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Clear Creek Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clear Creek Crossing

4040 Clear Creek DrWheat Ridge, CO 80401
Corporate Housing
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955 16th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

955 16th St

955 16th StBoulder, CO 80302
Student Housing
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Central City, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central City, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood priced from $955. Blue Sky Lofts in the Main Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Mesa1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$955
Blue Sky LoftsEagles NestStudio,1BA$1,250
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Boulder CreekEvergreen PremierStudio,1BA$1,374
Summit at Red RocksAspen1BR,1BA$1,383
1920 Canyon Blvd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Tantra Lake1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
AurumChromium1BR,1BA$1,430
Summit View Village ApartmentsSVV-1x1(576)1BR,1BA$1,450
MountainaireStudio - AStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, CO and Nearby

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $2.40 price per square foot Residence 6 Model at Montrachet Apartment Homes in the in the Applewood Valley neighborhood starting from $3,027. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,949 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Montrachet Apartment HomesResidence 62BR,2BA$2.40
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.62
Applewood Gables Townhomes2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.02
2019 Grove St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.99
The Province Boulder2x22BR,2BA$2.39
Gaslamp2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.21
Avalon Denver WestA2-8201BR,1BA$2.41
View House2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.40
Summit at Red RocksAspen1BR,1BA$2.23
Tantra Lake1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Blue Sky Lofts listed at $1,250.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $955 at Park Mesa.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $1,585 at East Village Flats.

What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gaslamp and starts from $1,683.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.

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