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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 Great Plains Apartments priced from $500. Oak View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Great Plains Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$500
Oak View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$600
High Plains ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Crestview1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Lakeside2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO and Nearby

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at South Platte Terrace Apartments in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the Willow Model at Heartland Flats Alliance starting at $1,149 with a $1.06 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 Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.92
Heartland Flats AllianceWillow2BR,2BA$1.06
6th Dimension Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.02
Lakeside2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.87
Heartland FlatsAspen1BR,1BA$1.38
High Plains ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.87
Allura Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Crestview1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Great Plains Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.77
Oak View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst

What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO with pricing that ranges from $500 to $1,750. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $775 to $2,795.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Amherst?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst ranges from $775 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,332.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Amherst?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Amherst range from $840 to $1,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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