Summit View Village Apartments
17600 W 14th Ave,
Golden, CO 80401
2-3 Beds | $1,775 - $2,225
Rental Market Trends in Golden, CO
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Golden, CO is $1,925/month.
Rent in Golden is 16% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,925/month
Average Rent
712 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.8%
Change / Year
849
Available Apartments
Golden rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Golden average $1,485 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Golden average $1,925 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Golden average $2,485 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Golden average $3,015 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Golden, CO?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $14 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Golden, CO
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
18%
$700 - $1,000/month
21%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
18%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
44%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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.
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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.
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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 .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Golden, CO?
Because the average rent in Golden is $1,925, you’ll want to make about $6,416 per month or $76,992 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.
How does Golden, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Golden, 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.
View the Golden Area GuideStudio
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$1,003/month
One Bedroom
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$1,500/month
Two Bedroom
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$1,818/month
Three Bedroom
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$2,789/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Golden?
The average rent in Golden is $1,925 per month, which is 15.8% higher than the national average of $1,663.
Are rents going up or down in Golden?
Rents in Golden, CO are decreasing, with prices down 0.8% year-over-year and $14 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Golden?
In Golden, CO, 44% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.