
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Lakewood, CO from $500 (70 Rentals)
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11911 W 13th Ave

Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+

Maplewood Apartments

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The Meridian at Lakewood

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The Pines Apartments

Willow Glen Senior

688 Miller Ct

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12121 W Nevada Dr

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Notable

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Mountain Vista

720 Moore St

1375 Everett Ct, Unit 205

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1393 S Foothill Dr, Unit Studio Apt, Unit Studio Apt

10491 W 7th Pl, Unit #3

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Americana Lakewood Apartments

1600 Hoyt

1375 Everett Ct, Unit 204

Ascend at Red Rocks

761 Oak St, Unit Unit C

761 Oak St, Unit Unit D

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Glen at Lakewood

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St. Moritz Apartments

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Oak Street Station

479 Wright St, Unit 103
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720 Miller Ct, Unit B, Unit B

Bel Aire

361 S Estes St

290 S Hoyt St

Eagle Crest

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Riva Ridge Apartments

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Braxton

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Edelweiss Apartments

Silver Reef
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Parkview Terrace

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Beacon 85

Dudley Street Aprtments

Eiber Village Affordable Senior Living 62+

10500 W 8th Ave

Allied Apartments

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WestRidge Apartments

Oak Street Apartments

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 | $1,450 | $995 | $1,672 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $945 | $3,015 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,077 | $1,133 | $3,765 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,377 | $1,456 | $5,483 |
| 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. Maplewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. 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 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Ridgemoor Apartment Homes | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| The Meridian at Lakewood | *** $995.00 *** THE MERIDIAN AT LAKEWOOD APART... | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Pines Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Willow Glen Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
| Boardwalk Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Greenway Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| Timberleaf Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,195 |
| Mountain Vista | Eldora | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, CO
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.62 price per square foot 333 Wright St Model at 333 Wright St, Unit 305 in the in the Daniels Garden neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the Vail w/Den Model at Glen at Lakewood starting at $1,970 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Daniels Garden 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 333 Wright St, Unit 305 | 333 Wright St | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Glen at Lakewood | Vail w/Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Eagle Crest | 3/1U | 3BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Edelweiss Apartments | EA-2x2(990) | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Pines Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Union Square Apartments | US-2x2(940) | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Redwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Boardwalk Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 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 $1,205.
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 $2,320.
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 102 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 $315 which is $2,005 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Square.
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