
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Golden Neighborhood of Golden, CO from $695 (16 Rentals)
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Golden

The Residences at Fossil Point

1615 Washington Ave

510 24th St
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1410 Washington Ave.

607 14th St

1920 Jones Rd

508 Washington Ave
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1020 8th St

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Lewis Court Apartments
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Downtown Golden, Golden, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Golden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Golden Studio Apartments | $1,420 | $1,420 | $1,420 |
| Downtown Golden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $750 | $2,303 |
| Downtown Golden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,500 | $3,239 |
| Downtown Golden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,452 | $4,452 | $4,452 |
| Downtown Golden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $3,755 | $4,036 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Golden Neighborhood of Golden, CO.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Golden, CO
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Golden area is the $3.30 price per square foot Basecamp - Trek Model at Basecamp at West 8th in the Outer Lakewood West Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,278. The second greatest value Downtown Golden apartment is the Studio 1 bathroom Model at Golden in the East Old Golden Rd neighborhood starting at $1,420 with a $3.09 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Golden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basecamp at West 8th | Basecamp - Trek | 1BR, 1BA | $3.30 |
| Golden | Studio 1 bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $3.09 |
| 1621 Arapahoe St, Unit Room for rent | 1621 Arapahoe St | 1BR, 1BA | $4.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Golden Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Golden?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Golden is Golden which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Downtown Golden costs $2,209.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Golden?
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 5 regular apartments in Downtown Golden that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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