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property at 2860 S Golden Way
$596 - $650

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6 Month Lease Term
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2860 S Golden Way

DenverCO80227
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property at 3030 W Kentucky Ave
$600 - $800

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Base Rent$600 - $800

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9 Month Lease Term
Studio To 1 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent
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3030 W Kentucky Ave

DenverCO80219
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property at 2300 Lima St
$665

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Base Rent$665

Total Monthly Price$665
6 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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2300 Lima St, Unit 4

2300 Lima St
AuroraCO80010
property at 2137 S Vallejo St
$697

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Base Rent$697

Total Monthly Price$697
6 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2137 S Vallejo St, Unit 3

2137 S Vallejo St
EnglewoodCO80110
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property at 1726 Franklin St
$750

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Base Rent$750

Total Monthly Price$750
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1726 Franklin St

DenverCO80218
property at 655 N Pearl St
$780

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Base Rent$780

Total Monthly Price$780
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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655 N Pearl St

DenverCO80203
property at 1110 N Clarkson St
$800

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Base Rent$800

Total Monthly Price$800
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1110 N Clarkson St

DenverCO80218

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property at 9210 Meade St
$825

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Base Rent$825

Total Monthly Price$825
8 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent
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9210 Meade St

WestminsterCO80031

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property at 1530 N Downing St
$850

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Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1530 N Downing St

DenverCO80218
property at 5721 W 92nd Ave #84
$850

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Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
6 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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5721 W 92nd Ave #84, Unit 1

5721 W 92nd Ave #84
WestminsterCO80031
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property at 9315 W 53rd Ave
$850

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Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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9315 W 53rd Ave, Unit 1

9315 W 53rd Ave
ArvadaCO80002
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property at 9293 W Prentice Ave
$850

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Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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9293 W Prentice Ave

LittletonCO80123
property at 1759 S Broadway
$875

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Base Rent$875

Total Monthly Price$875
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 10
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1759 S Broadway

DenverCO80210

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Denver, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Denver, CO

Pricing Updated: 09/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Denver, CO area range in price from $600 to $29,746 with an overall median price of $1,843. The three Denver neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brighton Manor at $955, Sheraton Park at $955, and Brighton Gardens at $965. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Denver Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brighton Manor$955$90515
Sheraton Park$955$90515
Brighton Gardens$965$90516
Ruby Hill$1,122$7954
Southeast$1,199$93964
North Lawn Gardens$1,218$60056
Goldsmith$1,258$920112
Washington Virginia Vale$1,281$871319
College Crest$1,296$60056
North Lowell Heights$1,296$60056

Cheapest Available Denver Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Denver, CO is a Studio unit found at Francis Heights Senior Living Community in the Auraria neighborhood priced from $650. Benedict Park Place in the CBD neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $654. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Denver apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Francis Heights Senior Living CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$650
Benedict Park PlacePhase 3 Antero3BR,2BA$654
The AdeleStudioStudio,1BA$689
Palisade ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
The Tiffany0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$699
Plaza West0x1Studio,1BA$700
Maplewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$722
Governor's Park WestStudiosStudio,1BA$749
Monte VistaStudio VistaStudio,1BA$749
WinbroStudioStudio,1BA$769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Denver, CO

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Denver area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Sunset Ridge in the in the Parkdale at Hylands neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Denver apartment is the 2 bedroom, 2 bath Model at Larimer 35 starting at $1,934 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Five Points neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Denver apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunset Ridge2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Larimer 352 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.96
Allison Pointe4x2 Townhouse4BR,2BA$1.07
13060 N Highland Circle1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.92
138622BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.02
The Bentley2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
1200 Colorado2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.29
University LoftsIndividual 1 Bed (2bd, 1ba)2BR,1BA$1.27
Paloma Villas1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
1695 Clinton St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.24

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Denver, CO Area Reviews

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February 25, 2025

If 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 Denver

What type of rentals are currently available in Denver?

There are currently 6530 Apartments for Rent in Denver, CO with pricing that ranges from $600 to $29,746. There are also 2319 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Denver ranging from $255 to $20,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Denver ranges from $255 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,576.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Denver?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Denver range from $600 to $29,746, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $8,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $755.

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