
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO from $500 (19 Rentals)
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La Plata County, CO Local Guide

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 | $1,205 | $558 | $1,555 |
| La Plata County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $593 | $1,980 |
| La Plata County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $655 | $2,424 |
| La Plata County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $698 | $2,837 |
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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 Residences at Durango in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $1,175. River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,219. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| River Roost | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,219 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Riverbridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Plata County area is the $2.03 price per square foot Riparion 2 BR, 2 BA Model at Confluence At Three Springs in the starting from $2,083. The second greatest value La Plata County apartment is the B1 Model at Skyline Apartments starting at $2,175 with a $2.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Confluence At Three Springs | Riparion 2 BR, 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Skyline Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Gauge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 1768 1/2 W 3rd Ave | 1768 1/2 W 3rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Riverbridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Red Cliff | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| River Roost | A1F | Studio ,1BA | $4.91 |
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 $2,175.
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 $1,299, while the average apartment in La Plata County costs $2,175.
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 32 regular apartments in La Plata 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 La Plata County?
Cheap apartments in La Plata County have an average cost of $596 which is $1,579 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Plata County.
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