4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cortez, CO
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Cortez, Colorado as of October 2026. That's +16% higher than the citywide median of $1,747 and +20% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Cortez
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Cortez
Compare Cortez's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trinidad | $1,500 |
| 2 | Sterling | $1,550 |
| 3 | Alamosa | $1,610 |
| 4 | Pueblo | $1,892 |
| 5 | Montrose | $1,950 |
| 6 | Clifton | $2,020 |
| 7 | Cortez (this page) | $2,020 |
| 8 | Manitou Springs | $2,150 |
| 9 | Northglenn | $2,204 |
| 10 | Granby | $2,300 |
| 11 | Timnath | $2,400 |
| 12 | Grand Junction | $2,412 |
| 13 | Greeley | $2,420 |
| 14 | Loveland | $2,460 |
| 15 | Glenwood Springs | $2,500 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $4,140 |
| 2 | Peyton | $4,110 |
| 3 | Erie | $3,920 |
| 4 | Monument | $3,840 |
| 5 | Morrison | $3,810 |
| 6 | Commerce City | $3,700 |
| 7 | Greenwood Village | $3,680 |
| 8 | Thornton | $3,583 |
| 9 | Lone Tree | $3,580 |
| 10 | Aspen | $3,580 |
| 11 | Louisville | $3,570 |
| 12 | Castle Rock | $3,565 |
| 13 | Evergreen | $3,550 |
| 14 | Littleton | $3,540 |
| 15 | Parker | $3,515 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Cortez.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Cortez |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington, NM | 55.1 mi | $1,670 | $-350 (-17%) |
| Durango, CO | 61.5 mi | $2,670 | +$650 (+32%) |
| Montrose, CO | 104.6 mi | $1,950 | $-70 (-3%) |
| Grand Junction, CO | 124.5 mi | $2,412 | +$392 (+19%) |
| Fruita, CO | 125.5 mi | $2,670 | +$650 (+32%) |
| Clifton, CO | 125.8 mi | $2,020 | — |
| Carbondale, CO | 171.9 mi | $3,340 | +$1,320 (+65%) |
| Aspen, CO | 191.1 mi | $3,580 | +$1,560 (+77%) |
| Los Alamos, NM | 197 mi | $2,350 | +$330 (+16%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Cortez — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Cortez?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Cortez, Colorado is $2,020 per month. This is +16% higher than the citywide median of $1,747.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Cortez?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,800 ($6,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cortez expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cortez's 4+ bedroom median of $2,020 is +20% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 29th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cortez rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 64 cities in Colorado with 4+ bedroom data, Cortez ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Cortez?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Farmington ($1,670), Montrose ($1,950).