Cheap Homes for Rent in CBD Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $400 (18 Rentals)

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property at 840 Emerson St

$850

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$850

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$850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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840 Emerson St, Unit 6

840 Emerson St
DenverCO80218
property at 1196 N Grant St

$900 - $1,300

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$900

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$900

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1196 N Grant St

DenverCO80203
property at 1243 N Washington St

$975

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$959
Required Monthly Fees
$16

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$975

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 1243 N Washington St

$975

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$959
Required Monthly Fees
$16

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$975

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 855 Pennsylvania St

$995

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$995

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$995

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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855 Pennsylvania St

DenverCO80203
property at 867 N Ogden St

$995 - $2,695

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$995

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$995

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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867 N Ogden St

DenverCO80218
property at 1415 N Pearl St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

1415 N Pearl St

DenverCO80203
property at 1650 N Pearl St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 0.75 Bath Condo for Rent

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1650 N Pearl St

DenverCO80203

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

property at 729 W 9th Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 14

729 W 9th Ave

DenverCO80204
property at 1020 15th St

$1,300 - $2,800

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$1,300

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$1,300

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1020 15th St

DenverCO80202
property at 1125 N Washington St

$1,195 - $1,455

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$1,455

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$1,455

1 Bedroom Rentals

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property at 2306 Glenarm Pl

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2306 Glenarm Pl

DenverCO80205

CBD, Denver, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available CBD Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the CBD area of Denver, CO is a Studio unit found at The Jack Kerouac priced from $694. The Crest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $744. Here are the most affordable CBD apartments for rent in Denver, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Jack KerouacStudioStudio,1BA$694
The CrestStudioStudio,1BA$744
The JeffersonStudioStudio,1BA$789
WinbroStudioStudio,1BA$789
1027 Washington StreetStudioStudio,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in CBD, CO

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the CBD area is the $1.61 price per square foot Two Bedroom C (80%) Model at Park Avenue West in the in the Lower Downtown Denver neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value CBD apartment is the 2bed 1 bath Model at 1143 Logan St starting at $1,495 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the CBD neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for CBD apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Avenue WestTwo Bedroom C (80%)2BR,1BA$1.61
1143 Logan St2bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.46
The Apartments at Denver PlaceWELTON1BR,1BA$1.50
Residences at Capitol HeightsHumboldt2BR,1BA$1.61
The KentomOne Bedroom Plus1BR,1BA$0.99
The Ogden Arms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.59
The Grant-Lee1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.54
Concord House1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Logan Flats1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.53
The Birney Apartments1x1 The Central1BR,1BA$1.48

The Essential Guide to Denver Neighborhoods for Employees of Lockheed Martin, DIA, and Deloitte

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Student Renter's Ultimate Guide to Picking the Perfect Denver Neighborhood to Rent

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cbd, Denver, CO

Ranked #13

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about CBD

What type of rentals are currently available in CBD?

There are currently 728 Apartments for Rent in CBD, CO with pricing that ranges from $733 to $29,678. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in CBD ranging from $435 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in CBD?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in CBD ranges from $435 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,944.

Expert Rental Resources

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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