
Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Denver, CO from $500 (352 Rentals)
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Robert Frost

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Mosaic Community Campus

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Park Hill Station

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Grace Apartments

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Lincoln Heights

Cherry Plaza Apartments

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20 S. Pearl Street

39 North

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Noco Flats

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Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Asbury Plaza

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Courtyard at Cherry Creek

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The Collective Glendale

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Altair Apartments

Kimberly Arms

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The Detroit

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The Franklin Roosevelt Apartments
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960 Pearl St

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Avon North Apartments

All Saints Apartments

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Sage at Panorama

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The Avantus

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Raven

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Bo Apartments

Corona Manor

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Peak 54

1601 Colorado
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The Leetonia

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The Kentom

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Stone Garden on Birch

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Mark Twain

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1027 Washington Street

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The Harper

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1455 N High St St Charles Apartments

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The Everett

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594-598 S Lincoln

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Metropolitan Apartments at Cheesman Park

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The Arlington

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RiDE at RiNo

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Welton Park

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The Pines

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840 Cherry

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Cranes Landing

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The Capri Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Denver?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Studio Apartments | $1,578 | $650 | $7,285 |
| Denver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Denver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Denver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,912 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Denver 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Denver 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $2,250 | $4,720 |
| Denver 6 Bedroom Apartments | $17,259 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Denver, CO Area Reviews
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February 25, 2025If you love sunshine and beautiful outdoor spaces, consider Denver. Parks dot the city and it's a short drive to amazing hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, and fly fishing. There is always something to do in Denver, from professional sports to comedians to shows on the stage. In addition, you can find delicious restauarants and each area has its own unique vibe. Visit different areas and see which one fits with your own unique personality. Get around by car or utilize the city's light rail or bus sytem. If you want to live without a car, that's possible in Denver. You can make this city what you want.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Denver Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Denver?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Denver is under $788.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Denver?
The cheapest apartment in Denver is Francis Heights Senior Living Community which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in Denver costs $3,189.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Denver?
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 16,776 regular apartments in Denver 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 Denver?
Cheap apartments in Denver have an average cost of $430 which is $2,759 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Denver.
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Mile High Value: The Renters' Guide to Denver’s Best Neighboring Cities
Written by: Marie McGinnis
The Denver metropolitan area has surpassed 3,000,000 residents. It is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, and for good reason. This city has so much to offer.

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Written by: Marie McGinnis
The cost of living is always an important consideration when relocating. Every person and family needs to know how far their dollar will stretch.

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Written by: Marie McGinnis
Nothing beats the fresh Colorado air and numerous sunny days. In Denver, nature meets big city living, and there is no shortage of things to do. Hi, I'm Marie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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