
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CO from $500 (14 Rentals)
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519 S. Ash St., Unit 519 1/2

3 E 6th St

219 S Madison St

222 Airport Dr

814 E Murray Dr

San Juan - Free Utilities

322 N Court Ave

510 Lovers Ln

564 N Main St

17730 County Rd 27.9
Cortez, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,461 | $1,305 | $1,779 |
Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $600 | $2,500 |
Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $950 | $3,135 |
Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,243 | $1,350 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cortez, CO
Pricing Updated: 04/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cortez, CO area range in price from $875 to $1,700 with an overall median price of $1,150. The three Cortez neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chamberlin's at $875, Coffins at $875, and Cortez Park at $875. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cortez Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Chamberlin's | $1,150 | $875 | 3 |
Coffins | $1,150 | $875 | 3 |
Cortez Park | $1,150 | $875 | 3 |
Mcbride | $1,150 | $875 | 3 |
Western | $1,150 | $875 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortez, CO is a Studio unit found at River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $1,335. Red Cliff in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Roost | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,335 |
Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Cannery Apartments Farmington NM | FURNISHED Two Bed, Utilities, Cable, Internet | 2BR,2BA | $1,750 |
Skyline Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
Rocket Pointe | A1-Fuji | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CO and Nearby
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $1.52 price per square foot FURNISHED Two Bed, Utilities, Cable, Internet Model at Cannery Apartments Farmington NM in the starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the 736 Main Ave Model at 736 Main Ave, Unit E starting at $2,500 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Hawks Nest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cannery Apartments Farmington NM | FURNISHED Two Bed, Utilities, Cable, Internet | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
736 Main Ave, Unit E | 736 Main Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 201 | 840 Plymouth Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Rocket Pointe | A1-Fuji | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Red Cliff | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
River Roost | A2F | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
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Getting Around Cortez, CO
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortez is at River Roost listed at $1,335.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortez Apartment is $1,399 at Red Cliff.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is starting from $1,750 at Cannery Apartments Farmington NM.
What is the most affordable Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cortez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Skyline Apartments and starts from $2,575.
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