Residences at Bear Creek
10025 W Dartmouth Ave,
Lakewood, CO 80227
$1,544 - $3,847
1-2 Beds
Lakewood
Lakewood, CO
Area Guide
Denver’s cozy suburb offers recreation and outdoor adventure
Cozy
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Suburb
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Outdoor Fun
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Family-Friendly
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Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Lakewood combines city living with easy access to outdoor recreation. The city's 155,000 residents enjoy Green Mountain's extensive trail network, offering sweeping views of the Denver metro area. Housing options range from apartment communities near Belmar to established residential neighborhoods. Current rental data shows one-bedroom units averaging $1,628 (down 2.3% from last year) and two-bedroom apartments averaging $1,923 (showing a 2% decrease), offering more affordable options compared to Denver proper.
Belmar serves as the city's central district, featuring shops, residences, and community spaces in a pedestrian-friendly setting. The area includes Colorado Christian University and Red Rocks Community College campuses. Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, surrounding Kountze Lake, houses a museum showcasing local history. Along the W Line light rail corridor, the 40 West Arts District features public art installations and galleries, while the Lakewood Cultural Center presents regular performances and exhibits. The W Line light rail connects residents to downtown Denver and other metro destinations.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,320 for a studio, $1,521 for one bedroom, $1,846 for two bedrooms, and $2,266 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lakewood has decreased by -4.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,521/month
712 Sq Ft
House
$2,536/month
1,408 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,883/month
945 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,601/month
1,367 Sq Ft
Transportation
65
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.
39
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
66
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-6
612 Students
Public
Grades K-5
455 Students
Public
Grades K-5
234 Students
Kendrick Lakes Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
372 Students
Rooney Ranch Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
473 Students
Public
Grades K-8
931 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
818 Students
Jefferson County Open Secondary
Public
Grades 7-12
317 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
616 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
794 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,885 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,431 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,085 Students
Jefferson County Open Secondary
Public
Grades 7-12
317 Students
Alameda International High School
Public
Grades 7-12
1,062 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Welchester Tree Grant Park
- Dinosaur Ridge
- Bear Creek Lake Park
- William Frederick Hayden Park
- Matthews/Winters Park
Transit / Subway
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.