
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Colorado Springs Neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO from $500 (241 Rentals)
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2423 E St Vrain St, Unit #3

11 West | Student Housing

Pinewood Apartments

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Park at Penrose Apartments

Newport Square

6435 Chantilly Pl

4470 E Pikes Peak Ave

4490 E Pikes Peak Ave

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Sedona Ridge Apartments
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BG - SUMMIT VIEW APARTMENTS

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Pikes Place on San Miguel

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Fir Tree

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Orchid Flats

Alta Apartments

The Lofts at Rock Vue

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Park at Palmer Apartments

Regal Estates

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Peak View

The Haven at Academy
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Airlan Arms

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The Montelena

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Lincoln Springs

Rosewood Apartments

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Gardens at Hidden Creek Apartments

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Oakridge on the Green

3960 Galley Rd

4410 E Pikes Peak Ave

4480 E Pikes Peak Ave

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Marmont Springs Apartments
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Beverly Place

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Ascent Apartments

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Aspire Colorado Springs

Aero Place Apartments

Peak 1465

335 Ruskin Dr

Peak 4420 on E Pikes Peak

2127 Preuss Rd

3175 E Fountain Blvd

3480 Cochran Dr
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Panorama Heights

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Oakwood Bend Oakwood Bend

Summit Creek Apartments

Mountain Pointe Apartments

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Fairway Valley Apartments

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Mountain Ridge

Windmill Apartments

The Park at Whispering Pines

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Emory

Union Blvd Apartments
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East Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Colorado Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Colorado Springs Studio Apartments | $981 | $760 | $2,070 |
| East Colorado Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $599 | $4,870 |
| East Colorado Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $588 | $5,442 |
| East Colorado Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $599 | $5,572 |
| East Colorado Springs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $1,858 | $3,355 |
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Cheapest Available East Colorado Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Colorado Springs area of Colorado Springs, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at Bentley Commons priced from $588. 11 West | Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable East Colorado Springs apartments for rent in Colorado Springs, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Commons | One Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $588 |
| 11 West | Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $599 |
| Pinewood Apartments | 520 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Kalo Four Seasons | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Park at Penrose Apartments | 1X1 (50 AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $731 |
| Newport Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $732 |
| Kalo Lelaray | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Kalo Springs | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Hills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Central Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Colorado Springs, CO
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Colorado Springs area is the $0.50 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 11 West | Student Housing in the in the Venetian Village neighborhood starting from $599. The second greatest value East Colorado Springs apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Regal Estates starting at $859 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Eastborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Colorado Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 West | Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| Regal Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Kalo Gateway Park | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Union Blvd Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Greentree Village | 2x1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Lookout on Cragmor | Student Housing | B1 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Aspen Bluff | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| 2127 Preuss Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 335 Ruskin Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Colorado and customized analysis for Central Colorado Springs, CO. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Colorado Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Colorado Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Colorado Springs is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Colorado Springs?
The cheapest apartment in East Colorado Springs is Pinewood Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in East Colorado Springs costs $3,090.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 95 regular apartments in East 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 East Colorado Springs?
Cheap apartments in East Colorado Springs have an average cost of $226 which is $2,864 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Colorado Springs.
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