What is the average apartment size in Lakewood?

The average size for a Lakewood, CO apartment is 870 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Lakewood?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Lakewood is $1,800 per month, a 1.63% decrease from last years average of $1,830.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Lakewood?

In Lakewood, studios rent for $1,263 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,610 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,958 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,337 per month

What is the average apartment size in Lakewood?

The typical apartment in Lakewood offers about 870 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Lakewood?

Studio apartments in Lakewood average 463 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 713 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,010 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,234 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lakewood?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lakewood include West Lochwood ($1,404/month), Eiber ($1,452/month), and Bear Creek Greenbelt ($1,535/month), all below the citywide average of $1,800.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lakewood?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lakewood are Pheasant Creek ($2,003/month), East Belmar ($2,122/month), and Sister City Park ($2,142/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Lakewood, CO Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Lakewood?

The typical rent budget in Lakewood ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 52% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Lakewood?

In Lakewood, 42% of households rent while 58% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 23, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lakewood is $1,800, a 1.63% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,830.

Studio Apartments at $1,263 offer the most budget-friendly option with 463 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 713 square feet for $1,610, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,958 offer 1,010 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,234 sq ft) for $2,337, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lakewood, CO

Last updated: February 23, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,800	870 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,263	463 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,610	713 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,958	1,010 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,337	1,234 sq. ft.

Lakewood, CO rent trends

Rental prices in Lakewood, CO have decreased by 1.63% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,830 to $1,800.

What's the typical rent budget in Lakewood, CO?

The largest share of rentals in Lakewood, CO (52%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Lakewood, CO?

29,046 or 42% of the households in Lakewood, CO are renter-occupied while 40,250 or 58% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Lakewood?

West Lochwood $1,404/month

Eiber $1,452/month

Bear Creek Greenbelt $1,535/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,800/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lakewood?

Pheasant Creek $2,003/month

East Belmar $2,122/month

Sister City Park $2,142/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Lakewood, CO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Sister City Park	$2,142
East Belmar	$2,122
Pheasant Creek	$2,003
Quailridge Townhome	$1,994
Union Square	$1,893
Marston Slopes	$1,791
Edgewood	$1,764
Greenbriar - Cloverdale	$1,754
Jefferson Gardens	$1,728
Molholm - Two Creeks	$1,701
Morse Park	$1,673
Green Mountain	$1,579
Edgewater	$1,577
Hilltop Estates	$1,565
Bear Creek Greenbelt	$1,535
Eiber	$1,452
West Lochwood	$1,404

Lakewood | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bear Creek Greenbelt is 28% lower than in East Belmar

$1,535

Bear Creek Greenbelt rent is 15% lower than Lakewood average

Average Rent $1,535

$2,122

East Belmar rent is 18% higher than Lakewood average

Average Rent $2,122

How Lakewood Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lakewood	$1,800
Denver	$1,889
Colorado Springs	$1,491
Aurora	$1,642
Boulder	$2,441
Fort Collins	$1,947
Littleton	$2,013
Englewood	$1,890
Broomfield	$1,951
Westminster	$1,813
Castle Rock	$1,985
Thornton	$1,794
Parker	$2,025
Centennial	$2,066
Arvada	$1,822
Northglenn	$1,704
Glendale, CO	$1,621
Golden, CO	$2,181
Wheat Ridge, CO	$1,680
Brighton, CO	$1,888
Commerce City	$1,823

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Lakewood apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.