
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Lakewood, CO from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+

The Pines Apartments

Allied Apartments

Green Mountain Apartments

688 Miller Ct

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12121 W Nevada Dr

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1600 Hoyt

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740 Moore St

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10500 W 8th Ave

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10687 6th Pl
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The McKenize Apartments

10620 W 8th Ave

717 Oak St
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735 Miller Ct

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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 | $1,535 | $525 | $2,260 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $945 | $5,165 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $950 | $3,426 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,449 | $5,336 |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $2,175 | $2,299 |
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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 $995. 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 | S2 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Allied Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Green Mountain Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Oak Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Mountain Vista | Eldora | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| Ridgemoor Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,249 |
| Eagle Crest | 1/1U | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| 1600 Hoyt | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CO
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.65 price per square foot 9537 W Alameda Ave Model at 9537 W Alameda Ave, Unit 9537 in the in the Alameda Avenue neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the EA-2x2(990) Model at Edelweiss Apartments starting at $1,640 with a $1.66 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9537 W Alameda Ave, Unit 9537 | 9537 W Alameda Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Edelweiss Apartments | EA-2x2(990) | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Union Square Apartments | US-2x2(940) | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Ascend at Red Rocks | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 12366 West Nevada Place, Unit Unit 104 | 12366 West Nevada Place | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| St. Moritz Apartments | 1x1 - 2nd/3rd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Eagle Crest | 1/1U | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Allied Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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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 $1,299.
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 $2,237.
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 21 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 $179 which is $2,058 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Square.
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