $895 | $3,995 |
San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,150 | $3,445 |
| San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $1,300 | $3,763 |
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Largest Available San Rafael and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, NM is found at Diamond Mesa in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood and is 1,633 square feet priced from $2,084. 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 $3,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Rafael:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Mesa | Coral | 1,633 Sq Ft | $2,084 |
| The Eleanor at Rio Rancho | C1 | 1,601 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| The Charlie ABQ | TH U4 | 1,550 Sq Ft | $3,120 |
| Andalucia Villas | Cordoba 1UF | 1,524 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Via Verde | EMERALD | 1,476 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Las Mananitas Apartments | Geneva | 1,395 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Cantata at the Trails | 3x2 Renovated | 1,218 Sq Ft | $2,318 |
| Circ | Ballard | 1,196 Sq Ft | $2,054 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Sandia | 1,172 Sq Ft | $1,341 |
| Resort at Sandia Village | 3x2 Reno | 1,160 Sq Ft | $1,762 |
Cheapest Available San Rafael and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 23, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, NM is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model starting from $1,232 at Volcanes Commons in the Alamosa neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 3 Bedroom is the C1 Model at Tierra Pointe starting at $1,257 in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $2,326. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Rafael:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Volcanes Commons | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | $1,232 |
| Tierra Pointe | C1 | $1,257 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 3 bedroom 2 bath | $1,331 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 3 bedroom 3 bath | $1,331 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Sandia | $1,341 |
| Resort at Sandia Village | 3x2 Reno | $1,762 |
| Diamond Mesa | Garnet | $1,851 |
| Via Vista Apartment Community | Quartz Reno | $1,856 |
| Circ | Ballard | $2,054 |
| Andalucia Villas | Cordoba 1L | $2,085 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Rafael with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Rafael is at Volcanes Commons listed at $1,232.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $2,326.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 1,633 square feet unit starting from $2,084 at Diamond Mesa.
What is the average size for San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 1,386 sq ft.
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