Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
19%
Lakewood, CO
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,570
Population
155,299
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Denver’s cozy suburb offers recreation and outdoor adventure
Cozy
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Suburb
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Outdoor Fun
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.
Explore the City
Main Reservoir Park Has Shaded Picnic Benches
Split-level ranch houses on large lots with mountain views are a common sight in Bear Creek Lake Park.
Rows of residential houses border Bear Creek Lake Park and it's multitude of activities.
Bronze statue at Fox Hollow Golf in Bear Creek Lake Park.
The Lakewood Cultural Center is a common weekend location for Belmar Park families.
Jim Hoida Memorial Park Sits On W Texas Ave
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,606
Average: $100,449
Education
58,184
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
86,168
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lakewood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,359 for a studio, $1,570 for one bedroom, $1,896 for two bedrooms, and $2,357 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lakewood has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,570/month
712 Sq Ft
House
$2,630/month
1,424 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,856/month
856 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,737/month
1,445 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lakewood, CO is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
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 6-12
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
Public
Grades 9-12
201 Students
Jefferson County Open Secondary
Public
Grades 6-12
317 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 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.