Cheap Apartments for Rent in Burlington, VT from $700 (31 Rentals)

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260 College St
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

260 College St

260 College StBurlington, VT 05401
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8-16 Clarke St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8-16 Clarke St

8-16 Clarke StBurlington, VT 05401
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33 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

33 Pine St

33 Pine StBurlington, VT 05401
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388 Shelburne
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

388 Shelburne

388 Shelburne RdBurlington, VT 05401
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlington, VT

Pricing Updated: 10/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Burlington, VT area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burlington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Centennial$4,200$1,50018
Downtown Burlington$4,300$72515
Old North End$5,500$72573
South End$5,500$72534

Cheapest Available Burlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlington, VT is a 3 Beds unit found at 403-407 College Street in the South End neighborhood priced from $1,250. 187 Pearl St in the South End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
403-407 College Street3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,250
187 Pearl StStudio One BathroomStudio,1BA$1,450
Quarry Hill Club & CondominiumsBuilding 430 StudiosStudio,1BA$1,495
Keen's CrossingBeech - Income Limits Apply2BR,2BA$1,556
Winooski BlockWinooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen)1BR,1BA$1,600
247PearlStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Millhouse WestWest 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
79 W Canal StMillhouse Historic1BR,1BA$1,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlington, VT

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Burlington area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 403-407 College Street in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Burlington apartment is the 77 Archibald St Model at 77 Archibald St, Unit Apt #1 starting at $2,775 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Old North End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
403-407 College Street2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
77 Archibald St, Unit Apt #177 Archibald St3BR,1BA$2.22
40 Kinsington St40 Kinsington St2BR,1.5BA$1.98
Farm Stand2/12BR,2BA$1.99
251 Main St, Unit A251 Main St2BR,1.5BA$2.23
Winooski BlockWinooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen)1BR,1BA$1.52
20 Ward St, Unit 20 B20 Ward St3BR,1BA$0.95
Parc Terrace2142BR,2BA$1.85
128 Colchester Ave, Unit #3128 Colchester Ave1BR,1BA$1.67
144 Larkin Way1Br/1Ba1BR,1BA$2.13

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Burlington Overview

Burlington, VT, offers you and your family unique diversity with every corner you turn. You’ll find stunning areas of American history to tour and beautiful forests and mountains to hike and bike through. If modern-day activities are your thing, you’re sure to find plenty to do amidst numerous theaters and unique shops. Burlington is the biggest city in Vermont, and is well-known as one of the best college towns in the United States.

Why live in Burlington, VT?

Burlington’s diverse history offers something for everyone—young and old. Housing in the Burlington area is affordable and plentiful. Apartment living is a great way to have easy access to schools, shopping and fun things to do. You’re sure to find the atmosphere you’re looking for, whether you prefer a quiet neighborhood or the hustle and bustle of the downtown community!

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Getting Around Burlington, VT

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

45 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burlington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Burlington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Burlington is under $1,675.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Burlington?

The cheapest apartment in Burlington is Winooski Block which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Burlington costs $4,875.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Burlington?

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 18 regular apartments in Burlington 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 Burlington?

Cheap apartments in Burlington have an average cost of $492 which is $4,383 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Burlington.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.