
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO from $500 (20 Rentals)
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840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 206

425-427 E Lakeside Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Plata County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Plata County Studio Apartments | $1,174 | $558 | $1,998 |
| La Plata County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $558 | $2,500 |
| La Plata County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $626 | $3,400 |
| La Plata County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $713 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available La Plata County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata County, CO is a Studio unit found at River Roost in the Downtown Durango neighborhood priced from $998. Residences at Durango has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Courthouse Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Plata County area is the $2.94 price per square foot 736 Main Ave Model at 736 Main Ave, Unit F in the in the Hawks Nest neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value La Plata County apartment is the B1 Model at Skyline Apartments starting at $2,254 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Hawks Nest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Plata County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 736 Main Ave, Unit F | 736 Main Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Skyline Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Courthouse Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 206 | 840 Plymouth Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Plata County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in La Plata County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Plata County is under $2,254.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Plata County?
The cheapest apartment in La Plata County is Red Cliff which is listed at $1,353, while the average apartment in La Plata County costs $2,678.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Plata 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 15 regular apartments in La Plata County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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