
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Denver Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Denver area of Denver.


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Southwest Denver, Denver, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Denver?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Denver Studio Apartments | $1,576 | $1,294 | $2,264 |
| Southwest Denver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $950 | $2,503 |
| Southwest Denver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,195 | $3,236 |
| Southwest Denver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,700 | $3,355 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Denver Neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Denver Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Denver area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartments priced from $875. Federal Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Southwest Denver apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill Apartments | FT 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Federal Terrace Apartments | FT 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Live On South Federal | FT 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | FT 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Kimberly Arms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Denver, CO
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Denver area is the $1.53 price per square foot EC 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Elm Creek Apartments in the in the Southwest Denver neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Southwest Denver apartment is the 2 Beds| 1 Bath A Model at Avon North Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Southwest Denver neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Denver apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Creek Apartments | EC 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Avon North Apartments | 2 Beds| 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Hill Apartments | TH 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Williamsburg Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cornell Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Mansard Square Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | TA 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Live On South Federal | TA 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Federal Terrace Apartments | FT 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Royal Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Denver Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Denver Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Denver Apartment is $875 at The Hill Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Denver Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Denver is starting from $1,249 at Cornell Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest Denver Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Denver Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Orchard Glen Apartments and starts from $1,730.
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