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Rental Market Trends in Denver, CO

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Denver, CO is $1,634/month.

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

$1,634/month

Average Rent

699 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.3%

Change / Year

21,066

Available Apartments

Denver rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Denver average $1,402 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Denver average $1,634 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Denver average $2,158 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Denver average $2,878 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,402/month
501 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,634/month
699 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,158/month
1,041 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,878/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,267/month
468 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,381/month
1,059 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,916/month
1,558 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,881/month
2,276 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,738/month
715 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,164/month
1,045 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,599/month
1,484 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,509/month
2,727 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,550/month
604 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,374/month
1,163 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,185/month
1,729 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,108/month
2,064 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Denver, CO?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.3%, which averages out to $4 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Denver, CO

August 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, Barnum West, Midtown Denver and Harvey Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Denver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Barnum West
$1,127/month
596 Sq Ft
Midtown Denver
$1,137/month
576 Sq Ft
Harvey Park
$1,156/month
574 Sq Ft
Villa Park
$1,156/month
558 Sq Ft
Westwood
$1,160/month
617 Sq Ft
East Colfax
$1,175/month
604 Sq Ft
Montbello
$1,197/month
623 Sq Ft
Athmar Park
$1,245/month
569 Sq Ft
Wind Stream
$1,264/month
778 Sq Ft
Whittier
$1,279/month
570 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denver?

Based on current rent prices, Golden Triangle, LoDo and Lincoln Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Golden Triangle
$2,538/month
796 Sq Ft
LoDo
$2,371/month
788 Sq Ft
Lincoln Park
$2,313/month
747 Sq Ft
Cole
$2,271/month
763 Sq Ft
Country Club
$2,239/month
692 Sq Ft
LoHi
$2,237/month
762 Sq Ft
Rosedale
$2,217/month
852 Sq Ft
Cherry Creek
$2,216/month
814 Sq Ft
Capitol Hill
$2,195/month
741 Sq Ft
Belcaro
$2,145/month
825 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 Capitol Hill .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Denver
$2,073/month
734 Sq Ft
West Denver
$1,842/month
709 Sq Ft
Capitol Hill
$2,195/month
741 Sq Ft
Golden Triangle
$2,538/month
796 Sq Ft
Southwest Denver
$1,656/month
718 Sq Ft
RiNo
$2,028/month
742 Sq Ft
Cherry Creek South
$1,384/month
724 Sq Ft
Lincoln Park
$2,313/month
747 Sq Ft
Windsor
$1,282/month
686 Sq Ft
Ballpark
$1,975/month
779 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 $1,634, you’ll want to make about $5,446 per month or $65,352 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 $1,402 - $2,878. You can expect to pay 2.5% more for groceries, 12.8% less for utilities, and 4.1% less for transportation.

City

Denver, CO

21,066 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

Barnum West

Denver, CO

Golden Triangle

Denver, CO

Studio
-
$1,672/month
One Bedroom
-
$2,207/month
Two Bedroom
-
$3,524/month
Three Bedroom
-
$8,178/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Glendale

    Glendale

    Avg Rent: $1,120/month

  • Commerce City

    Commerce City

    Avg Rent: $1,623/month

  • Henderson

    Henderson

    Avg Rent: $2,143/month

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 | $1,400 - $2,689

Gardens at Cherry Creek

Gardens at Cherry Creek

225 S Harrison St,
Denver, CO 80209

1-3 Beds | $1,910 - $3,110

IMT Lowry

IMT Lowry

8155 E Fairmount Dr,
Denver, CO 80230

1-3 Beds | $1,510 - $2,860

Outlook DTC

Outlook DTC

5031 S Ulster St,
Denver, CO 80237

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,626 - $2,926

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Denver?

The average rent in Denver is $1,634 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 $2,916 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Denver?

The average rent for a townhome in Denver, CO is $2,374 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Denver?

The average rent for a condo in Denver, CO is $1,738 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Denver?

Rents in Denver, CO are decreasing, with prices down 0.3% year-over-year and $4 less per month.

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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