How much does it cost to rent in Littleton, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Littleton, CO is $2,065. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Littleton cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Littleton falls in the middle range for Colorado, ranking #34 out of 66 cities at $2,065/mo.

When was Littleton rent data last updated?

Littleton rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Littleton

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Pop. 44,710·34th most expensive in Colorado·Littleton rents are up 7.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,065/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$100

Rising (Monthly)

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Littleton · $2,065

More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Littleton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,065/mo

Expected by trend

$2,181/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Littleton's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,850

1 BR

$2,025

2 BR

$2,423

3 BR

$3,160

4 BR+

$3,540

Research median

$2,423/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$24,780/yr

At $2,065/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Littleton, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 56.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

44,710

Median income

$98,839

Median age

40.8

Renters

38.8%

Age distribution

18.4%

22.4%

24.6%

14.5%

20.1%

Under 1818.4%

18–3422.4%

35–5424.6%

55–6414.5%

65+20.1%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

80.8%

13.3%

White80.8%

Black2.1%

Hispanic13.3%

Asian2.6%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

14.4%

25.1%

56.8%

No HS diploma3.7%

HS diploma14.4%

Some college25.1%

Bachelor's+56.8%

Housing tenure

61.2%

38.8%

Owner61.2%

Renter38.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Littleton, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,610 → $2,065

up 28.3%

Income

$82,997 → $98,839

up 19.1%

Population

45,465 → 44,710

down 1.7%

Renter share

40.3% → 38.8%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

55.4% → 56.8%

+1.4 pts

Median age

40.1 → 40.8

+0.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Littleton, CO has shifted from $1,610 to $2,065, up 28.3% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $98,839 today, compared with $82,997 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Littleton, CO losing about 755 residents over the five-year window, down 1.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 40.3% to 38.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Littleton on your salary?

At $2,065/mo, how Littleton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Littleton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Littleton. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Littleton, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Littleton is $2,065/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,423/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,025/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,160/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($98,839/yr), Littleton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Littleton an affordable city for renters?

Littleton is considered affordable for renters. At $2,065/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($98,839/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Littleton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Littleton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,065/mo in Littleton. The local median household income is $98,839/yr, meaning the typical Littleton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Littleton?

Rent in Littleton has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Littleton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Littleton are 80120 ($1,777/mo), 80123 ($2,017/mo), and 80128 ($2,220/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Littleton is $2,065/mo.

How does Littleton rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Littleton is middle-of-the-pack for Colorado for rent, ranking #34 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,065/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Littleton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Littleton ($2,065/mo): Dakota Ridge ($1,727/mo), Lakewood ($1,814/mo), Englewood ($1,873/mo).

What percentage of Littleton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.8% of Littleton households are renters, while 61.2% are owner-occupied. Littleton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Littleton rent compare to the national average?

Littleton's median rent of $2,065/mo is $100 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #34 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,065/mo, rent takes ~25% of Littleton's median household income ($98,839/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Littleton 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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