27 S Elm St
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469 W 2nd St, Unit 1
469 W 2nd StCortez, CO 81321
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610 S Cedar St, Unit #1
610 S Cedar StCortez, CO 81321
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620 E Empire StCortez, CO 81321
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2115 Tesoro Pl
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2614 E 20th StFarmington, NM 87401
713 Acoma Pl
AztecNM87410
1604 N Municipal Dr
FarmingtonNM87401
337 Rd 3050, Unit Tiny House
337 Rd 3050
AztecNM87410
302 E 18th St
FarmingtonNM87401
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Apex Studios
1800 W Aztec BlvdAztec, NM 87410
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$1,172 - $1,251
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 5Residences at Durango
21382 Highway 160Durango, CO 81303
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Roost
801 Camino del RioDurango, CO 81303
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Red Cliff
5800 Main AveDurango, CO 81301
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401 Nelson AveFarmington, NM 87401
266 E 200 S
BlandingUT84511
824 Vine Ave
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6000 Mancos Ln
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408 E Comanche St
FarmingtonNM87401
304 N Rio Grande Ave
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6 Co Rd 6256
KirtlandNM87417
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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 | $1,352 | $1,150 | $1,700 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $900 | $7,754 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,737 | $1,426 | $10,000+ |
| Cortez 4 Bedroom Apartments | $26,340 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cortez, CO
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cortez, CO area range in price from $1,055 to $1,800 with an overall median price of $1,800. The three Cortez neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chamberlin's at $1,055, Coffins at $1,055, and Cortez Park at $1,055. 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 | $1,800 | $1,055 | 4 |
| Coffins | $1,800 | $1,055 | 4 |
| Cortez Park | $1,800 | $1,055 | 4 |
| Mcbride | $1,800 | $1,055 | 4 |
| Western | $1,800 | $1,055 | 4 |
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. River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. 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 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Nova – Type 2/2A | 1BR,1BA | $1,791 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CO and Nearby
As of June 13, 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 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 Model at 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 starting at $2,700 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Hawks Nest 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. |
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| 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B | 1261 Galaxy Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 | 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Intuition – Type 6/6A | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Apex Studios | Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio ,1BA | $3.82 |
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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)
5 out of 10
Montezuma-Cortez High School
Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (601)
3 out of 10
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Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (533)
6 out of 10
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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 Apex Studios listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,250 at Apex Studios.
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 $1,989 at Gauge.
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