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469 W 2nd StCortez, CO 81321
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610 S Cedar St, Unit #2
610 S Cedar StCortez, CO 81321
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469 W 2nd StCortez, CO 81321
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444 E Montezuma Ave
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620 E Empire StCortez, CO 81321
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316 S Madison StCortez, CO 81321
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2115 Tesoro Pl
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AztecNM87410
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337 Rd 3050
AztecNM87410
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Apex Studios
1800 W Aztec BlvdAztec, NM 87410
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801 Camino del RioDurango, CO 81303
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196 Canyon Dr
DurangoCO81301
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21382 Highway 160Durango, CO 81303
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Red Cliff Apartments
5800 Main AveDurango, CO 81301
5901 W Main St
FarmingtonNM87401
524 E 4th Ave
DurangoCO81301
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840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 105
840 Plymouth DrDurango, CO 81301
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401 Nelson AveFarmington, NM 87401
5880 Old Kirtland Hwy
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150 Snow Cap Ln, Unit Apartment
150 Snow Cap LnDurango, CO 81303
826 Vine Ave
FarmingtonNM87401
1806 N Cochiti Ave
FarmingtonNM87401
1135 Florida Rd
DurangoCO81301
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1245 Roosa AveDurango, CO 81301
404 E Hopi St
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2408 N Hutton Ave
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2104 Smith Ln
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314 Tamarron Dr
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Cortez, CO Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,346 | $1,150 | $1,700 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $900 | $8,581 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $1,267 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,569 | $1,426 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 4 Bedroom Apartments | $26,338 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cortez, CO
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cortez, CO area range in price from $1,250 to $1,950 with an overall median price of $1,950. The three Cortez neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chamberlin's at $1,250, Coffins at $1,250, and Cortez Park at $1,250. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlin's | $1,950 | $1,250 | 5 |
| Coffins | $1,950 | $1,250 | 5 |
| Cortez Park | $1,950 | $1,250 | 5 |
| Mcbride | $1,950 | $1,250 | 5 |
| Western | $1,950 | $1,250 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortez, CO is a Studio unit found at Apex Studios priced from $1,150. Residences at Durango in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,251. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Studios | Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Residences at Durango | H1.1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,251 |
| Red Cliff Apartments | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,004 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Aura | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CO and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1261 Galaxy Dr Model at 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B in the in the Hawks Nest neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the Intuition Model at Affinity at Three Springs starting at $2,793 with a $2.75 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B | 1261 Galaxy Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Intuition | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Residences at Durango | H1.1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Red Cliff Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Apex Studios | Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
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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)
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Montezuma-Cortez High School
Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (598)
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Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (505)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,250 at Apex Studios.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $2,375 at Gauge.
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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