
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aurora City Center Neighborhood of Aurora, CO from $856 (59 Rentals)
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14321 E Tennessee Ave, Unit 106

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Wentworth Apartments

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Cherry Ridge

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Shift Apartments

Florida Station

17000 E Ford Dr

905 Moline St, Unit 302

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Ridge Hill

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Del Mar Garden Apartments
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Terrace Park

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Liberty Creek

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Greensview

Oslo on 6th

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Arboreta

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Retreat at Fitzsimons

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Ascent on the Highline
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Preserve at City Center

15128 E Louisiana Dr, Unit c104

1505 S Ouray Cir

1291 S Kittredge St, Unit Master

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Eagle Meadow Homes

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Crossroads at City Center

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The Grove at City Center

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14892 E Kentucky Dr, Unit APT 1021
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17094 E Tennessee Dr

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Fairview Apartments

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Westridge

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Canterra

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Griffis Fitzsimons South

15126 E Louisiana Dr

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Vida @ Fitzsimons

16153 E Alaska Pl

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2120 S Vaughn Way

932 S Dearborn Way

504 S Laredo Cir

14802 E Kentucky Dr

920 S Dawson Way

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Glen at the Park

14192 E Colorado Dr

14467 E 1st Dr
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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 | $1,423 | $878 | $1,920 |
| Aurora City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $856 | $2,523 |
| Aurora City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,153 | $3,186 |
| Aurora City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,900 | $5,494 |
| Aurora City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,032 | $3,668 |
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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 Wentworth Apartments priced from $858. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $858 |
| Cherry Ridge | E1-3 | Studio,1BA | $878 |
| Shift Apartments | Summit Crest | Studio,1BA | $967 |
| Ridge Hill | Plan A: Non-Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Del Mar Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Edge at Fitzsimons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Elk Ridge | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Terrace Park | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Aurora Meadows | Summit Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,053 |
| Liberty Creek | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora City Center, CO
As of September 05, 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 The Maple Model at Wentworth Apartments starting at $1,559 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Aurora City Center 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 |
| Wentworth Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Knollwood | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 16255 E ALASKA PL | 16255 E ALASKA PL - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Ridge Hill | Plan C: 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Eagle Meadow Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Terrace Park | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Del Mar Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Arboreta | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Edge at Fitzsimons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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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 $1,088.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aurora City Center?
The cheapest apartment in Aurora City Center is Wentworth Apartments which is listed at $856, while the average apartment in Aurora City Center costs $1,650.
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 63 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 $153 which is $1,497 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aurora City Center.
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