Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Arvada Neighborhood of Arvada, CO from $900 (28 Rentals)

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5415 Carr Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5415 Carr Street

5415 Carr StArvada, CO 80002
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Westpark
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westpark

5225 Balsam StArvada, CO 80002
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5616 Yarrow St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5616 Yarrow St

5616 Yarrow StArvada, CO 80002
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5805 Secrest Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5805 Secrest Dr

5805 Secrest DrArvada, CO 80003

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Allison Pointe
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Allison Pointe

7850 W 51st AveArvada, CO 80002
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Olde Town Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olde Town Plaza

5773 Olde Wadsworth BlvdArvada, CO 80002
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5502 Newland Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

5502 Newland Way

5502 Newland WayArvada, CO 80002
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Arvada Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arvada Pines

8440 W 52nd AveArvada, CO 80002
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Robinson Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Robinson Flats

7500-7508 Robinson WayArvada, CO 80003

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5840 Carr Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5840 Carr Street

5840 Carr StArvada, CO 80004
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Downtown Arvada, Arvada, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Arvada Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Arvada area of Arvada, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at Allison Pointe priced from $1,159. 7250-7290 Newton Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown Arvada apartments for rent in Arvada, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allison Pointe2x22BR,2BA$1,159
7250-7290 Newton Street1x11BR,1BA$1,195
Arvada VillageBeckenham 2BR,1BA$1,390
The Village at Arvada, A 62+ Affordable Community2x1 C 50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,464
Vance Street Flats1x11BR,1BA$1,494
The Russell COStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,591
Solana Olde Town StationTopaz1BR,1BA$1,717
Perch on 52ndCoronado 2x22BR,2BA$1,950
Water Tower FlatsA41BR,1BA$2,080

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Arvada, CO

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Arvada area is the $1.87 price per square foot Coronado 2x2 Model at Perch on 52nd in the in the Water Tower Village neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Arvada apartment is the 3x2 Model at Allison Pointe starting at $1,700 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Water Tower Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Arvada apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Perch on 52ndCoronado 2x22BR,2BA$1.87
Allison Pointe3x23BR,2BA$1.64
Water Tower FlatsA41BR,1BA$2.67
Solana Olde Town StationGold1BR,1BA$2.50
The Village at Arvada, A 62+ Affordable Community2x1 A 60% AMI2BR,1BA$2.22
7250-7290 Newton Street2x12BR,1BA$2.03
Arvada VillageArbor Renovated1BR,1BA$2.15
The Russell COJR 1BR 11BR,1BA$3.58
Vance Street Flats1x11BR,1BA$2.60

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Arvada, Arvada, CO

Ranked #23

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Arvada Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Arvada?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Arvada is under $2,080.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Arvada?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Arvada is 7250-7290 Newton Street which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Downtown Arvada costs $5,374.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Arvada?

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 10 regular apartments in Downtown Arvada that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!