Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $600 (50 Rentals)

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Terrace Plaza Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Plaza Apartments

1912 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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Josephine Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Josephine Apartments

2155 S Josephine StDenver, CO 80210
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RM1640
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

RM1640

1640 S Albion StDenver, CO 80222
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Topaz Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Topaz Apartments

1961-1967 S Josephine StDenver, CO 80210
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1520 S Albion
1 Bedroom Apartments

1520 S Albion

1520 S Albion StDenver, CO 80222
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Concord
1 Bedroom Apartments

Concord

2459 S York StDenver, CO 80210
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Camelot Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Apartments

4150 E Iowa StDenver, CO 80222
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The Heritage House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Heritage House

2580 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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Aspen West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen West

2411 S Gaylord StDenver, CO 80210

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1588 S Albion
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1588 S Albion

1588 S Albion StDenver, CO 80222
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The Carriage House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carriage House

2565 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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Montmartre
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montmartre

4225 E Mexico AveDenver, CO 80222
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Harvin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harvin Apartments

2101 E Harvard AveDenver, CO 80210
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1594 S Albion
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1594 S Albion

1594 S Albion StDenver, CO 80222
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2340 S Race St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2340 S Race St

2340 S Race StDenver, CO 80210
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The Avalon
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Avalon

2075 S Josephine StDenver, CO 80210
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Arise Denver
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Arise Denver

2358 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210

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Trivium
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trivium

2105-2155 Buchtel BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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Da Vinci Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Da Vinci Apartments

1675 S Birch StDenver, CO 80222
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Korsakov Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Korsakov Apartments

1625 S Birch StDenver, CO 80222
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Asbury Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Asbury Heights

2000 S York StDenver, CO 80210
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The Dolphin Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Dolphin Apartments

2390 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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DeMedici Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

DeMedici Apartments

4295 E Mexico AveDenver, CO 80222
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Pioneer
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pioneer

2156 S University BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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East Evans Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Evans Apartments

2375 E Evans AveDenver, CO 80210
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University Park, Denver, CO Local Guide

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 Plaza West priced from $895. South Josephine Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Denver, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Plaza WestStudio AStudio,1BA$895
South Josephine ApartmentsStudio, Very Low Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$930
Cherry Plaza Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$950
RM16401 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$995
The JewellRuby1BR,1BA$999
Topaz Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Maple Leaf ApartmentsMaple 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Concord1 Bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,055
Mondrian ColoradoStudioStudio,1BA$1,065
1588 S Albion1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, CO

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.59 price per square foot 3 x 2.5 Model at Brownstone Manor in the in the Belcaro neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 2x1 Renovated Model at Parklane Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brownstone Manor3 x 2.53BR,2.5BA$1.59
Parklane Apartments2x1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.50
1594 S Albion2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.71
University Lofts2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.27
Peak 541 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.72
Harvin ApartmentsHarvin 1x11BR,1BA$1.68
2340 S Race St1x11BR,1BA$1.77
Cherry Plaza Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.58
RM16401 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.66
The JewellRuby1BR,1BA$1.74

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Denver, CO

Ranked #134

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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 $1,095.

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 $950, while the average apartment in University Park costs $2,606.

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 47 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 $701 which is $1,905 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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