What is the average apartment size in Aurora?

The average size for a Aurora, CO apartment is 859 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Aurora?

As of Apr / 2026, the average rent in Aurora is $1,641 per month, a 4.64% decrease from last years average of $1,721.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Aurora?

In Aurora, studios rent for $1,189 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,429 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,795 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,535 per month

What is the average apartment size in Aurora?

The typical apartment in Aurora offers about 859 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Aurora?

Studio apartments in Aurora average 432 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 697 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,000 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,403 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora include Sable Altura Chambers ($1,136/month), Expo Park ($1,241/month), and Centretech ($1,400/month), all below the citywide average of $1,641.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Aurora?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Aurora are Murphy Creek ($2,098/month), Tollgate Crossing ($2,199/month), and Copperleaf ($2,241/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Aurora, CO Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Aurora?

The typical rent budget in Aurora ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 38% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Aurora?

In Aurora, 38% of households rent while 62% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: May 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Aurora is $1,641, a 4.64% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,721.

Studio Apartments at $1,189 offer the most budget-friendly option with 432 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 697 square feet for $1,429, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,795 offer 1,000 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,403 sq ft) for $2,535, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Aurora, CO

Last updated: May 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,641	859 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,189	432 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,429	697 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,795	1,000 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,535	1,403 sq. ft.

Aurora, CO rent trends

Rental prices in Aurora, CO have decreased by 4.64% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,721 to $1,641.

What's the typical rent budget in Aurora, CO?

The largest share of rentals in Aurora, CO (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Aurora, CO?

54,627 or 38% of the households in Aurora, CO are renter-occupied while 90,683 or 62% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora?

Sable Altura Chambers $1,136/month

Expo Park $1,241/month

Centretech $1,400/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,641/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Aurora?

Murphy Creek $2,098/month

Tollgate Crossing $2,199/month

Copperleaf $2,241/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Aurora, CO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Copperleaf	$2,241
Tollgate Crossing	$2,199
Murphy Creek	$2,098
Heritage Eagle Bend	$2,070
Beacon Point	$1,997
Northeast Aurora	$1,925
Buckley-Kirkegaard Acres	$1,909
Saddle Rock	$1,768
Aurora Knolls	$1,736
Hoffman Heights	$1,726
Village East	$1,713
Aurora Hills	$1,660
Aurora City Center	$1,600
Heather Gardens	$1,579
Heather Ridge	$1,574
Del Mar Parkway	$1,566
Centre Pointe	$1,506
North Aurora	$1,486
Sable Ridge	$1,469
Kennedy	$1,434
Highland Park	$1,402
Centretech	$1,400
Expo Park	$1,241
Sable Altura Chambers	$1,136

Aurora | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Aurora City Center is 4% lower than in Aurora Hills

$1,600

Aurora City Center rent is 2% lower than Aurora average

Average Rent $1,600

$1,660

Aurora Hills rent is 1% higher than Aurora average

Average Rent $1,660

How Aurora Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Aurora	$1,641
Denver	$1,891
Colorado Springs	$1,519
Lakewood	$1,790
Boulder	$2,452
Grand Junction	$1,531
Fort Collins	$1,966
Littleton	$2,002
Englewood	$1,872
Arvada	$1,827
Loveland	$1,823
Broomfield	$1,956
Westminster	$1,819
Golden	$2,194
Castle Rock	$1,974
Wheat Ridge	$1,698
Parker	$2,029
Thornton, CO	$1,766
Centennial, CO	$2,034
Commerce City, CO	$1,850
Brighton, CO	$1,947

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Aurora apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.