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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $1,941 | $845 | $3,600 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,077 | $1,315 | $4,500 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,205 | $6,000 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,707 | $1,230 | $7,500 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,570 | $4,203 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in Central City, CO is a Studio unit found at Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood priced from $845. 27902 Meadow Dr in the Outer Lakewood West Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Mesa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 27902 Meadow Dr | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Golden | Studio 1 bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
| 1920 Canyon Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
| Blue Sky Lofts | Cloud | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Buffalo Canyon | 1 Bed Top Floor; Pool-Side + Vaulted Ceilings & AC | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| Canyon View | 0x1-377 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Boulder Creek | Evergreen Premier | Studio,1BA | $1,616 |
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $2.85 price per square foot Plan 8 Model at The Charles Denver West in the in the Applewood Valley neighborhood starting from $3,264. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Tungsten Village starting at $2,177 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Outer Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charles Denver West | Plan 8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| Tungsten Village | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Summit View Village Apartments | SVV-3x2(1080) | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Montrachet Apartment Homes | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Coronado Apartments | Flagstaff | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Avalon Denver West | A1-778 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen – Premium View | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Park Mesa | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Park Mesa listed at $845.
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $1,315 at Summit at Red Rocks.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $1,609 at Bighorn Crossing.
The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tungsten Village and starts from $2,177.
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