
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Colorado Springs Neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO from $600 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Colorado Springs area of Colorado Springs.


233 E Arvada St

420 E Brookside St

Sienna Place

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Park Place

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319-321 E Brookside St

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Southwest Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Colorado Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Colorado Springs Studio Apartments | $1,187 | $749 | $1,499 |
| Southwest Colorado Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $699 | $1,729 |
| Southwest Colorado Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $899 | $2,204 |
| Southwest Colorado Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,425 | $2,252 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Colorado Springs Neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Colorado Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Colorado Springs area of Colorado Springs, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Southgate Commons priced from $699. Applewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Southwest Colorado Springs apartments for rent in Colorado Springs, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Applewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Sienna Place | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Pebble Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Colorado Springs, CO
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Colorado Springs area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2x2 - 915 sqft - Avanti Reno Model at Sky at Bear Creek in the in the Stratton Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Southwest Colorado Springs apartment is the Mimosa Model at Bonterra Lakeside Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Stratton Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Colorado Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky at Bear Creek | 2x2 - 915 sqft - Avanti Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Bonterra Lakeside Apartments | Mimosa | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Kalo Ivywild | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Sienna Place | 3X1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Westmeadow Peaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Tamarac | 2x1 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Meadows At Cheyenne Mountain | The Indian Paintbrush | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Lookout at Broadmoor | One Bedroom One Bathroom (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Southgate Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Applewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
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Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Broadmoor Elementary School
Cheyenne Mountain High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Colorado Springs. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Colorado Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Colorado Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Colorado Springs is under $1,160.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Colorado Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Colorado Springs is Southgate Commons which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Southwest Colorado Springs costs $1,669.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 25 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Colorado Springs?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Colorado Springs have an average cost of $288 which is $1,381 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Colorado Springs.
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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