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Rental Market Trends in Golden, CO

What is the average rent in Golden, CO?

$1,909/month

Average Rent

720 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-1.7%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of October 2025, the average rent in Golden, CO is $1,909 per month. This is 17% higher than the national average rent price of $1,630/month, making Golden one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Golden, you can expect to pay about $1,389 per month for a studio, $1,909 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,319 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,105 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,389/month
447 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,909/month
720 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,319/month
1,016 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,105/month
1,211 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,310/month
359 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,176/month
1,005 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,079/month
2,088 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,424/month
2,795 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,731/month
904 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,505/month
1,276 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Golden, CO?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.7%, which averages out to $32 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Golden, CO
Last Updated October 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Golden, CO
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
18% $700 - $1,000/month
18% $1,001 - $1,500/month
27% $1,501 - $2,000/month
36% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Golden?

Based on current rent prices, Sixth Ave West Estates, Sixth Ave West and Sixth Avenue West Townhomes are the most affordable neighborhoods in Golden.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West Estates
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Sixth Avenue West Townhomes
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Applewood South
$1,729/month
783 Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,860/month
642 Sq Ft
Golden Terrace Community
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
Golden Ridge Condominiums
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
Camden Denver West
$2,558/month
936 Sq Ft
Canyon View
$2,669/month
783 Sq Ft
North Golden Edge
$2,677/month
684 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Golden?

Based on current rent prices, Canyon Point Villas Condominiums, North Golden Edge and Canyon View are the most expensive neighborhoods in Golden.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Canyon Point Villas Condominiums
$2,743/month
750 Sq Ft
North Golden Edge
$2,677/month
684 Sq Ft
Canyon View
$2,669/month
783 Sq Ft
Camden Denver West
$2,558/month
936 Sq Ft
Golden Terrace Community
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
Golden Ridge Condominiums
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,860/month
642 Sq Ft
Applewood South
$1,729/month
783 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West Estates
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft

Which Golden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Golden with the most apartments available are North Golden Edge, Sixth Ave West Estates and Sixth Ave West .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Golden Edge
$2,677/month
684 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West Estates
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Sixth Avenue West Townhomes
$1,508/month
644 Sq Ft
Camden Denver West
$2,558/month
936 Sq Ft
Golden Terrace Community
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
Golden Ridge Condominiums
$2,330/month
870 Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,860/month
642 Sq Ft
Applewood South
$1,729/month
783 Sq Ft
Canyon View
$2,669/month
783 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Golden is $1,909, you’ll want to make about $6,363 per month or $76,356 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.

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Golden, CO

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Golden, CO

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Apartment communities in Golden we think you'll love

The Avenue Lofts Golden

The Avenue Lofts Golden

1104-1106 Washington Ave,
Golden, CO 80401

$2,795 - $3,995

2-4 Beds

The Charles Denver West

The Charles Denver West

1767 Denver West Marriott Blvd,
Golden, CO 80401

$1,949 - $5,336

1-3 Beds

Canyon View

Canyon View

1170 Newstar Way,
Golden, CO 80403

$1,878 - $3,130

Studio - 2 Beds

Glen at Lakewood

Glen at Lakewood

453 Van Gordon St,
Lakewood, CO 80228

$1,299 - $2,088

Studio - 2 Beds

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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 September 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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