
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Anchorage Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $600 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Anchorage area of Anchorage.


2536 Forest Park Dr, Unit Room1-2

1140 Cousy Lp

Panoramic View

McKinley Tower Apartments

Northwind Apartments

College View
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West Midtown Gardens

West Midtown Pointe

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Caswell Court

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West Midtown Place
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2805 W 31st Ave
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Country Lane

Gill Oscar House

Cedarwood Apartments

5440 E 26th Ave

Castle

The Outlook Apartments

Arbor Pointe
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The Village at Calais
Downtown Anchorage, Anchorage, AK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Anchorage?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Anchorage Studio Apartments | $1,460 | $925 | $2,125 |
| Downtown Anchorage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $600 | $4,321 |
| Downtown Anchorage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $758 | $5,285 |
| Downtown Anchorage 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,350 | $2,700 |
| Downtown Anchorage 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Anchorage Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Anchorage Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Anchorage area of Anchorage, AK is a Studio unit found at Panoramic View priced from $925. Country Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Anchorage apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panoramic View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Country Lane | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| McKinley Tower Apartments | Unit B Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Castle | Studio X small | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Northwind Apartments | Studio 3rd floor | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| College View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| The Village at Calais | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Chester Park Estate | 1BD/1BA- Floorplan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Rancho Tudor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Anchorage, AK
As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Anchorage area is the $1.38 price per square foot CS - 2 Bedroom Model at Creekside Terrace in the in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown Anchorage apartment is the 2x1 1100a Model at Arctic Sun starting at $1,640 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Anchorage apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Terrace | CS - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Arctic Sun | 2x1 1100a | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 2021 Farmer Pl, Unit 3 | 2021 Farmer Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Glen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 3309 Oregon Dr, Unit A | 3309 Oregon Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Deer Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Kings Court | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 bed bottom floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Nicole Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Northwind Apartments | Studio 3rd floor | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Anchorage Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Anchorage?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Anchorage is under $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Anchorage?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Anchorage is Panoramic View which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Downtown Anchorage costs $5,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Anchorage?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Downtown Anchorage that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Anchorage?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Anchorage have an average cost of $762 which is $4,238 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Anchorage.
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