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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Rio Rancho Estates area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Rio Rancho Estates. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Rio Rancho Estates, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Rio Rancho, North Valley or Paradise Hills.

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Average starting price of Independent Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM is $4,368/month. Learn more
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Independent Living

Average starting price $4,368/month
Average starting price $4,250/month
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Average starting price $4,803/month
Average starting price $3,443/month
Average starting price $3,630/month
Recent reviews of Independent Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM
The Woodmark at Uptown in Albuquerque, NM
4.8

Based on our families experience, we were frustrated that all the required paperwork had to be completed by hand rather than a word doc to edit. There were a lot of duplicate questions on many different forms. It was also frustrating that we could not get our loved one moved in on the weekend. We would have loved it if we could have rented the furniture from them or a partner. However, everyone was incredibly friendly, nice and caring. We would highly recommend.

Coronado Villa Retirement Resort in Albuquerque, NM
4.9

I'm currently a resident at Coronado Villa Retirement Resort and I am thrilled to be living here. I certainly made the right choice to move here. The staff and the residents are all VERY friendly and call me by my name. My apartment is comfortable and is the right size. The cleanliness is super. They have more activities than I have time for! This is a great place to live and the ONLY facility in Albuquerque in which I would live. If Coronado Villa had not been here, I would still be living in Tucson.

Westwind House Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM
4.5

My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are able to provide the most care for her needs.

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho

920 Riverview Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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97 reviews

It was the most cheerful experience we had meaning the tour. I would recommend it to them based upon n friendliness and mainly an employee named {name removed] She is the best, and very helpful to me.

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are proud to be managed by Leisure Care who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Rio...

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Palmilla Senior Living

10301 Golf Course Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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155 reviews

Palmilla was recommended to me by a practitioner friend who has worked in all the assisted living homes in the city. My dad moved in with me from out of state in a crisis situation and Palmilla quickly had a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Palmilla Senior Living puts premium independent senior living within your reach. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's and Memory Care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. All of our living options stress independence and autonomy, providing the assistance you need to live...

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The Rio Grande

2331 Westside Boulevard Southeast, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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28 reviews

We really are impressed and are so happy that he is happy. For my brother in law, I can rank all of the above at a 5. He says that he hopes he dies there! It's a lovely community. The rates increase on his...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Hawthorn Senior Living, LLC communities

At The Rio Grande, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...

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Avamere at Rio Rancho

1000 Riverview Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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76 reviews

The staff treat my mom with compassion and respect. The building feels like someone's home, not sterile or clinical. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Avamere at Rio Rancho offers residents the full spectrum of senior living options including independent, assisted living and a secure memory care community. Located on Albuquerque's west side, close to both Cottonwood mall and scenic Corrales, we are conveniently located near Presbyterian Rust,...

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Life Spire

1001 24th Street SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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8 reviews

They do what the others SAY they will do!! FOOD YES! CARE YES! Engaged with residents YES! WE found Lifespire after my wife ENDURED 14 months at another institution in Albuquerque where the care was very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Life Spire has been in business for over 6 years. We provide a warm and homelike atmosphere within a secured setting. We started our line of work by assisting adults and children with disabilities to live at home and be active in the community. Our strong commitment to our mission lead the phone...

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MorningStar of Rio Rancho

2301 Golf Course Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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20 reviews

Overall, MorningStar has been a good choice for Mom, but I can see where some improvements need to be made. For example, it would be nice if they provided some evening activities occasionally as that is when...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Community

900 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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The meals at the Neighborhood are tasty and varied. Between the dining room and the Bistro, there is always something which is appealing. I would like to give a shout out to the wait staff. They are...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is a Premier Full Service Health Care Community where extra support is available at one location. There is no entry fee or long term contract to move directly into Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Ranchoand features both private studio...

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Advantage Assisted Living

1729 Wellspring Ave SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Provides: Assisted Living

Entrada Pointe Apartments

900 Country Club Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Provides: Independent Living

Affinity at Albuquerque

10700 Fineland Dr NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

5 reviews

We think this is the perfect place for our loved one even during the pandemic. They have small special events that take place, they have some activities going on right now like happy hour, door decorating,...

Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments

At Affinity at Albuquerque we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,285, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot...

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Cost of independent living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

The average cost of senior living in Rio Rancho Estates is 4,368 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estancia, NM with an average of 4,337 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Paloma Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See the full list.

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