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Park at Penrose Apartments

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Gardens at Hidden Creek Apartments

Summit Creek Apartments

Ascent Apartments

Airlan Arms

Incline Apartments

The Lofts at Rock Vue

Aspire Fillmore
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Alta Apartments

The Montelena

Central Heights

Pinewood Apartments

225 E Brookside St

3626 W Colorado Ave

Pine Crest

Pikes Place on San Miguel

Emory

8260 Nat Love Dr
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Regal Estates

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Sedona Ridge Apartments

Aero Place Apartments

Sienna Place

Oakridge on the Green

Aspire Colorado Springs

1709 Hampton S

Rosewood Apartments

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Colorado Springs's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Peak View

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6435 Chantilly Pl

2712 W Colorado Ave

Stone Canyon

The Carlson Apartments

Beverly Place

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Chestnut Hills
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Spring Creek

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Peak 4420 on E Pikes Peak

Peak 1465

Penrose Plaza

Panorama Heights

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Mountain Ridge

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Colorado Springs, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colorado Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Colorado Springs Studio Apartments | $1,344 | $750 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Colorado Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $756 | $4,626 |
| Cheap Colorado Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $588 | $5,232 |
| Cheap Colorado Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $750 | $6,140 |
| Cheap Colorado Springs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,185 | $3,935 |
| Colorado Springs 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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Colorado Springs, CO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Colorado Springs, CO
Pricing Updated: 02/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Colorado Springs, CO area range in price from $588 to $6,140 with an overall median price of $2,295. The three Colorado Springs neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Shooks Run at $995, Fountain Valley at $1,036, and Patty Jewett at $995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Colorado Springs Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shooks Run | $995 | $995 | 1 |
| Fountain Valley | $1,036 | $1,036 | 1 |
| Patty Jewett | $1,124 | $995 | 7 |
| Divine Redeemer | $1,199 | $773 | 44 |
| Pulpit Rock | $1,543 | $922 | 179 |
| Garden Ranch | $1,580 | $918 | 69 |
| Northeast Colorado Springs | $1,580 | $918 | 64 |
| Spring Creek | $1,600 | $750 | 40 |
| Oak Valley Ranch | $1,624 | $1,600 | 2 |
| Peregrine | $1,624 | $1,600 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Colorado Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colorado Springs, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at Bentley Commons in the Southborough neighborhood priced from $588. Park at Penrose Apartments in the Village Seven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $747. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colorado Springs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Commons | One Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $588 |
| Park at Penrose Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $747 |
| Southgate Commons | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Summit Creek Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 11 West | Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $750 |
| Ascent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $756 |
| Shooks Run | 1x1 40% | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
| Airlan Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $773 |
| Kalo Rustic Hills | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Incline Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colorado Springs, CO
As of February 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colorado Springs area is the $1.07 price per square foot $700 off Move In Total - Waived Application Fee... Model at The Townhouse Apartments in the in the Spring Creek neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Colorado Springs apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Welcome to Lazy Days Mobile Home Village! starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Colorado Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townhouse Apartments | $700 off Move In Total - Waived Application Fee... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Welcome to Lazy Days Mobile Home Village! | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 1112 N Wahsatch Ave, Unit B | 1112 N Wahsatch Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| The Creek at Cottonwood Apartment Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 11 West | Student Housing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Regal Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Lofts at Rock Vue | 2/1.5 Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Union Blvd Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Shooks Run | 1x1 40% | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Colorado Springs Overview
There is a good reason US News, World Report, among others have rated Colorado Springs as one of the best places to live in the US. With an abundance of outdoor activities and booming city life, it is no wonder people want to call this place home. And the apartments in Colorado Springs reflect this great city’s beautiful scenery.
Why live in Colorado Springs, CO?
There are many reasons to want to live in Colorado Springs. First of all, the weather is beautiful and sunny for most of the year. If you enjoy getting outside, this is the place you want to be. You can live fairly close to major ski resorts without the high cost of living associated with them. And the skyline is beautiful with its view of the majestic Rockies. There are also some very practical reasons to love this city including low unemployment and lower than average commute time. In fact, US News recently ranked it as the #5 best place to live based on its quality of life and job market.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colorado Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Colorado Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Colorado Springs is under $789.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colorado Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Colorado Springs is Park at Penrose Apartments which is listed at $747, while the average apartment in Colorado Springs costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colorado Springs?
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 2,775 regular apartments in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
Cheap apartments in Colorado Springs have an average cost of $504 which is $1,791 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colorado Springs.
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