
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Lakewood, CO from $500 (78 Rentals)
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Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+

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Greenway Apartments

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Ridgemoor Apartment Homes

Willow Glen Senior

720 Moore St

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Timberleaf Apartments

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Mountain Vista

Maplewood Apartments

12121 W Nevada Dr
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Green Mountain Apartments

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Notable

670 Miller Ct

Indy Street Flats

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The Pines Apartments

The Meridian at Lakewood

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1600 Hoyt

10450 W 8th Ave

1375 Everett Ct, Unit 204

1375 Everett Ct, Unit 105
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Ascend at Red Rocks

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St. Moritz Apartments

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Americana Lakewood Apartments

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Oak Street Station

800 Miller Ct, Unit 4

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Glen at Lakewood

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Eagle Crest

Silver Reef

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Beacon 85

Bel Aire
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290 S Hoyt St

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Riva Ridge Apartments

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Union Square Apartments

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Braxton

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Edelweiss Apartments

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Bluesky Landing

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Parkview Terrace

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Avalon Denver West

14470-14470 1/2 W 8th Ave

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Arca Green Mountain
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12024 W Virginia Ave

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Eiber Village Affordable Senior Living 62+

10500 W 8th Ave

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10687 6th Pl

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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 | $1,498 | $1,037 | $1,776 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $945 | $3,225 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,133 | $3,705 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,271 | $1,298 | $5,498 |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,699 | $2,199 | $2,950 |
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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. 10500 W 8th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ | 1Br1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 10500 W 8th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Greenway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Ridgemoor Apartment Homes | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| Boardwalk Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Willow Glen Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,133 |
| Green Mountain Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| Notable | SB | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CO
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.40 price per square foot B2 Model at The Pines Apartments in the in the Rooney Valley neighborhood starting from $1,348. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 2/1U Model at Eagle Crest starting at $1,554 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the North Kipling 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. |
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| The Pines Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Eagle Crest | 2/1U | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Union Square Apartments | US-2x2(940) | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Ascend at Red Rocks | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 10491 W 7th Pl | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Redwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Oak Manor Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union Square is at Greenway Apartments listed at $989.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment is $945 at Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Square is starting from $1,133 at Maplewood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maplewood Apartments and starts from $1,298.
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