
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Vail, CO from $1,409 (30 Rentals)
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608 Fifth St

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Gold Mountain Village

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The House Apartments

320 Beaver Creek Rd

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110 South Park Avenue, Unit SI ID1387655P

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Straight Creek Apartments
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The Scout

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600 Colorado 9-SI ID1387673P, Unit SI ID1387673P

246 Broken Lance Dr

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Tungsten Village

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Vista Verde Workforce

10000 Ryan Gulch Rd, Unit 207G

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455 Village Rd, Unit SI ID1387671P
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The Pike

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CHILL

290 Broken Lance Dr

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Hayden Place

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14 Cove Blvd, Unit SI FL1-ID1546299P

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535 South Park Avenue, Unit SI ID1387662P

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River Run
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50 Wildernest Ct

4400 Lodgepole Cir

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Kayak Crossing

800 Main St
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The Piedmont Apartments

8100 Ryan Gulch Rd
Vail, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vail?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vail Studio Apartments | $2,658 | $1,729 | $9,266 |
| Vail 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,063 | $1,409 | $10,000+ |
| Vail 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,677 | $1,609 | $10,000+ |
| Vail 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,485 | $2,177 | $10,000+ |
| Vail 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,688 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Vail Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Vail, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Bighorn Crossing in the Clear Creek County neighborhood priced from $1,409. Gold Mountain Village in the Gilpin County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Vail apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,409 |
| Gold Mountain Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1,835 |
| Straight Creek Apartments | Keystone | 2BR, 1BA | $1,949 |
| The Scout | D1310x1TA | Studio, 1BA | $2,001 |
| Tungsten Village | 3 bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $2,177 |
| The Pike | Larkspur | Studio, 1BA | $2,444 |
| CHILL | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2,500 |
| The Piedmont Apartments | Powel | Studio, 1BA | $2,593 |
| Hayden Place | S6 | Studio, 1BA | $2,600 |
| Red Table Apartments | 2BR/2BA - B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vail, CO and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vail area is the $3.34 price per square foot Ground Floor Apartment Model at Wave on the Blue starting from $5,050. The second greatest value Vail apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Tungsten Village in the Outer Central neighborhood starting at $2,177 with a $1.97 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vail apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Wave on the Blue | Ground Floor Apartment | 2BR, 2BA | $3.34 |
| Tungsten Village | 3 bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.97 |
| Vista Verde Workforce | 3 x 2 | 3BR, 2BA | $3.97 |
| Chambers Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $3.36 |
| Gold Mountain Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $2.00 |
| Red Table Apartments | 2BR/2BA - B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.91 |
| Straight Creek Apartments | Keystone | 2BR, 1BA | $2.60 |
| The Scout | D1311X1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.42 |
| Hayden Place | S6 | Studio, 1BA | $4.33 |
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vail Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vail?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vail is at The Scout listed at $2,001.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vail Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vail Apartment is $1,409 at Bighorn Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vail Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vail is starting from $1,609 at Bighorn Crossing.
What is the most affordable Vail Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vail Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tungsten Village and starts from $2,177.
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