
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $600 (62 Rentals)
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The Jewell

Mondrian Colorado

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Race Street Apartments

2350 S Race St

The Griffin Apartments

2345 S Race St

2345-2347 S Race St
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Flats at DeBoer Park

2342 S Race St

University Station Senior

Colorado Station

2505 S University Blvd

2330 S University Blvd

2475 S Vine St

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1998 S Columbine St

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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 | $1,567 | $895 | $2,488 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $899 | $3,250 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,105 | $6,124 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $1,999 | $4,700 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,740 | $3,740 | $3,740 |
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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 Studio unit found at South Josephine Apartments priced from $845. Plaza West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Josephine Apartments | Studio, Very Low Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Plaza West | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Jewell | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Concord | 1 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| RM1640 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
| Berkshire Apartments | 1 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Topaz Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Mondrian Colorado | Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Cherry Plaza Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Race Street Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, CO
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 x 2.5 Model at Brownstone Manor in the in the Belcaro neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the B1 Model at The Wellshire starting at $1,821 with a $1.78 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Manor | 3 x 2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| The Wellshire | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Parklane Apartments | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1460 S Ash St | 1460 S Ash St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| University Lofts | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Maple Leaf Apartments | Maple 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Harvin Apartments | Harvin 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cherry Plaza Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Race Street Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| RM1640 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Park, 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 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 $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Park is The Jewell which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in University Park costs $3,740.
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 91 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 $1,421 which is $2,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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