Golden, CO Rent History

105 months of data, 2018–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$2,100
1-year change
-0.4%
$-9/mo
5-year change
+17.1%
$306/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Golden

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$1,499/mo—0.0%
2019$1,567/mo+4.5%+4.5%
2020$1,596/mo+1.9%+6.5%
2021$1,690/mo+5.9%+12.7%
2022$1,910/mo+13.0%+27.4%
2023$2,017/mo+5.6%+34.6%
2024$2,063/mo+2.3%+37.6%
2025$2,143/mo+3.9%+43.0%
2026$2,092/mo-2.4%+39.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Golden changed since 2018?

Median rent in Golden, CO was $1,486 in 2018-01 and is $2,100 as of 2026-09 — a change of $614 per month over 8 years.

How much has Golden rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Golden, CO has changed +17.1% ($306 per month). The current median is $2,100.

Is rent in Golden going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Golden, CO has decreased -0.4% ($-9/mo). Current median: $2,100.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.