Average Rent in Lakewood, CO
What is the average rent in Lakewood, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,950 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 216 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 3, 2026 through November 6, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
6 apartment buildings, 216 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Lakewood, COCheapest
$1,147/mo
Belmar Villas
Properties
6
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Units
216
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Lakewood, CO Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Belmar Villas
700 S Reed Ct, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA
Oak Street Station
1420 Oak St, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Beacon 85
85 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
Bel Aire
11082 W 15th Pl, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Braxton
66 S Van Gordon St, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
Arca Green Mountain
13055 Mississippi Ct, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belmar Villas 700 S Reed Ct, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA | $1,147 | $1,514 | $1.68/ft² | 3.6 (373) | 36 |
| 2 | Oak Street Station 1420 Oak St, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA | $1,362 | $1,754 | $2.19/ft² | 3.9 (159) | 17 |
| 3 | Beacon 85 85 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA | $1,496 | $1,911 | $2.45/ft² | 4.2 (224) | 16 |
| 4 | Bel Aire 11082 W 15th Pl, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA | $1,564 | $2,007 | $2.31/ft² | 5 (22) | 103 |
| 5 | Braxton 66 S Van Gordon St, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA | $1,670 | $2,259 | $2.27/ft² | 4.2 (119) | 27 |
| 6 | Arca Green Mountain 13055 Mississippi Ct, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA | $1,805 | $2,263 | $2.24/ft² | 4.7 (276) | 17 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Belmar Villas
3.6 (373)700 S Reed Ct, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA
Oak Street Station
3.9 (159)1420 Oak St, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Beacon 85
4.2 (224)85 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
Bel Aire
5 (22)11082 W 15th Pl, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Braxton
4.2 (119)66 S Van Gordon St, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
Arca Green Mountain
4.7 (276)13055 Mississippi Ct, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
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Lakewood, CO neighborhoods
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Lakewood, CO Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,950 per month, based on 216 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,147 at Belmar Villas to $2,669 at Bel Aire.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,532/mo | $1,362/mo | 10 |
| 1 Bed | $1,825/mo | $1,147/mo | 108 |
| 2 Bed | $2,168/mo | $1,282/mo | 87 |
| 3 Bed | $1,824/mo | $1,602/mo | 11 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Lakewood, CO, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Lakewood, CO averages $1,825/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,168/mo. At the local median household income of $85,789, that works out to 27% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Lakewood, CO at $1,746/mo. The current tracked market average runs 12% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Lakewood, CO while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Denver
Demand in the Denver rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Denver Federal Center
- FirstBank
- Terumo BCT
Mean one-way commute in Lakewood, CO is 27 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lakewood, CO?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$78,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,950/mo.
Comfortable income
$94,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,147/mo), you need to earn at least $46,000/year.
Median household income in Lakewood, CO is $85,789 , about 8% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Lakewood, CO
Overall prices in Lakewood, CO runs above the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 105.8, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Lakewood, CO's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,950 |
| Utilities | $628 |
| Groceries | $549 |
| Transportation | $1,497 |
| Healthcare | $730 |
| Other goods and services | $1,169 |
| Estimated total | $6,523/mo |
Population
156,309
Median household income
$85,789
Census median rent
$1,746/mo
Census rent burden
32.3%
Median age
38.0
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Colorado
How Lakewood, CO rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Lakewood, CO | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $2,058 | +6% | -2% | 130 |
| Longmont, CO | $1,960 | +1% | +2.7% | 25 |
| Greeley, CO | $1,490 | -24% | -3.3% | 19 |
| Parker, CO | $1,953 | 0% | -1.5% | 18 |
| Castle Rock, CO | $1,689 | -13% | -0.6% | 14 |
| Centennial, CO | $2,739 | +40% | -0.3% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lakewood, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,950 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 216 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Lakewood, CO?
The median asking rent in Lakewood, CO is $1,864 per month, computed from 216 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,950/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Lakewood, CO?
The lowest available rent in Lakewood, CO starts at $1,147 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Lakewood, CO?
1-bedroom apartments in Lakewood, CO average $1,825/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,147/mo across 108 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lakewood, CO?
2-bedroom apartments in Lakewood, CO average $2,168/mo. Units start from $1,282/mo across 87 units currently listed.
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