Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $600 (68 Rentals)

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Park Josephine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Josephine

2250 S Josephine StDenver, CO 80210
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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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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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Josephine Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Josephine Apartments

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

Harvin Apartments

2101 E Harvard AveDenver, CO 80210
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Trivium
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trivium

2105-2155 Buchtel BlvdDenver, CO 80210
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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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Camelot Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Apartments

4150 E Iowa StDenver, CO 80222
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Aspen West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen West

2411 S Gaylord StDenver, CO 80210
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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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Dolphin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dolphin

2390 S University BlvdDenver, 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 South Josephine Apartments priced from $845. Park Josephine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Denver, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Josephine ApartmentsStudio, Very Low Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$845
Park JosephineStudioStudio,1BA$885
Plaza WestStudio CStudio,1BA$895
Race Street Apartments1X11BR,1BA$895
Berkshire Apartments1 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$895
The JewellSmall 1 Bed1BR,1BA$899
Cherry Plaza Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$900
RM16401BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$918
1594 S Albion1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
1588 S Albion1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, CO

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2x1 Renovated Model at Parklane Apartments in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Cherry Plaza Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Southeast Denver 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.
Parklane Apartments2x1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.45
Cherry Plaza Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.53
University Lofts2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.27
Harvin ApartmentsHarvin 1x11BR,1BA$1.42
The WellshireStudio BStudio ,1BA$1.70
Race Street Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.49
Maple Leaf ApartmentsMaple 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70
1520 S Albion1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.77
TriviumStudioStudio ,1BA$1.77
RM16401 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Denver, CO

Ranked #137

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 $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?

The cheapest apartment in University Park is Berkshire Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in University Park costs $4,260.

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 58 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 $1,040 which is $3,220 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.

Expert Rental Resources

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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