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Rental Market Trends in Federal Heights, CO

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Federal Heights, CO is $1,387/month.

Rent in Federal Heights is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,387/month

Average Rent

660 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4%

Change / Year

173

Available Apartments

Federal Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Federal Heights average $1,230 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Federal Heights average $1,387 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Federal Heights average $1,562 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Federal Heights average $1,911 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,230/month
495 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,387/month
660 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,562/month
837 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,911/month
1,007 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,794/month
785 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Federal Heights, CO?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4%, which averages out to $56 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Federal Heights, CO

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Federal Heights, CO
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Federal Heights, CO?

Because the average rent in Federal Heights is $1,387, you’ll want to make about $4,623 per month or $55,476 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.

City

Federal Heights, CO

173 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Federal Heights, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Federal Heights, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Westminster

    Westminster

    Avg Rent: $1,585/month

  • Thornton

    Thornton

    Avg Rent: $1,545/month

  • Northglenn

    Northglenn

    Avg Rent: $1,462/month

Apartment Communities in Federal Heights We Think You'll Love

Rosemont West 84th

Rosemont West 84th

1327 W 84th Ave,
Federal Heights, CO 80260

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,185 - $2,112

Westward Heights

Westward Heights

10251 Zuni St,
Denver, CO 80260

1-2 Beds | $1,379 - $1,724

Tuscan Heights

Tuscan Heights

1800 W 85th Ave,
Denver, CO 80260

1-2 Beds | $1,285 - $1,799

Legacy Heights Apartments

Legacy Heights Apartments

2700 W 103rd Ave,
Federal Heights, CO 80260

1-3 Beds | $1,478 - $3,442

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Federal Heights?

The average rent in Federal Heights is $1,387 per month, which is 16.7% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Federal Heights?

Rents in Federal Heights, CO are increasing, with prices up 4.0% year-over-year and $56 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Federal Heights?

In Federal Heights, CO, 33% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Colorado Federal Heights 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 September 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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