
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $600 (97 Rentals)
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Cherry Plaza Apartments

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The Jewell

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1594 S Albion

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Peak 54

Boulevard Park Apartments

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The Arlington

Arise Denver

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Mondrian Colorado

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Colorado Station
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4600 E Asbury Cir 512, Unit Bedroom A

2101 S Josephine St

1500 S Albion St, Unit 101

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The Griffin Apartments

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Topaz Apartments

University Station Senior

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1962 S Columbine St, Unit 6

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2330 S University Blvd

1922 S Columbine St

2348 S Race St
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Flats at DeBoer Park

2340 S Race St

2180 S Colorado Blvd, Unit 410

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2441 S. York St.

1620 Colorado Blvd

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Muse

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24 Place

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THE CAMERON

2030 S Williams St

2450 S University Blvd, Unit A2
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2475 S Vine St

Deco Apartments

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Viceroy Observatory Park

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24Fifty

The Arboretum

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One Observatory Park

2091 S Gilpin St

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Modera University Park

2180 S Colorado Blvd, Unit 301

2356 S Race St
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1888 S Jackson St, Unit 207

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Residences at University Hills

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2042 S Josephine St, Unit 3

2042 S Josephine St, Unit 3

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1888 S Jackson St, Unit 207

2500 S York St

Asbury Arms Apartments

Plaza West

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University Park, Denver, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,556 | $771 | $2,051 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $889 | $3,183 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $1,172 | $4,064 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,930 | $2,894 | $4,465 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
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There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Park Neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Plaza Apartments priced from $889. The Jewell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Plaza Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| The Jewell | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1520 S Albion | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| 1650 S Albion | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| 1588 S Albion | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $954 |
| 1594 S Albion | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| The Ramac Apartments | 1 Bed /1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Peak 54 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Boulevard Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Trivium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, CO
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $0.62 price per square foot 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Model at University House Denver in the in the Belcaro neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the B3 Model at The Wellshire starting at $2,003 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the University Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| University House Denver | 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.62 |
| The Wellshire | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Aspen Grove Condominiums | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 4600 E Asbury Cir 512, Unit Bedroom A | 4600 E Asbury Cir 512 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1650 S Albion | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Cherry Plaza Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Race Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| University Lofts | Individual 1 Bed (2bd, 1ba) | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1557 S Ash Street | South Ash 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1520 S Albion | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Colorado including University Park, Denver, and the greater Denver area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Park is under $1,009.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Park is Cherry Plaza Apartments which is listed at $889, while the average apartment in University Park costs $4,059.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?
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 44 regular apartments in University Park 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 University Park?
Cheap apartments in University Park have an average cost of $1,270 which is $2,789 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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