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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Denver Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Denver area of Denver.
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$899 - $1,6151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Live On South Federal
2775 S Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80236
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$995 - $1,5951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cornell Apartments
2930 W Cornell AveDenver, CO 80236
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$875 - $1,299Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avon North Apartments
2850 S Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80236
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$1,325 - $2,2601 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Orchard Glen Apartments
3131 W Mexico AveDenver, CO 80219
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$885 - $1,1951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mansard Square Apartments
3080 W Iliff AveDenver, CO 80219
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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 | $1,625 | $1,384 | $1,719 |
| Southwest Denver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $875 | $2,005 |
| Southwest Denver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $999 | $2,589 |
| Southwest Denver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $1,800 | $3,293 |
| Southwest Denver 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
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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 Avon North Apartments priced from $875. Mansard Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Southwest Denver apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avon North Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mansard Square Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Live On South Federal | Federal Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Federal Terrace Apartments | Federal Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Hill Apartments | Federal Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Denver, CO
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Denver area is the $1.65 price per square foot Elm Creek 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Elm Creek Apartments in the in the Southwest Denver neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Southwest Denver apartment is the 2X1 Model at Avon North Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.57 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. |
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| Elm Creek Apartments | Elm Creek 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Avon North Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Orchard Glen Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Cornell Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Mansard Square Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Live On South Federal | The Hill 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| The Hill Apartments | The Hill 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Federal Terrace Apartments | Federal Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | The Hill 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Kimberly Arms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Getting Around the Southwest Denver Neighborhood in Denver, CO
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Denver Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Denver?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Denver is under $1,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Denver?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Denver is Avon North Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Southwest Denver costs $2,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 11 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Denver?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Denver have an average cost of $273 which is $2,652 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Denver.
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