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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Pine Village
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Village

610 School StRexford, KS 67753

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property at 407 N Front St

$650

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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407 N Front St

SterlingCO80751
property at 1300 E H St

$750

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1300 E H St

McCookNE69001
property at 726 N 3rd St

$900

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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726 N 3rd St

SterlingCO80751

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property at 206 S Clayton St

$900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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206 S Clayton St

BrushCO80723
property at 424.5 S 2nd St

$900

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424.5 S 2nd St

SterlingCO80751
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Amherst, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at High Plains Apartments priced from $492. Great Plains Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
High Plains ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$492
Great Plains Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$500
The Preston1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$699
Oak View Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$750
Lakeside2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO and Nearby

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at South Platte Terrace Apartments in the starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the The Riverside Model at Pacific Heights starting at $1,255 with a $1.28 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Platte Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.13
Pacific HeightsThe Riverside2BR,2BA$1.28
6th Dimension Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Kelley Creek2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.02
High Plains ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.58
Lakeside2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Pacific Place Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.33
Oak View Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
Great Plains Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.77
1702 4th Avenue, Unit 21702 4th Avenue1BR,1BA$1.20

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $492 at High Plains Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $575 at Great Plains Apartments.

What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gateway Village Apartments and starts from $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.