
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Paso County, CO from $400 (400 Rentals)
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Bentley Commons

11 West | Student Housing

6435 Chantilly Pl, Unit Chantilly

5105 Stone Fence Dr, Unit 5105 Stone Fence Dr

Pinewood Apartments

Incline Apartments

Airlan Arms

The Montelena

The Lofts at Rock Vue
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6435 Chantilly Pl

Summit Creek Apartments

4470 E Pikes Peak Ave

4450 E Pikes Peak Ave

4440 E Pikes Peak Ave

4490 E Pikes Peak Ave

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Park at Penrose Apartments

Marmont Springs Apartments

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Pikes Place on San Miguel

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Pine Crest
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Garden Pines

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Fir Tree

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Arbor Pointe Apartments

Mountain Pointe Apartments

208 Custer Ave, Unit Bedroom 2

Sedona Ridge Apartments

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Fountain Oaks Apartments

Regal Estates

3960 Galley Rd

Sienna Place
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Alta Apartments

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Autumn Lane Apartments

The Haven at Academy

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Oakridge on the Green

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Newport Square

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Lincoln Springs

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Wind River Place

Rosewood Apartments

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Peak View
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Gardens at Hidden Creek Apartments

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315 E St Vrain St, Unit #4, Unit #4

942 E Las Animas St, Unit Cabin

4480 E Pikes Peak Ave

4410 E Pikes Peak Ave

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8659 Chancellor Dr

Beverly Place

214 S Wahsatch Ave

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Aspire Palmer Park

Ascent Apartments
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El Paso County, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Paso County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso County Studio Apartments | $1,299 | $725 | $2,800 |
| El Paso County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $600 | $6,229 |
| El Paso County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $588 | $5,730 |
| El Paso County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $525 | $8,485 |
| El Paso County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,857 | $499 | $5,708 |
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Cheapest Available El Paso County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Paso County, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Cottages at Aero Park in the Deerfield Hills neighborhood priced from $35. Bentley Commons in the Deerfield Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $588. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Paso County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages at Aero Park | 1x1 - 624 sqft - A4 | 1BR,1BA | $35 |
| Bentley Commons | One Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $588 |
| 11 West | Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $599 |
| Pinewood Apartments | 520 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Southgate Commons | 1 Bedroom - No Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Airlan Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $743 |
| The Montelena | Studio | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Kalo Four Seasons | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Summit Creek Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Park at Penrose Apartments | 1X1 (80 AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $771 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Paso County, CO
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Paso County area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Aspen Townhomes in the in the Eastborough neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value El Paso County apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 11 West | Student Housing starting at $769 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Venetian Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Paso County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 11 West | Student Housing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Shadow Wood Chalet | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Regal Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Park at Whispering Pines | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Union Blvd Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2x1 LVT | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Hyde Park North | St. James | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cottages at Aero Park | 1x1 - 624 sqft - A4 | 1BR,1BA | $0.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Paso County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in El Paso County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in El Paso County is under $771.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Paso County?
The cheapest apartment in El Paso County is Cottages at Aero Park which is listed at $35, while the average apartment in El Paso County costs $2,779.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Paso County?
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 325 regular apartments in El Paso County 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 El Paso County?
Cheap apartments in El Paso County have an average cost of $195 which is $2,584 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Paso County.
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