1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Golden, CO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Golden, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +20% lower than the citywide median of $2,295 and +32% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Golden
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 Golden
Compare Golden'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 Golden.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Golden |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arvada, CO | 9.7 mi | $1,983 | +$143 (+8%) |
| Wheat Ridge, CO | 11.3 mi | $1,660 | $-180 (-10%) |
| Morrison, CO | 12.4 mi | $2,180 | +$340 (+18%) |
| Lakewood, CO | 12.6 mi | $1,700 | $-140 (-8%) |
| Superior, CO | 13.9 mi | $2,100 | +$260 (+14%) |
| Louisville, CO | 14.1 mi | $1,970 | +$130 (+7%) |
| Evergreen, CO | 15.5 mi | $2,030 | +$190 (+10%) |
| Westminster, CO | 16.1 mi | $1,814 | $-26 (-1%) |
| Boulder, CO | 16.5 mi | $1,818 | $-22 (-1%) |
| Federal Heights, CO | 19.1 mi | $1,660 | $-180 (-10%) |
| Broomfield, CO | 19.7 mi | $2,010 | +$170 (+9%) |
| Lafayette, CO | 19.9 mi | $1,770 | $-70 (-4%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Golden — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Golden?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Golden, Colorado is $1,840 per month. This is +20% below the citywide median of $2,295.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Golden?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,600 ($6,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Golden expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Golden's 1-bedroom median of $1,840 is +32% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 76th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Golden rank for 1-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 65 cities in Colorado with 1-bedroom data, Golden ranks #44 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Golden?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Wheat Ridge ($1,660), Lakewood ($1,700), Westminster ($1,814).