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Rental Market Trends in Wheat Ridge, CO

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wheat Ridge, CO is $1,583/month.

Rent in Wheat Ridge is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,583/month

Average Rent

681 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.4%

Change / Year

1,119

Available Apartments

Wheat Ridge rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wheat Ridge average $1,287 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wheat Ridge average $1,583 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wheat Ridge average $1,720 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wheat Ridge average $2,160 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,287/month
458 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,583/month
681 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,720/month
916 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,160/month
1,124 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,252/month
920 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,918/month
1,461 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,091/month
2,421 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,565/month
645 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,890/month
890 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,361/month
1,134 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,165/month
1,673 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,844/month
2,028 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wheat Ridge, CO?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.4%, which averages out to $22 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wheat Ridge, CO

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wheat Ridge, CO
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
22% $700 - $1,000/month
51% $1,001 - $1,500/month
18% $1,501 - $2,000/month
7% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge?

Based on current rent prices, Lakeside, Barths and Bel Aire are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakeside
$1,520/month
673 Sq Ft
Barths
$1,678/month
690 Sq Ft
Bel Aire
$1,746/month
713 Sq Ft
Fruitdale
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft
Kipling
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge?

Based on current rent prices, Fruitdale, Kipling and Bel Aire are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Fruitdale
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft
Kipling
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft
Bel Aire
$1,746/month
713 Sq Ft
Barths
$1,678/month
690 Sq Ft
Lakeside
$1,520/month
673 Sq Ft

Which Wheat Ridge neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge with the most apartments available are Fruitdale, Kipling and Barths .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Fruitdale
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft
Kipling
$1,954/month
719 Sq Ft
Barths
$1,678/month
690 Sq Ft
Bel Aire
$1,746/month
713 Sq Ft
Lakeside
$1,520/month
673 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Wheat Ridge is $1,583, you’ll want to make about $5,276 per month or $63,312 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

Wheat Ridge, CO

1,119 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Wheat Ridge, 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

Lakeside

Wheat Ridge, CO

Fruitdale

Wheat Ridge, CO

Studio
$898/month
$1,022/month
One Bedroom
$965/month
$1,412/month
Two Bedroom
$1,283/month
$1,625/month
Three Bedroom
$1,702/month
$1,616/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Edgewater

    Edgewater

    Avg Rent: $1,160/month

  • Golden

    Golden

    Avg Rent: $1,935/month

  • Arvada

    Arvada

    Avg Rent: $1,679/month

  • Lakewood

    Lakewood

    Avg Rent: $1,573/month

Apartment Communities in Wheat Ridge We Think You'll Love

Arvada Court Apartments - Utilities included!

Arvada Court Apartments - Utilities included!

12155 W 58th Pl,
Arvada, CO 80004

1-2 Beds | $1,400 - $2,000

Stack at Wheat Ridge

Stack at Wheat Ridge

9880 W 45th Pl,
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,798 - $3,588

Arvada Station Apartments

Arvada Station Apartments

10068 W 52nd Pl,
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

1-3 Beds | $1,457 - $2,726

Edge 26 by Trion Living

Edge 26 by Trion Living

6201 W 26th Ave,
Wheat Ridge, CO 80214

1-3 Beds | $1,047 - $1,746

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wheat Ridge?

The average rent in Wheat Ridge is $1,583 per month, which is 4.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Wheat Ridge?

The average rent for a house in Wheat Ridge, CO is $2,918 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Wheat Ridge?

The average rent for a townhome in Wheat Ridge, CO is $2,361 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Wheat Ridge?

The average rent for a condo in Wheat Ridge, CO is $1,565 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Wheat Ridge?

Rents in Wheat Ridge, CO are decreasing, with prices down 1.4% year-over-year and $22 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Wheat Ridge?

In Wheat Ridge, CO, 51% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Colorado Wheat Ridge 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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