Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Burlington Neighborhood of Burlington, VT from $900 (16 Rentals)

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8-16 Clarke St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8-16 Clarke St

8-16 Clarke StBurlington, VT 05401
property at 55 S Union St

55 S Union St

BurlingtonVT05401

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33 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

33 Pine St

33 Pine StBurlington, VT 05401
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The Nest
Studio Apartments

The Nest

79 Pine StBurlington, VT 05401
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Downtown Burlington, Burlington, VT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Burlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Burlington area of Burlington, VT is a 2 Beds unit found at Keen's Crossing priced from $1,556. 77 Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Burlington apartments for rent in Burlington, VT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Keen's CrossingCedar - Income Limits Apply2BR,2BA$1,556
77 Residences1 bed1BR,1BA$2,250
375 North Avenue -Sunset HouseOne Bedroom Corner - 2011BR,1BA$2,450
238 College StBeautiful3BR,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Burlington, VT

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Burlington area is the $3.35 price per square foot 2 bed + den Model at 77 Residences in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $6,800. The second greatest value Downtown Burlington apartment is the Beautiful Model at 238 College St starting at $2,500 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
77 Residences2 bed + den2BR,2BA$3.35
238 College StBeautiful3BR,1BA$1.66
11 Grant St, Unit 211 Grant St3BR,1BA$2.48
56 King St, Unit 56 King 2nd Floor56 King St3BR,1BA$2.80
Keen's CrossingWillowStudio ,1BA$2.27
375 North Avenue -Sunset HouseOne Bedroom 520,5301BR,1BA$3.91
Spinner Place2 bedroom/2 study/2 bath2BR,2BA$2.96
190 Church St, Unit 4190 Church St1BR,1BA$2.74

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Burlington, Burlington, VT

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Burlington, VT for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Burlington Neighborhood in Burlington, VT

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Burlington Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Burlington?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Burlington is 77 Residences which is listed at $2,250, while the average apartment in Downtown Burlington costs $3,775.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Burlington?

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 5 regular apartments in Downtown Burlington 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 Downtown Burlington?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Burlington have an average cost of $735 which is $3,040 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Burlington.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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