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Rental Market Trends in Golden, CO

What is the average rent in Golden, CO?

$1,912/month

Average Rent

712 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-1.9%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Golden, CO is $1,912 per month. This is 17% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/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 $1,359 per month for a studio, $1,912 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,379 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,076 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,359/month
438 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,912/month
712 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,379/month
1,010 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,076/month
1,206 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$923/month
432 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,068/month
994 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,750/month
1,563 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,130/month
2,457 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,579/month
637 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,899/month
801 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,436/month
2,268 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Golden, CO?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $35 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 April 2026
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
24% $1,501 - $2,000/month
41% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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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
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Avenue West Townhomes
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,702/month
663 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Golden?

Based on current rent prices, East Old Golden Rd, Sixth Ave West Estates and Sixth Ave West are the most expensive neighborhoods in Golden.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,702/month
663 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West Estates
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Avenue West Townhomes
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft

Which Golden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West Estates
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Ave West
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
Sixth Avenue West Townhomes
$1,535/month
635 Sq Ft
East Old Golden Rd
$1,702/month
663 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 $1,912, you’ll want to make about $6,373 per month or $76,476 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.

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

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Apartment Averages

Sixth Ave West Estates

Golden, CO

East Old Golden Rd

Golden, CO

Studio
-
$1,001/month
One Bedroom
-
$1,517/month
Two Bedroom
-
$1,898/month
Three Bedroom
-
$3,039/month
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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

$2,623 - $2,823 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Summit View Village Apartments

Summit View Village Apartments

17600 W 14th Ave,
Golden, CO 80401

$1,450 - $1,840 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Glen at Lakewood

Glen at Lakewood

453 Van Gordon St,
Lakewood, CO 80228

$1,326 - $2,326 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Americana Lakewood Apartments

Americana Lakewood Apartments

12598 W Dakota Ave,
Lakewood, CO 80228

$1,325 - $1,800 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Property Management Companies in Golden, CO

Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,486

    Communities

  • 959,251

    Units

  • 891

    Cities

6 Communities in Golden
AMC
AMC
  • 613

    Communities

  • 122,506

    Units

  • 243

    Cities

5 Communities in Golden
Skyline Property Management
Skyline Property Management
  • 13

    Communities

  • 1,877

    Units

  • 4

    Cities

4 Communities in Golden
Fairfield
Fairfield
  • 104

    Communities

  • 29,578

    Units

  • 64

    Cities

2 Communities in Golden
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield
  • 458

    Communities

  • 108,906

    Units

  • 228

    Cities

1 Community in Golden
Avenue5 Residential
Avenue5 Residential
  • 581

    Communities

  • 129,613

    Units

  • 224

    Cities

1 Community in Golden
Monarch Investment and Management Group
Monarch Investment and Management Group
  • 320

    Communities

  • 78,002

    Units

  • 146

    Cities

1 Community in Golden
AvalonBay
AvalonBay
  • 208

    Communities

  • 74,042

    Units

  • 142

    Cities

1 Community in Golden

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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 February 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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