1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Highlands Ranch, CO
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Highlands Ranch, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $2,650 and +70% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Highlands Ranch
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 Highlands Ranch
Compare Highlands Ranch'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 (this page) | $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 Highlands Ranch.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Highlands Ranch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Tree, CO | 5.1 mi | $2,050 | $-320 (-14%) |
| Littleton, CO | 6.4 mi | $2,025 | $-345 (-15%) |
| Centennial, CO | 6.8 mi | $1,960 | $-410 (-17%) |
| Englewood, CO | 7.7 mi | $1,389 | $-981 (-41%) |
| Greenwood Village, CO | 7.8 mi | $2,110 | $-260 (-11%) |
| Meridian, CO | 8 mi | $1,872 | $-498 (-21%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 10 mi | $1,990 | $-380 (-16%) |
| Glendale, CO | 11.6 mi | $1,678 | $-692 (-29%) |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 12.5 mi | $1,697 | $-673 (-28%) |
| Denver, CO | 13.3 mi | $1,874 | $-496 (-21%) |
| Lakewood, CO | 14.6 mi | $1,700 | $-670 (-28%) |
| Castle Rock, CO | 16.5 mi | $2,040 | $-330 (-14%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Highlands Ranch — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Highlands Ranch?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Highlands Ranch, Colorado is $2,370 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $2,650.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Highlands Ranch?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $94,800 ($7,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $45.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Highlands Ranch expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Highlands Ranch's 1-bedroom median of $2,370 is +70% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Highlands Ranch rank for 1-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 65 cities in Colorado with 1-bedroom data, Highlands Ranch ranks #65 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Highlands Ranch?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Lone Tree ($2,050), Littleton ($2,025), Centennial ($1,960).