Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Denver Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $500 (693 Rentals)

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property at 1150 N Downing St

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1150 N Downing St

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The Jefferson
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$793 - $1,320
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$783 - $1,310
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The Jefferson

1626 Logan StDenver, CO 80203
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At the River
$795 - $895
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At the River

1725 W Mosier PlDenver, CO 80223
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The Quayle
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$800 - $1,620
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$800 - $1,620

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$800 - $1,620
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The Quayle

49 W First AveDenver, CO 80203
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The Adele
$805 - $1,375
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$805 - $1,375

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$805 - $1,375
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The Adele

1915 Sherman StDenver, CO 80203
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Grant Place
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$809 - $1,555
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$799 - $1,545
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Grant Place

321 E 18th AveDenver, CO 80203
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Capitol Square Apartments
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$810 - $2,592
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$810 - $2,592

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$810 - $2,592
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Capitol Square Apartments

1275 N Sherman StDenver, CO 80203
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Park Hill Station
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$810 - $2,247
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$810 - $2,247

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$810 - $2,247
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Park Hill Station

4055 N AlbionDenver, CO 80216
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Winbro
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$849 - $1,150
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$839 - $1,140
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Winbro

1620 Grant StDenver, CO 80203
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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.

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Robert Frost
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$874 - $1,955
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$864 - $1,945
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Robert Frost

1001 N Sherman StDenver, CO 80203
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The Detroit
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$889 - $2,095
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$879 - $2,085
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The Detroit

1504 Detroit StDenver, CO 80206
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Kenilworth Court
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$894 - $1,490
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$884 - $1,480
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Kenilworth Court

1560 Downing StDenver, CO 80218
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Belmore Apartments
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$894 - $2,245
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$884 - $2,235
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Belmore Apartments

1203 Emerson StDenver, CO 80218
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The Glenwood
$894 - $1,985
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$884 - $1,975
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The Glenwood

1280 Albion StDenver, CO 80220
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1651 Washington
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$899 - $1,565
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$889 - $1,555
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1651 Washington

1651 Washington StDenver, CO 80203
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The Lafayette
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$899 - $1,480
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$889 - $1,470
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The Lafayette

1575 Lafayette StDenver, CO 80218
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property at 1138 Corona St

$905 - $1,095

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$895
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1138 Corona St

DenverCO80218
property at 1138 Corona St

$905 - $1,095

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1138 Corona St

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Lincoln Heights
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$909 - $1,320
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$854 - $1,265
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Lincoln Heights

1000 Lincoln StDenver, CO 80203
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Emily Dickinson
$914 - $1,400
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$859 - $1,345
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Emily Dickinson

1015 N Sherman StDenver, CO 80203
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
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$919 - $1,455
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$864 - $1,400
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Nathaniel Hawthorne

1045 N Sherman StDenver, CO 80203
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property at 1329 N Grant St

$925

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$925

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1329 N Grant St

DenverCO80203
property at 1450 N Clarkson St

$925

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$925

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$925

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1450 N Clarkson St

DenverCO80218

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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1200 Colorado
$949 - $1,860
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$939 - $1,850
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1200 Colorado BlvdDenver, CO 80206
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property at 1431 N Pearl St

$975 - $1,295

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$975

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1431 N Pearl St

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property at 1140 N Downing St

$895 - $985

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$950
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1140 N Downing St

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Peak 54
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$995 - $1,565
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$995 - $1,565

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Peak 54

4185 E Florida AveDenver, CO 80222
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WestEnd
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$999 - $1,520
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$989 - $1,510
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1042 Logan StDenver, CO 80203
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property at 1469 N Williams St

$999

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$999

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$999

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1469 N Williams St

DenverCO80218

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Downtown Denver, Denver, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Denver Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Denver area of Denver, CO is a Studio unit found at The Jack Kerouac priced from $664. The Crest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Downtown Denver apartments for rent in Denver, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Jack KerouacStudioStudio,1BA$664
The CrestStudioStudio,1BA$699
Palisade ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$755
Skylark ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$774
The JeffersonStudioStudio,1BA$793
The QuayleStudio-SternerStudio,1BA$800
The AdeleStudioStudio,1BA$805
Grant Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$809
Harcourt ArmsStudioStudio,1BA$814
The MarinerStudioStudio,1BA$829

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Denver, CO

As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Denver area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2 bedroom, 2 bath Model at Larimer 35 in the in the Five Points neighborhood starting from $2,134. The second greatest value Downtown Denver apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2880 Harrison St starting at $2,195 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Skyland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Denver apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Larimer 352 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.05
2880 Harrison St3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.29
1330 S Grant St, Unit Attic1330 S Grant St1BR,1BA$0.80
Villas3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.81
1289 W Custer Pl, Unit 1289 W Custer Place1289 W Custer Pl1BR,1BA$1.10
The KentomOne Bedroom Plus1BR,1BA$1.06
Redi High Street1 BR 1 B1BR,1BA$1.29
The Grant-Lee1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Concord House1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
The Birney Apartments1x1 The Central1BR,1BA$1.48

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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
Downtown Denver, Denver, CO

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Colorado and customized analysis for Central Denver, CO. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Denver Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Denver?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Denver is under $829.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Denver?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Denver is Grant Place which is listed at $809, while the average apartment in Downtown Denver costs $3,032.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 244 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Denver?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Denver have an average cost of $296 which is $2,736 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Denver.

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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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