1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fountain, CO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fountain, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +20% lower than the citywide median of $2,125 and +23% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Fountain
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 Fountain
Compare Fountain'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Fountain.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Fountain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security-Widefield, CO | 8.3 mi | $1,570 | $-140 (-8%) |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 17.9 mi | $1,621 | $-89 (-5%) |
| Manitou Springs, CO | 21.6 mi | $1,110 | $-600 (-35%) |
| Pueblo, CO | 25.4 mi | $1,013 | $-697 (-41%) |
| Peyton, CO | 28 mi | $2,130 | +$420 (+25%) |
| Monument, CO | 33.7 mi | $1,990 | +$280 (+16%) |
| Woodland Park, CO | 39.5 mi | $1,430 | $-280 (-16%) |
| Castle Rock, CO | 48.6 mi | $2,040 | +$330 (+19%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 56.9 mi | $1,990 | +$280 (+16%) |
| Parker, CO | 59.6 mi | $2,010 | +$300 (+18%) |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 62.3 mi | $1,697 | $-13 (-1%) |
| Lone Tree, CO | 63.3 mi | $2,050 | +$340 (+20%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Fountain — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Fountain?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Fountain, Colorado is $1,710 per month. This is +20% below the citywide median of $2,125.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Fountain?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $68,400 ($5,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fountain expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fountain's 1-bedroom median of $1,710 is +23% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 70th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fountain rank for 1-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 65 cities in Colorado with 1-bedroom data, Fountain ranks #38 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Fountain?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Security-Widefield ($1,570), Colorado Springs ($1,621), Manitou Springs ($1,110).