2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Clifton, CO
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Clifton, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +12% lower than the citywide median of $1,371 and +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Clifton
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Clifton
Compare Clifton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $970 |
| 2 | Sterling | $1,030 |
| 3 | Montrose | $1,160 |
| 4 | Stratmoor | $1,185 |
| 5 | Clifton (this page) | $1,200 |
| 6 | Cortez | $1,200 |
| 7 | Pueblo | $1,330 |
| 8 | Manitou Springs | $1,340 |
| 9 | Granby | $1,370 |
| 10 | Rifle | $1,390 |
| 11 | Grand Junction | $1,436 |
| 12 | Greeley | $1,525 |
| 13 | Woodland Park | $1,580 |
| 14 | Fruita | $1,590 |
| 15 | Evans | $1,600 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $2,833 |
| 2 | Morrison | $2,610 |
| 3 | Peyton | $2,570 |
| 4 | Commerce City | $2,530 |
| 5 | Superior | $2,529 |
| 6 | Greenwood Village | $2,520 |
| 7 | Erie | $2,520 |
| 8 | Thornton | $2,453 |
| 9 | Lone Tree | $2,450 |
| 10 | Castle Rock | $2,440 |
| 11 | Evergreen | $2,430 |
| 12 | Littleton | $2,423 |
| 13 | Parker | $2,405 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $2,405 |
| 15 | Monument | $2,400 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Clifton.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Clifton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction, CO | 8.1 mi | $1,436 | +$236 (+20%) |
| Fruita, CO | 25.7 mi | $1,590 | +$390 (+33%) |
| Rifle, CO | 49.4 mi | $1,390 | +$190 (+16%) |
| Montrose, CO | 62.9 mi | $1,160 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 85 mi | $1,620 | +$420 (+35%) |
| Eagle, CO | 121.6 mi | $2,090 | +$890 (+74%) |
| Aspen, CO | 121.8 mi | $2,240 | +$1,040 (+87%) |
| Durango, CO | 122 mi | $1,670 | +$470 (+39%) |
| Cortez, CO | 125.8 mi | $1,200 | — |
| Vernal, UT | 127.1 mi | $930 | $-270 (-22%) |
| Vail, CO | 145.8 mi | $1,669 | +$469 (+39%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 147.2 mi | $2,030 | +$830 (+69%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Clifton — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Clifton?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Clifton, Colorado is $1,200 per month. This is +12% below the citywide median of $1,371.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Clifton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,000 ($4,000/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Clifton expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Clifton's 2-bedroom median of $1,200 is +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 20th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Clifton rank for 2-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 2-bedroom data, Clifton ranks #5 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Clifton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Montrose ($1,160), Vernal ($930).