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Frequently asked questions
How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Denver, CO?
The median Denver, CO rent is $1,880 which is above the national median rent of $1,469. In addition to the rent cost, you need to also account for costs of basic utilities consisting of water, garbage, electric and natural gas. Check with your local Denver utilities for estimates.
How many Apartments are available now in Denver, CO?
There are currently 21.8k apartments for rent on the Zillow platform in Denver, which fluctuated 0.21% over the past 30-days.
How does HotPads make it easier to find an apartment in Denver, CO?
HotPads amenity filters and keyword searches allow you to target exactly what you're looking for in the Denver, CO area. We surface the largest marketplace of apartment rentals to search through, so you can feel confident you'll find the best available rental in Denver. When new apartment listings come on-market, our recommended searches will notify you in real-time, giving you an advantage to contact landlords and property managers as fast as possible.
Why Move to Denver, CO?
Thinking of moving to Denver, Colorado? Here's what you need to know before renting your Denver home.
Denver, being the capital of Colorado, is also the gateway to the great Rocky Mountains. The “Mile High City” is located just 12 miles east of the Front Range, a mountain range of the Southern Rockies within Central Colorado, and as a result, Denver residents enjoy a short distance to world-class skiing, rock climbing, hiking and biking trails. Denverites have warmly welcomed visitors and new residents since its inception as a mining and supply town for the gold rush in the mid-19th century, and Denver has been growing steadily ever since. The city of Denver has a population of nearly 730,000 reported in 2020; the larger metro surrounding Denver (including cities of Aurora and Lakewood) reports a population of almost 3 million people.
Who Lives in Denver?
While growing families occupy the surrounding suburbs, the city of Denver is a diverse oasis for the youthful and unattached. The city population skews younger, with only 30% of residents over the age of 45 and 60% of the population unmarried. The rate of home ownership is 49.6%; a pretty even split between homeowners and renters.
Random fact: residents of Denver have a life expectancy of 80.02 years.
Who are the Denver, CO Local Politicians?
When moving to a new area it’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the local politics and city council members. They represent the interests of their constituents, potentially you. Here’s some quick insight into the Denver City Council:
Denver Mayor: Michael Hancock (D)
Denver City Council Members:
Use this Council Districts map to find out which district you could potentially be living in and match with the council member below.
- Council District 1 - Amanda P. Sandoval
- Council District 2 - Kevin Flynn
- Council District 3 - Jamie Torres
- Council District 4 - Kendra Black
- Council District 5 - Amanda Sawyer
- Council District 6 - Paul Kashmann
- Council District 7 - Jolon Clark, President
- Council District 8 - Christopher Herndon
- Council District 9 - Candi CdeBaca
- Council District 10 - Chris Hinds
- Council District 11 - Stacie Gilmore
- Council At-Large - Robin Kniech
- Council At-Large - Deborah 'Debbie' Ortega
What’s an overview of the Denver, CO Economy?
Young professionals thrive in Denver as the city has topped Forbes' list of the “Best Places for Business and Careers” the past few years in a row. Denver's economy is propelled by booming growth from various industries including manufacturing, technology, agriculture and the services sector (mainly tourism). Its geographical location means railroads are still big business, while the growing presence of high-tech companies pump up the local economy.
Economic Stats for Denver
Denver Employment Rates:
Denver's unemployment rate hovers around 3.0%, which is below the US average of 3.9%. The Denver job market increased 2.8% YoY. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 45.0%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%. Average household income in Denver is $93,650 with a poverty rate of 13.76%.
Denver Tax Rates:
Denver sales tax is 7.7% (US average is 7.3%) Denver Income tax rate is 4.8% (US average is 4.6%) Property tax rate in Denver is 7.15% (subject to additional tax based on district)
How is the Traffic Congestion, Public Transportation and Walkability Around Denver?
Traffic Congestion in Denver:
Unfortunately, Denver, CO has some of the worst traffic congestion in the United States. The INRIX traffic scorecard for 2019 rates Denver, CO the 21st most congested city in the Country. To reduce time wasted in traffic, Denver residents opt for biking to and from work or public transportation.
Biking or Cycling around Denver:
Transportation around town is an easy task by bicycle, as Denver ranks among the most bike-friendly cities in the U.S., with more than 250 miles of designated bicycle lanes.
Public Transportation for Denver:
RTD (Regional Transportation District), the public transportation system in Denver, is among the best in the country, linking the city of Denver to the surrounding areas by way of busses and light rail. Hundreds of daily busses service eight surrounding counties for a convenient and inexpensive alternative to driving.
Is Denver walkable?
Denver is overall a walking-friendly city. The closer to downtown the more walkable the city is but the further out the neighborhoods get, the less walkable they become.
What Activities to do in Denver?
The proximity to the mountains means anything goes in terms of outdoor activities. Denver's museums and performing arts centers garner national recognition for their collections, as well as their unique designs. Small art galleries line the neighborhood of LoDo (Lower Downtown), mixing perfectly with lively bars serving locally brewed beer. For music lovers, a show at Fiddler's Green or the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater makes for an unforgettable night. The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo honors the city's cowboy heritage every January. After checking out the cowboys, don't forget to cheer on the Denver Broncos, the local NFL team. Denver is home to some of the most raucous sports fans in the country, all supporting the hometown teams: Broncos (NFL), Rockies (MLB), Nuggets (NBA) and Avalanche (NHL).
What are the Safest Neighborhoods in Denver, CO?
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