
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durango Neighborhood of Durango, CO from $500 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Durango area of Durango.


River Roost

Skyline Apartments

1322 Florida Rd
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Downtown Durango, Durango, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Durango?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Durango Studio Apartments | $1,128 | $558 | $1,223 |
| Downtown Durango 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $593 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Durango 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $626 | $2,186 |
| Downtown Durango 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $713 | $2,610 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Durango Neighborhood of Durango, CO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Durango Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Durango area of Durango, CO is a Studio unit found at River Roost priced from $1,098. Residences at Durango has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Downtown Durango apartments for rent in Durango, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,098 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Courthouse Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Durango, CO
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Durango area is the $2.79 price per square foot B1 Model at Skyline Apartments in the in the Hawks Nest neighborhood starting from $2,186. The second greatest value Downtown Durango apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Courthouse Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Hawks Nest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Durango apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyline Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Courthouse Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 2612 Borrego Dr, Unit Borrego Dr | 2612 Borrego Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Furnishsed | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Durango Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Durango?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Durango is under $2,186.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Durango?
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 20 regular apartments in Downtown Durango 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 Downtown Durango?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Durango have an average cost of $592 which is $1,594 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Durango.
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