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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Roost
801 Camino del RioDurango, CO 81303
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO from $600 (7 Rentals)
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidences at Durango
21382 Highway 160Durango, CO 81303
196 Canyon Dr
DurangoCO81301
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Lumien Apartments
3190 E Animas Village DrDurango, CO 81301
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Buckskin Charlie Apartments
172 Buckskin Charlie DrIgnacio, CO 81137
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Mountain Sun
1206 Florida RdDurango, CO 81301
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Lightner Creek Village
20310 Highway 160Durango, CO 81303
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La Plata County, CO Local Guide
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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 | $1,280 | $1,123 | $1,475 |
| La Plata County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $1,200 | $2,175 |
| La Plata County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,529 | $1,450 | $2,845 |
| La Plata County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,427 | $2,000 | $8,875 |
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Cheapest Available La Plata County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata County, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Buckskin Charlie Apartments priced from $835. River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,123. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckskin Charlie Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,123 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio,1BA | $1,172 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata County, CO
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Plata County area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1261 Galaxy Dr Model at 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B in the in the Hawks Nest neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value La Plata County apartment is the 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 Model at 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 starting at $2,700 with a $2.56 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B | 1261 Galaxy Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 | 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Intuition | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 8147 County Road 203, Unit 2nd Floor apt | 8147 County Road 203 | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rocket Pointe | A1-Fuji | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Buckskin Charlie Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Red Cliff Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-60 | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
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 $2,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Plata County?
The cheapest apartment in La Plata County is Buckskin Charlie Apartments which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in La Plata County costs $2,700.
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 1 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 $183 which is $2,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Plata County.
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