1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Aurora, CO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Aurora, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +3% higher than the citywide median of $1,759 and +29% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Aurora
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Aurora
Compare Aurora's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $790 |
| 2 | Sterling | $790 |
| 3 | Montrose | $880 |
| 4 | Cortez | $910 |
| 5 | Clifton | $930 |
| 6 | Pueblo | $1,013 |
| 7 | Rifle | $1,060 |
| 8 | Grand Junction | $1,110 |
| 9 | Manitou Springs | $1,110 |
| 10 | Greeley | $1,195 |
| 11 | Fruita | $1,230 |
| 12 | Glenwood Springs | $1,230 |
| 13 | Vail | $1,231 |
| 14 | Granby | $1,240 |
| 15 | Evans | $1,260 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $2,370 |
| 2 | Morrison | $2,180 |
| 3 | Peyton | $2,130 |
| 4 | Greenwood Village | $2,110 |
| 5 | Commerce City | $2,110 |
| 6 | Superior | $2,100 |
| 7 | Lone Tree | $2,050 |
| 8 | Thornton | $2,048 |
| 9 | Castle Rock | $2,040 |
| 10 | Evergreen | $2,030 |
| 11 | Erie | $2,030 |
| 12 | Littleton | $2,025 |
| 13 | Parker | $2,010 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $2,010 |
| 15 | Monument | $1,990 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Aurora.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Aurora |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Village, CO | 9.2 mi | $2,110 | +$304 (+17%) |
| Centennial, CO | 10.2 mi | $1,960 | +$154 (+9%) |
| Glendale, CO | 11 mi | $1,678 | $-128 (-7%) |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 11.1 mi | $1,697 | $-109 (-6%) |
| Meridian, CO | 11.3 mi | $1,872 | +$66 (+4%) |
| Denver, CO | 12 mi | $1,874 | +$68 (+4%) |
| Parker, CO | 13.9 mi | $2,010 | +$204 (+11%) |
| Lone Tree, CO | 13.9 mi | $2,050 | +$244 (+14%) |
| Commerce City, CO | 15 mi | $2,110 | +$304 (+17%) |
| Englewood, CO | 15.1 mi | $1,389 | $-417 (-23%) |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 17 mi | $2,370 | +$564 (+31%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 18.2 mi | $1,990 | +$184 (+10%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Aurora — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Aurora?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Aurora, Colorado is $1,806 per month. This is +3% higher than the citywide median of $1,759.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Aurora?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $72,240 ($6,020/month gross), which works out to roughly $34.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Aurora expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Aurora's 1-bedroom median of $1,806 is +29% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Aurora rank for 1-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 65 cities in Colorado with 1-bedroom data, Aurora ranks #41 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Aurora?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Glendale ($1,678), Cherry Creek ($1,697), Englewood ($1,389).