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Rental Market Trends in Denver, CO

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Denver, CO is $1,635/month.

Rent in Denver is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,635/month

Average Rent

699 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0%

Change / Year

21,242

Available Apartments

Denver rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Denver average $1,409 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Denver average $1,635 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Denver average $2,152 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Denver average $2,883 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,409/month
501 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,635/month
699 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,152/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,883/month
1,370 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,320/month
454 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,354/month
1,061 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,960/month
1,570 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,878/month
2,276 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,728/month
719 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,155/month
1,040 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,325/month
1,505 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,529/month
624 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,377/month
1,146 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,230/month
1,877 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,061/month
2,267 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Denver, CO?

Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Denver, CO

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Denver, CO
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
13% $700 - $1,000/month
48% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
16% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Denver?

Based on current rent prices, Mar Lee, Harvey Park and Midtown Denver are the most affordable neighborhoods in Denver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Mar Lee
$1,040/month
570 Sq Ft
Harvey Park
$1,119/month
595 Sq Ft
Midtown Denver
$1,162/month
592 Sq Ft
Villa Park
$1,194/month
529 Sq Ft
East Colfax
$1,198/month
606 Sq Ft
Montbello
$1,204/month
611 Sq Ft
Whittier
$1,237/month
577 Sq Ft
Windsor
$1,267/month
682 Sq Ft
Goldsmith
$1,273/month
679 Sq Ft
Kennedy
$1,275/month
661 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denver?

Based on current rent prices, Lowry, Golden Triangle and Country Club are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lowry
$2,722/month
742 Sq Ft
Golden Triangle
$2,529/month
798 Sq Ft
Country Club
$2,452/month
743 Sq Ft
LoDo
$2,368/month
792 Sq Ft
Lincoln Park
$2,334/month
759 Sq Ft
LoHi
$2,267/month
767 Sq Ft
Cole
$2,261/month
745 Sq Ft
Cherry Creek
$2,210/month
809 Sq Ft
Capitol Hill
$2,204/month
736 Sq Ft
Riverfront Park
$2,202/month
811 Sq Ft

Which Denver neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Denver with the most apartments available are Downtown Denver, West Denver and Southwest Denver .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Denver
$2,097/month
740 Sq Ft
West Denver
$1,827/month
706 Sq Ft
Southwest Denver
$1,645/month
719 Sq Ft
Golden Triangle
$2,529/month
798 Sq Ft
Capitol Hill
$2,204/month
736 Sq Ft
RiNo
$2,057/month
746 Sq Ft
Cherry Creek South
$1,377/month
723 Sq Ft
Lincoln Park
$2,334/month
759 Sq Ft
Windsor
$1,267/month
682 Sq Ft
Hampden
$1,395/month
704 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Denver, CO?

Because the average rent in Denver is $1,635, you’ll want to make about $5,450 per month or $65,400 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Denver, CO is 9.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Denver is 20.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,409 - $2,883. You can expect to pay 2.5% more for groceries, 12.8% less for utilities, and 4.1% less for transportation.

City

Denver, CO

21,242 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Denver, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Denver, CO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Mar Lee

Denver, CO

Lowry

Denver, CO

Studio
$840/month
-
One Bedroom
$990/month
-
Two Bedroom
$1,322/month
-
Three Bedroom
$1,807/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Commerce City

    Commerce City

  • Henderson

    Henderson

Apartment Communities in Denver We Think You'll Love

Momentum at First Creek

Momentum at First Creek

17700 E 56th Ave,
Denver, CO 80249

1-3 Beds | $1,461 - $2,651

Alas Over Lowry

Alas Over Lowry

82 N Uinta Way,
Denver, CO 80230

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,520 - $4,220

IMT Cherry Creek

IMT Cherry Creek

755 S Dexter St,
Denver, CO 80246

1-2 Beds | $1,546 - $2,980

Gardens at Cherry Creek

Gardens at Cherry Creek

225 S Harrison St,
Denver, CO 80209

1-3 Beds | $1,910 - $3,210

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Denver?

The average rent in Denver is $1,635 per month, which is 1.7% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Denver?

The average rent for a house in Denver, CO is $2,960 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Denver?

The average rent for a townhome in Denver, CO is $2,377 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Denver?

The average rent for a condo in Denver, CO is $1,728 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Denver?

Rents in Denver, CO are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.

What rent range is most common in Denver?

In Denver, CO, 48% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Colorado Denver Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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