
Cheap Homes for Rent in Amherst, CO from $500 (9 Rentals)
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407 N Front St

1138 N 8th St

404-406 Kochia Way

418 W 26th Ave

430 N 2nd Ave

102 Taylor St

1138 Spruce St

521.5 Jackson St
Amherst, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,136 | $800 | $1,600 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,598 | $1,000 | $2,100 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
Amherst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak View Apartments priced from $600. Crestview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oak View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Crestview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Lakeside | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO and Nearby
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.20 price per square foot 408 N Dewey St Model at 408 N Dewey St, Unit 202 Brick Industrial Look in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the Ironwood Model at Heartland Flats starting at $1,325 with a $1.32 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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408 N Dewey St, Unit 202 Brick Industrial Look | 408 N Dewey St | Studio ,1BA | $1.20 |
Heartland Flats | Ironwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Lakeside | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
Pacific Place Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
South Platte Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
809 S Elm St, Unit 6 | 809 S Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
1417 Forrest St, Unit 1416.5 | 1417 Forrest St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
Crestview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Allura Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Oak View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst
What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst?
There are currently 29 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO with pricing that ranges from $500 to $1,700. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $525 to $2,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Amherst?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst ranges from $525 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,236.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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