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519 S. Ash St., Unit 519 1/2
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114 N. Ash St., Unit 118
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Cortez, CO Local Guide
View looking SE on Main Street in Cortez, with the cliff faces of the Mesa Verde visible in the distance. by Redline2200 is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,316 | $850 | $1,800 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $850 | $2,189 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,200 | $3,178 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,350 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cortez, CO
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cortez, CO area range in price from $900 to $2,200 with an overall median price of $1,920. The three Cortez neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Coffins at $900, Mcbride at $900, and Chamberlin's at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cortez Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffins | $1,800 | $900 | 4 |
| Mcbride | $1,800 | $900 | 4 |
| Chamberlin's | $2,000 | $900 | 3 |
| Cortez Park | $2,000 | $900 | 3 |
| Western | $2,000 | $900 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortez, CO is a Studio unit found at River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $1,269. Red Cliff in the Rockridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Roost | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,269 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Cannery Apartments Farmington NM | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CO and Nearby
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $2.44 price per square foot B2-A-Fitz Roy Model at Rocket Pointe in the starting from $2,678. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the 610 S Cedar St Model at 610 S Cedar St, Unit #2 starting at $1,250 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Cortez Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocket Pointe | B2-A-Fitz Roy | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| 610 S Cedar St, Unit #2 | 610 S Cedar St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Cannery Apartments Farmington NM | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 206 | 840 Plymouth Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| River Roost | A2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
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Best Local Schools in Cortez, CO
Kemper Elementary School
Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (357)
4 out of 10
Montezuma-Cortez High School
Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (601)
3 out of 10
Cortez Middle School
Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (533)
5 out of 10
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Getting Around Cortez, CO
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortez is at River Roost listed at $1,269.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,399 at Red Cliff.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $1,600 at Cannery Apartments Farmington NM.
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