1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cherry Creek, CO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Cherry Creek, Colorado as of August 2026. That's +10% lower than the citywide median of $1,868 and +20% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Cherry Creek
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 Cherry Creek
Compare Cherry Creek'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 | Grand Junction | $1,110 |
| 8 | Manitou Springs | $1,110 |
| 9 | Greeley | $1,195 |
| 10 | Fruita | $1,230 |
| 11 | Glenwood Springs | $1,230 |
| 12 | Vail | $1,231 |
| 13 | Granby | $1,240 |
| 14 | Evans | $1,260 |
| 15 | Durango | $1,270 |
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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Cherry Creek.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Cherry Creek |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian, CO | 4.7 mi | $1,872 | +$199 (+12%) |
| Parker, CO | 4.7 mi | $2,010 | +$337 (+20%) |
| Lone Tree, CO | 7.5 mi | $2,050 | +$377 (+23%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 7.9 mi | $1,990 | +$317 (+19%) |
| Centennial, CO | 8.3 mi | $1,960 | +$287 (+17%) |
| Greenwood Village, CO | 8.4 mi | $2,110 | +$437 (+26%) |
| Aurora, CO | 11.1 mi | $1,806 | +$133 (+8%) |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 12.5 mi | $2,370 | +$697 (+42%) |
| Glendale, CO | 15.6 mi | $1,678 | +$5 (0%) |
| Castle Rock, CO | 16 mi | $2,040 | +$367 (+22%) |
| Englewood, CO | 16.1 mi | $1,389 | $-284 (-17%) |
| Denver, CO | 17.4 mi | $1,874 | +$201 (+12%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Cherry Creek — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cherry Creek?
As of August 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Cherry Creek, Colorado is $1,673 per month. This is +10% below the citywide median of $1,868.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Cherry Creek?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,920 ($5,577/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.17/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cherry Creek expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cherry Creek's 1-bedroom median of $1,673 is +20% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 68th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cherry Creek rank for 1-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 1-bedroom data, Cherry Creek ranks #33 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Cherry Creek?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Englewood ($1,389).