
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Lakes Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (39 Rentals)
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10821 Larry Dr

4763 E 131st Pl, Unit 7, Unit 7

2282 E 111th Dr

900 E 112th Pl, Unit 1

11646 Lincoln St

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Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments

2282 E 111th Dr

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Vega

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Oslo

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Reserve at Northglenn

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Magnolia Ridge

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Avana Eastlake

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Haven 124 at Eastlake Station

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Keystone

Hawthorne Hill

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Heritage at Stone Mountain

Promenade at Hunters Glen

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Arbour Square

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Village at Thorncreek

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Madison Park
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Carrick Bend

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Arbour Commons

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Red Hawk Ranch

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Curate at Orchard Town Center

Beacon House

Heights on Huron

12173 Melody Dr

12103 N Melody Dr
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Echo Ridge at North Hills

12133 N Melody Dr

12267 Forest Way
Cottonwood Lakes, Denver, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,720 | $1,199 | $2,458 |
| Cottonwood Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $820 | $3,096 |
| Cottonwood Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $1,321 | $5,908 |
| Cottonwood Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $1,736 | $5,690 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cottonwood Lakes Neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood Lakes area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments priced from $999. Vega has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,041. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood Lakes apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments | Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Vega | Atlas | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 676 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| Junegrass Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 x 1 - Partial | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | Candlewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Oslo | 1BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
| Highland Way Apartments | 1 bedroom with in-unit W/D for only $1,249/month! | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Reserve at Northglenn | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,251 |
| Webster Lake Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Lakes, CO
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood Lakes area is the $1.71 price per square foot Garnet Model at Madison Park in the in the Eastlake neighborhood starting from $1,640. The second greatest value Cottonwood Lakes apartment is the B2R Model at Echo Ridge at North Hills starting at $1,599 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Northglenn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Madison Park | Garnet | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Echo Ridge at North Hills | B2R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
| Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments | Primrose | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Reserve at Northglenn | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Hawthorne Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | River Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Oslo | 1BD, 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 660 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Skyview Apartment Homes | Design 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 x 1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCottonwood Lakes, Denver, CO
Ranked #91
Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cottonwood Lakes, Denver, CO
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood Lakes is at Village at Thorncreek listed at $1,434.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Lakes Apartment is $999 at Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood Lakes is starting from $1,321 at Aspen Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Park Apartments and starts from $2,041.
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