What is the average apartment size in South Denver, Denver, CO?

The average size for a South Denver, Denver, CO apartment is 831 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 South Denver?

As of Jun / 2026, the average rent in South Denver is $1,929 per month, a 2.25% decrease from last years average of $1,973.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South Denver?

In South Denver, studios rent for $1,496 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,735 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,273 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,047 per month

What is the average apartment size in South Denver?

The typical apartment in South Denver offers about 831 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South Denver?

Studio apartments in South Denver average 574 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 722 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,050 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,329 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in South Denver?

The most affordable neighborhoods in South Denver include Athmar Park ($1,221/month), Harvey Park ($1,248/month), and College View - South Platte ($1,287/month), all below the citywide average of $1,910.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in South Denver?

The most expensive neighborhoods in South Denver are Downtown Denver ($2,453/month), Belcaro ($2,637/month), and Cherry Creek ($2,953/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

South Denver, Denver, CO Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South Denver?

The typical rent budget in South Denver ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 41% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South Denver?

In South Denver, 49% of households rent while 51% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South Denver is $1,929, a 2.25% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,973.

Studio Apartments at $1,496 offer the most budget-friendly option with 574 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 722 square feet for $1,735, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,273 offer 1,050 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,329 sq ft) for $3,047, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in South Denver, Denver, CO

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,929	831 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,496	574 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,735	722 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,273	1,050 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,047	1,329 sq. ft.

South Denver, Denver, CO rent trends

Rental prices in South Denver, Denver, CO have decreased by 2.25% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,973 to $1,929.

What's the typical rent budget in South Denver, Denver, CO?

The largest share of rentals in South Denver, Denver, CO (41%) 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 South Denver, Denver, CO?

14,924 or 49% of the households in South Denver, Denver, CO are renter-occupied while 15,702 or 51% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in South Denver?

Athmar Park $1,221/month

Harvey Park $1,248/month

College View - South Platte $1,287/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,910/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in South Denver?

Downtown Denver $2,453/month

Belcaro $2,637/month

Cherry Creek $2,953/month

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

Average Rent in Denver, CO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cherry Creek	$2,953
Belcaro	$2,637
Downtown Denver	$2,453
LoDo	$2,424
Platt Park	$2,381
Speer	$2,370
Highland	$2,314
Cole	$2,175
Washington Park West	$2,162
Park Hill Denver	$2,141
Southmoor Park	$2,134
RiNo Denver	$2,125
Cheesman Park	$2,088
City Park	$2,085
Stapleton Denver	$2,058
Jefferson Park	$2,037
City Park West	$2,022
Berkeley	$2,022
University Hills	$2,008
Lowry Field	$1,997
Overland	$1,992
Baker	$1,991
Hale	$1,990
Gateway Denver	$1,986
Green Valley Ranch Denver	$1,953
Denver International Airport	$1,949
West Highland	$1,947
Sun Valley	$1,917
Five Points	$1,890
Wellshire Denver	$1,860
West Colfax	$1,858
Hampden South	$1,852
Globeville	$1,788
Uptown Denver	$1,779
Congress Park	$1,769
Lincoln Park	$1,769
Capitol Hill	$1,672
Bear Valley	$1,663
Indian Creek	$1,655
Fort Logan	$1,651
Windsor	$1,637
Harvey Park South	$1,595
Montbello	$1,529
University	$1,476
Hampden	$1,445
Washington Virginia Vale	$1,422
Virginia Village	$1,407
Goldsmith	$1,384
East Colfax	$1,370
Mar Lee	$1,357
College View - South Platte	$1,287
Harvey Park	$1,248
Athmar Park	$1,221

Denver | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Athmar Park is 39% lower than in Baker

$1,221

Athmar Park rent is 37% lower than Denver average

Average Rent $1,221

$1,991

Baker rent is 3% higher than Denver average

Average Rent $1,991

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 South Denver 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.