How much does it cost to rent in Castle Rock, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Castle Rock, CO is $2,493. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Castle Rock cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Castle Rock is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #14 out of 66 cities tracked at $2,493/mo.

When was Castle Rock rent data last updated?

Castle Rock rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Castle Rock

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Pop. 79,123·14th most expensive in Colorado·Castle Rock rents are up 16.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,493/mo

Year-over-Year

+16.9%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

+$528

Rising (Monthly)

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Castle Rock · $2,493

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Castle Rock's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,493/mo

Expected by trend

$2,447/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Castle Rock's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,870

1 BR

$2,040

2 BR

$2,440

3 BR

$3,185

4 BR+

$3,565

Research median

$2,440/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,916/yr

At $2,493/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 16.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+16.9% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Castle Rock, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 55.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

79,123

Median income

$145,197

Median age

36.5

Renters

21.2%

Age distribution

26.1%

21.2%

30.9%

Under 1826.1%

18–3421.2%

35–5430.9%

55–6410.4%

65+11.4%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

81.2%

White81.2%

Black0.8%

Hispanic11.7%

Asian2.6%

Other3.7%

Education (25+)

13.7%

27.6%

55.9%

No HS diploma2.9%

HS diploma13.7%

Some college27.6%

Bachelor's+55.9%

Housing tenure

78.8%

21.2%

Owner78.8%

Renter21.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Castle Rock, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,884 → $2,493

up 32.3%

Income

$121,388 → $145,197

up 19.6%

Population

71,037 → 79,123

up 11.4%

Renter share

21.7% → 21.2%

-0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

52% → 55.9%

+3.9 pts

Median age

35.7 → 36.5

+0.8 yrs

The median rent in Castle Rock, CO stood at $1,884 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,493, reflecting a 32.3% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $121,388 in 2021 to $145,197 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 11.4% since 2021, moving from about 71,037 residents to roughly 79,123. College-educated residents now make up 55.9% of adults here, versus 52% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Castle Rock, CO market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Castle Rock on your salary?

At $2,493/mo, how Castle Rock rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 50.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Castle Rock rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Castle Rock. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Castle Rock, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Castle Rock is $2,493/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,440/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,185/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($145,197/yr), Castle Rock ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Rock an affordable city for renters?

Castle Rock is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,493/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($145,197/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Castle Rock falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Castle Rock?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,493/mo in Castle Rock. The local median household income is $145,197/yr, meaning the typical Castle Rock household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Castle Rock?

Rent in Castle Rock has increased 16.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Castle Rock neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Castle Rock are 80104 ($2,474/mo), and 80109 ($2,699/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Castle Rock is $2,493/mo.

How does Castle Rock rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Castle Rock is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #14 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,493/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Castle Rock?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Castle Rock ($2,493/mo): Cherry Creek ($1,894/mo), Lone Tree ($2,011/mo), Monument ($2,148/mo).

What percentage of Castle Rock residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.2% of Castle Rock households are renters, while 78.8% are owner-occupied. Castle Rock leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Castle Rock rent compare to the national average?

Castle Rock's median rent of $2,493/mo is $528 (27%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #14 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,493/mo, rent takes ~21% of Castle Rock's median household income ($145,197/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Castle Rock 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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