Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wheat Ridge, CO from $500 (235 Rentals)

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Tabor Lake
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tabor Lake

12100 W 44th AveWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Char Rose
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Char Rose

4200 Yarrow StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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3680 Lee St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3680 Lee St

3680 Lee StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Wheat Ridge Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wheat Ridge Manor

7800 W 35th AveWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Marla Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marla Manor

6465 W 38th AveWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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OAK NORTH
2 Bedroom Apartments

OAK NORTH

3741 Oak StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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3650 Upham
2 Bedroom Apartments

3650 Upham

3650 Upham StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Kendall Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kendall Street

4265-4295 Kendall StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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W 41st Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

W 41st Apartments

6215 W 41st AveWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Teller Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Teller Street

3659 Teller StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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3710 Upham St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

3710 Upham St.

3710 Upham StWheat Ridge, CO 80033
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11250 W 38th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11250 W 38th Ave

11250 W 38th AveWheat Ridge, CO 80033

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheat Ridge, CO

Pricing Updated: 08/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Wheat Ridge, CO area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wheat Ridge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lakeside$2,922$1,6008

Cheapest Available Wheat Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheat Ridge, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+ in the Daniels Garden neighborhood priced from $945. Alpine Flats in the Colfax neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $956. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheat Ridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+1Br1Ba1BR,1BA$945
Alpine Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$956
The Loop at Lamar StationStudio BStudio,1BA$975
Applewood Retirement CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$980
Zephyr LineUNIT 1.11BR,1BA$995
Holiday GardensHOLIDAY GARDENS- ONE BEDROOM- C1BR,1BA$1,028
The Kimberly Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,045
OakView Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,075
1495 Balsam1x11BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheat Ridge, CO

As of August 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wheat Ridge area is the $0.59 price per square foot 9582 W 66th Ave Model at 9582 W 66th Ave, Unit #9582 in the in the Meadowglen neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Wheat Ridge apartment is the A Style Model at Morningside Retirement 55+ starting at $1,700 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Regis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheat Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9582 W 66th Ave, Unit #95829582 W 66th Ave2BR,1BA$0.59
Morningside Retirement 55+A Style2BR,2BA$1.60
Allison Pointe3x23BR,2BA$1.29
3650 Upham2x12BR,1BA$1.36
Heritage ApartmentsHA2x1(905)2BR,1BA$1.60
Simms Street 61552BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.56
Lime Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Timberleaf ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.59
Highland West Senior Citizens ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
The Kimberly Apartments0x1Studio ,1BA$1.39

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Wheat Ridge Overview

There are plenty of things that you can enjoy here in Wheat Ridge, CO. The apartments in the area luxurious and provide dozens of amenities for the people that live there. Let's take a closer look at this incredible city and why you should check out the wonderful apartments that are available to you.

Why live in Wheat Ridge, CO?

Many people want to live near a major city, but they do not want to deal with the hustle and bustle that it brings. Fortunately, Wheat Ridge is a small enough town just outside of Denver that can bring you the best of both worlds. This quiet area has incredible living amenities for those who are looking for apartments. The community is incredibly tight-knit and looks out for each other on a regular basis. It has an old-timey feel while still being modern in its own unique ways. 

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wheat Ridge, CO

Ranked #7

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Wheat Ridge, CO

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wheat Ridge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wheat Ridge?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wheat Ridge is at Applewood Retirement Community listed at $980.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheat Ridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheat Ridge Apartment is $945 at Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wheat Ridge Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wheat Ridge is starting from $1,199 at Alpine Flats.

What is the most affordable Wheat Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wheat Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Allison Pointe and starts from $1,336.

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