Located in the Front Range Urban Corridor, Arvada spans Jefferson and Adams counties, offering residents a comfortable suburban setting just 7 miles northwest of downtown Denver. Home to 124,402 residents, the city features housing options ranging from historic properties in Olde Town to contemporary apartment communities throughout the area. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,684, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $1,908. The rental market has seen modest rate decreases across most unit types over the past year.
Arvada's history as the site of the first Rocky Mountain gold discovery is preserved in the Olde Town district, which features local shops and restaurants in restored historic buildings. The city maintains extensive outdoor recreation opportunities, including the Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge and a network of bike paths that earned recognition as a Silver Level Bicycle Friendly Community.
