
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Lakewood, CO from $500 (56 Rentals)
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12472 W Mississippi Ave, Unit Bedroom2

Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+

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The Pines Apartments

9153 W Cedar Dr

688 Miller Ct

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Mountain Vista

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Ridgemoor Apartment Homes

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Timberleaf Apartments

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740 Moore St

730 Moore St

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Green Mountain Apartments

The Meridian at Lakewood

1600 Hoyt

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Glen at Lakewood

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St. Moritz Apartments

Parkview Terrace

Ascend at Red Rocks

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Silver Reef

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Beacon 85

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Americana Lakewood Apartments

761 Oak St

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1393 S Foothill Dr, Unit Studio Apt

Bluesky Landing

Elevate at Red Rocks

Maplewood Apartments - INCOME RESTRICTED

Eiber Village Affordable Senior Living 62+

10500 W 8th Ave
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180 Estes St

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10687 6th Pl

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1690 Swadley St

Indy Street Flats

633 Oak St, Unit 5

10620 W 8th Ave

717 Oak St

211 Wright St

South Majestic

761 Oak St

1088 Miller Street

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Union Square, Lakewood, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square Studio Apartments | $1,555 | $525 | $2,885 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $945 | $3,095 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $950 | $3,715 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $1,395 | $5,463 |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $2,199 | $2,199 |
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Cheapest Available Union Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Square area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $945. The Pines Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $996. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| The Pines Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $996 |
| Mountain Vista | Eldora | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Ridgemoor Apartment Homes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,196 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| Green Mountain Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| The Meridian at Lakewood | *** $1250.00 *** THE MERIDIAN AT LAKEWOOD APAR... | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1600 Hoyt | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,312 |
| Copperwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CO
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.54 price per square foot C1 Model at Timberleaf Apartments in the in the North Kipling neighborhood starting from $1,729. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the EA-2x2(990) Model at Edelweiss Apartments starting at $1,625 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Union Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberleaf Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Edelweiss Apartments | EA-2x2(990) | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Eagle Crest | 2/1U | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Union Square Apartments | US-2x2(940) | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Ascend at Red Rocks | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Ridgemoor Apartment Homes | A5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Boardwalk Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Copperwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Meridian at Lakewood | *** $1250.00 *** THE MERIDIAN AT LAKEWOOD APAR... | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Lakewood. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union Square is under $1,315.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union Square?
The cheapest apartment in Union Square is Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Union Square costs $2,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union Square?
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 Union Square 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 Union Square?
Cheap apartments in Union Square have an average cost of $210 which is $2,140 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Square.
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