
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aurora City Center Neighborhood of Aurora, CO from $700 (55 Rentals)
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12357 E Dakota Ave

620 S Oswego St

1623 S Fairplay St

Elk Ridge

480 Troy St, Unit 3

504 S Laredo Cir

Eagle Meadow Homes

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Cherry Ridge

12051 E Mississippi Ave
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Ridge Hill

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Del Mar Garden Apartments

12020 E Hoye Dr

14321 E Tennessee Ave, Unit 106

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Shift Apartments

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Glen at the Park

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Terrace Park

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Solstice CO
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Florida Station

Liberty Creek

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Preserve at City Center

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The Grove at City Center

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City Center Station

982 S Dearborn Way

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Sable Station

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Retreat at Fitzsimons
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Ascent on the Highline

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Canterra

Oak Ridge Apartments

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Westridge

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Meadow Lark Apartments

The Addie at Metro Center 55+ Apartments

17003 E Tennessee Dr, Unit 104

Edge at Fitzsimons

14561 E Ford Pl

920 S Dawson Way
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504 S Laredo Cir

Harrison

Oslo on 6th

Alameda View

17054 E Tennessee Dr

Connections at 6th

14192 E Colorado Dr

1960 S Xanadu Way

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Knollwood
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Aurora City Center, Aurora, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aurora City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora City Center Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $878 | $1,920 |
| Aurora City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $810 | $2,900 |
| Aurora City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $972 | $3,605 |
| Aurora City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $1,123 | $3,498 |
| Aurora City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,845 | $2,845 | $2,845 |
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Cheapest Available Aurora City Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Aurora City Center area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Elk Ridge priced from $779. Cherry Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $878. Here are the most affordable Aurora City Center apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Ridge | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| Cherry Ridge | E1-3 | Studio,1BA | $878 |
| Edge at Fitzsimons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Wentworth Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| Aurora Meadows | Ridge Renovated | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Del Mar Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Ridge Hill | Plan A: Non-Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Greensview | Colonial | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Shift Apartments | Summit Crest | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Glen at the Park | Overlook - Partially Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora City Center, CO
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora City Center area is the $1.59 price per square foot 2BR Townhouse Model at Sable View Townhomes in the in the Aurora City Center neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Aurora City Center apartment is the Hazelnut Model at Solstice CO starting at $1,955 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Aurora District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Sable View Townhomes | 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
| Solstice CO | Hazelnut | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Florida Station | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Ridge Hill | Plan C: 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Preserve at City Center | 2x2-836-Full Renovation-Gray and White | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Harrison | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 780 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Terrace Park | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Del Mar Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Greensview | Pinehurst | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Edge at Fitzsimons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora City Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Aurora City Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Aurora City Center is under $1,031.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aurora City Center?
The cheapest apartment in Aurora City Center is Elk Ridge which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Aurora City Center costs $2,845.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Aurora City Center?
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 68 regular apartments in Aurora City Center 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 Aurora City Center?
Cheap apartments in Aurora City Center have an average cost of $128 which is $2,717 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aurora City Center.
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