
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $700 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Studio Apartments | $1,349 | $1,000 | $1,499 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $733 | $3,702 |
University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $880 | $2,300 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,999 | $1,999 |
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at University Station Senior priced from $733. Riverpoint (1330) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Station Senior | Suite J | 1BR,1BA | $733 |
Riverpoint (1330) | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Flats at DeBoer Park | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, CO
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2X1 Model at Race Street Apartments in the in the Washington Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2x2 Model at 2340 S Race St starting at $1,595 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Washington Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Race Street Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
2340 S Race St | 2x2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
24 Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Harvin Apartments | Harvin 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Flats at DeBoer Park | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
2475 S Vine St | One Bedroom - Newly Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Parkview Towers | Pennsylvania: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
University Station Senior | Suite J | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Riverpoint (1330) | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Lorinda Apartments | L 1B/1B - 490 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity, Denver, CO
Ranked #214
Among neighborhoods in Denver, CO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Denver, CO
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
43 / 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 University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is University Station Senior which is listed at $733, while the average apartment in University costs $1,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 56 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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