The Richfield
2134 S Richfield Way,
Aurora, CO 80013
$1,019 - $2,687
1-3 Beds
Aurora
Aurora, CO
Area Guide
The great Colorado outdoors with retailers and restaurants galore
Pet-Friendly
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Shopping
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Restaurants
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Nightlife
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Parks
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Convenient
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Outdoor Recreation
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Upscale
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Living in Aurora, Colorado combines suburban comfort with convenient access to both city amenities and outdoor adventures. Located just east of Denver, Aurora features more than 100 parks and 6,000 acres of open space perfect for recreation. Residents can tee off at any of the city's six public golf courses or explore natural areas like the Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch. The Aurora and Quincy Reservoirs offer opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Current rent trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,430 monthly, representing a 4.9% decrease from the previous year, while two-bedroom units average $1,851, down 5% year-over-year.
Aurora's neighborhoods range from the developing City Center district to established communities like Aurora Highlands and Mission Viejo. The Anschutz Medical Campus serves as a major regional healthcare center, housing both the University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital. Shopping destinations include the Town Center at Aurora and Southlands mall, while the Stanley Marketplace, set in a renovated aviation manufacturing building, houses local shops and eateries. Along East Colfax Avenue, the Aurora Cultural Arts District features the historic Aurora Fox Theatre & Arts Center and The People's Building, which showcases performing arts throughout the year. The city's rich history dates to the 1880s when it was established as Fletcher, named after Denver businessman Donald Fletcher. After Fletcher departed during the Silver Crash of 1893, residents renamed the settlement Aurora in 1907.
Rent Trends
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Aurora, CO is $1,279 for a studio, $1,387 for one bedroom, $1,772 for two bedrooms, and $2,520 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Aurora has decreased by -4.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,387/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$2,666/month
1,873 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,721/month
971 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,305/month
1,397 Sq Ft
Transportation
49
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
34
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
52
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-8
589 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
781 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
735 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
583 Students
Black Forest Hills Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
593 Students
Public
Grades K-8
589 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
781 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
735 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
687 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,077 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,774 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,924 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,109 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,051 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,252 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Plains Conservation Center
- Morrison Nature Center
- Del Mar Park
- Sand Creek Regional Greenway
- Cherry Creek State Park
Airports
- Denver International
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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 November 2025.