2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Vail, CO
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Vail, Colorado as of October 2026. That's +57% lower than the citywide median of $3,870 and +1% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Vail
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Vail
Compare Vail's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $970 |
| 2 | Sterling | $1,030 |
| 3 | Trinidad | $1,130 |
| 4 | Montrose | $1,160 |
| 5 | Stratmoor | $1,185 |
| 6 | Clifton | $1,200 |
| 7 | Cortez | $1,200 |
| 8 | Pueblo | $1,330 |
| 9 | Manitou Springs | $1,340 |
| 10 | Granby | $1,370 |
| 11 | Grand Junction | $1,436 |
| 12 | Greeley | $1,525 |
| 13 | Woodland Park | $1,580 |
| 14 | Fruita | $1,590 |
| 15 | Evans | $1,600 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $2,833 |
| 2 | Morrison | $2,610 |
| 3 | Peyton | $2,570 |
| 4 | Commerce City | $2,530 |
| 5 | Superior | $2,529 |
| 6 | Greenwood Village | $2,520 |
| 7 | Erie | $2,520 |
| 8 | Thornton | $2,453 |
| 9 | Lone Tree | $2,450 |
| 10 | Castle Rock | $2,440 |
| 11 | Evergreen | $2,430 |
| 12 | Littleton | $2,423 |
| 13 | Parker | $2,405 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $2,405 |
| 15 | Monument | $2,400 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Vail.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Vail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverthorne, CO | 10.8 mi | $2,090 | +$421 (+25%) |
| Eagle, CO | 24.9 mi | $2,090 | +$421 (+25%) |
| Basalt, CO | 33.2 mi | $2,380 | +$711 (+43%) |
| Aspen, CO | 38.7 mi | $2,240 | +$571 (+34%) |
| Granby, CO | 47.7 mi | $1,370 | $-299 (-18%) |
| Carbondale, CO | 60 mi | $2,250 | +$581 (+35%) |
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 63.2 mi | $1,620 | $-49 (-3%) |
| Evergreen, CO | 65.5 mi | $2,430 | +$761 (+46%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 69.6 mi | $2,030 | +$361 (+22%) |
| Golden, CO | 77.9 mi | $2,200 | +$531 (+32%) |
| Boulder, CO | 81.7 mi | $2,202 | +$533 (+32%) |
| Morrison, CO | 81.7 mi | $2,610 | +$941 (+56%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Vail — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Vail?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Vail, Colorado is $1,669 per month. This is +57% below the citywide median of $3,870.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Vail?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,760 ($5,563/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.10/hour at a full-time job.
Is Vail expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Vail's 2-bedroom median of $1,669 is +1% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 50th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Vail rank for 2-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 68 cities in Colorado with 2-bedroom data, Vail ranks #19 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Vail?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Granby ($1,370), Glenwood Springs ($1,620).