El Cortez Apartments

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608 E 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80203

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El Cortez

608 E 12th Ave
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 709-1366
El Cortez in Denver, CO - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $925-$1,485 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $925 - $1,485

    Total Monthly Price
    $925 - $1,485
  • 320–495 Square Feet

About El Cortez

El Cortez is located in the Capitol Hill Neighborhood and 80203 Zip code of Denver, CO. This community is professionally managed by Cornerstone Apartment Services

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Air Conditioning*
  • cable-ready
  • Designer Tile Backsplash*
  • Hardwood Floors*
  • Modern Cabinetry with Designer Hardware*
  • Modern Lighting*
  • Pendant Lighting with Modern Fixtures*
  • Quartz countertops*
  • Undermount Sinks with Gooseneck Faucets*
  • White Cabinetry*
  • Wood-Style Flooring*

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

El Cortez offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $925 and having 320–495 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • Studio

    Studio

    From $925

    Studio, 1 Bath, 320-350 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $925 - $1,320

    Total Monthly Price
    $925 - $1,320
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $925Available Now304350$700
    $990Available Now106320$700
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $925 - $1,320Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $925 - $1,320
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Current Available Pricing

    • $925 - $990 Total Monthly Price

    Unit 304 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $925Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $925
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $700 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $925 - $1,320Total Monthly Price

    Unit 106 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $990Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $990
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $700 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $925 - $1,320Total Monthly Price
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom

    From $1,125

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 480-495 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,125 - $1,485

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,125 - $1,485
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $1,125Available Now312480$800
    $1,125Available Now310495$800
    $1,125Available Now101495$800
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,125 - $1,485Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,125 - $1,485
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,125Total Monthly Price

    Unit 312 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,125Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,125
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $800 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,125 - $1,485Total Monthly Price

    Unit 310 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,125Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,125
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $800 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,125 - $1,485Total Monthly Price

    Unit 101 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,125Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,125
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $800 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,125 - $1,485Total Monthly Price
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 32 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1928

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In
Security Deposit - RefundableiStudio Deposit: $700 (Refundable) Due at Move-In Charged per unit.$700.00
Additional Security Deposit - Refundablei1 Bedroom Deposit: $800 (Refundable) Due at Move-In Charged per unit.$800.00
Administrative FeeiRefundable Charged per unit.$165.00

Utilities

Utility Service FeeiCharged Per Unit. Payable to Third Party.Usage-Based/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat DepositiCharged per Pet.$300.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
80 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

| Restrictions: None.

Dog
Dog DepositiCharged per Pet.$300.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
80 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

| Restrictions: None.

Parking Info and Fees

Garage ParkingiMonthly
  • 1 Max
Other

Storage

Storage UnitiOn-Site Storage: First Come First Serve

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Kitchen
    • Quartz Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Hardwood Floors

    Unique Amenities

    • Garage Available
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    Map

    608 E 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80203

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
    Saturday9:00 am–4:00 pm
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about El Cortez

    Where is El Cortez located?

    El Cortez is located at 608 E 12th Ave near the Capitol Hill area of Denver, CO

    What is the current rent range at El Cortez?

    Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at El Cortez currently range from $925 to $1,125

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for El Cortez are
    • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    About Portable Tenant Screening Reports:

    Applicant has the right to provide the property manager or owner with a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR) that is not more than 30 days old, as defined in § 38-12-902(2.5), Colorado Revised Statutes; and 2) if Applicant provides the property manager or owner with a PTSR, the property manager or owner is prohibited from: a) charging Applicant a rental application fee; or b) charging Applicant a fee for the property manager or owner to access or use the PTSR.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The El Cortez Apartments are 43.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Capitol Hill area, and 37.85% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Capitol Hill Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$925$1,573-$648-41.2%
      1 Bedroom$1,125$2,085-$960-46.0%
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Rent Comparison to the city of Denver

      FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$925$1,529-$604-39.5%
      1 Bedroom$1,125$1,762-$637-36.2%
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Methodology: On 04/09/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1192 other apartment communities in the immediate area around El Cortez (Capitol Hill), and 6112 other apartment communities in Denver using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 04/09/2026

      * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.9
    2 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • DO NOT RENT HERE!!!

      March 6, 2023
      Management does not care about its tenants. There is trash everywhere, squatters, and no maintenance to be found. Worst rental company in this area!
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Management does not care

      January 25, 2023
      Management does not care about this building, problems will go unaddressed for months, there is mold in the building. And squatters have been living in storage closets doing drugs
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Dora Moore ECE - 8th Grade School

    Denver County 1 School District
    846 Corona Street
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (316 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    4/10

    Morey Middle School

    Denver County 1 School District
    840 East 14th Avenue
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (446 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
    9/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from El Cortez.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Esquire Theater

    590 Downing Street
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    Curious Theater

    1080 Acoma Street
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Denver Public Library

    10 W 14th Avenue Pkwy
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Safeway

    560 Corona St
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    Walgreens

    2000 E Colfax Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    Macy's

    15 S Steele St
    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Metropolitan State University of Denver - Auraria Campus

    890 Auraria Parkway
    4 minute drive / 1.62 miles away

    Community College Of Denver

    1111 W. Colfax Ave.
    4 minute drive / 1.64 miles away

    University of Colorado Denver - Auraria Campus

    1200 Larimer Street
    5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

    Groceries

    Trader Joe's

    390 E 7th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

    Whole Foods

    900 E 11th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

    Safeway

    560 Corona St
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Denver Health & Hospital Authority

    777 Bannock St
    1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

    Saint Joseph Hospital

    1375 E 19th Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

    Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center

    1719 E 19th Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Molly Brown House Museum

    1340 Pennsylvania Street
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Colorado History Museum

    1300 Broadway
    1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

    Civic Center Park

    Colfax and Broadway
    2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

    El Cortez has 5 parks within 1.1 miles, including Molly Brown House Museum, Colorado History Museum, Civic Center Park, Denver Botanical Gardens, and Denver Botanic Garden.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Le Central

    112 E. 8th Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

    Marlowe's

    501 16th St
    3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away

    Bistro Vendome

    1420 Larimer Street
    4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Shops at 9th Avenue

    899 Broadway
    1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

    Ad Hominen

    43-99 9th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Broadway Central

    550 Broadway
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    El Cortez has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

    Transit Stations

    16th-California-F Line

    1585 California St
    3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

    16th-California-D Line

    1585 California St
    3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

    16th-California-H Line

    1585 California St
    3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Denver Studio Apartments $1,529$525$4,734
    Denver 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,762$600$10,000+
    Denver 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,264$310$10,000+
    Denver 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,009$600$10,000+
    Denver 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,756$850$5,740
    Denver 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,227$2,300$3,850
    Denver 6 Bedroom Apartments $10,684$3,000$10,000+

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