
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Colfax Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $400 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Colfax area of Denver.


The Everett

The Elements at Sloans Lake

Mile High Place

1523 Quitman St

1444 Stuart St

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Sienna on Sloan's Lake

1540 N Raleigh St

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Regatta Sloans Lake

The Grove West

Treeline Denver

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Alta Sloans Lake
West Colfax, Denver, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Colfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Colfax Studio Apartments | $1,534 | $431 | $2,469 |
| West Colfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $795 | $3,599 |
| West Colfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,350 | $8,450 |
| West Colfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $1,707 | $2,620 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Colfax Neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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Cheapest Available West Colfax Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Colfax area of Denver, CO is a Studio unit found at The Irving at Mile High Vista priced from $676. The Elements at Sloans Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,158. Here are the most affordable West Colfax apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Irving at Mile High Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $676 |
| The Elements at Sloans Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,158 |
| Signalmen | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 1515 Flats | L1 - Colfax | Studio,1BA | $1,229 |
| The Sloan | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Flats at Sloan's Lake West | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Sienna on Sloan's Lake | One Bedroom 11B - 11F | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Luxe at Mile High | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Flats at Sloan's Lake East | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Grove West | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Colfax, CO
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Colfax area is the $1.79 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at The Grove West in the in the Colfax neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value West Colfax apartment is the A1FB Model at Cirrus starting at $1,779 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Colfax neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Colfax apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove West | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Cirrus | A1FB | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Mile High Apartments at Sloan's Lake | A1 - light floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Sloan | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Flats at Sloan's Lake West | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Irving at Mile High Vista | 1 - bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Flats at Sloan's Lake East | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Mile High Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Alta Sloans Lake | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| The Elements at Sloans Lake | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
Getting Around the West Colfax Neighborhood in Denver, CO
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 West Colfax Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Colfax?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Colfax is under $1,305.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Colfax?
The cheapest apartment in West Colfax is Signalmen which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in West Colfax costs $2,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Colfax?
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 7 regular apartments in West Colfax that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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