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Apartments under $1,500 for Rent in Golden, CO

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  1. Building Photo - Summit View Village Apartments
    Exceptional Value
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    1 BED
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450 - $1,520
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,450 - $1,520
         - 12 Month Lease

    Summit View Village Apartments

    17600 W 14th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
    (888) 568-2291
  2. Building Photo - Glen at Lakewood
    $410 Off
    Price Drop. $410 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,376
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,376 - $1,806
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,376 - $1,806
         - 12 Month Lease

    Glen at Lakewood

    453 Van Gordon St, Lakewood, CO 80228
    (720) 730-5695
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395 - $1,550
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,395 - $1,550
         - 12 Month Lease

    Americana Lakewood Apartments

    12598 W Dakota Ave, Lakewood, CO 80228
    (855) 583-2731
  5. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,295 - $1,628
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,295 - $1,628

    Summit at Red Rocks

    12 S Holman Way, Golden, CO 80401
    (720) 452-7671
  8. $201 Off
    Price Drop. $201 Off
    1 BED
    $1,276+
    2 BEDS
    $1,434+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,222 - $1,841
    Required Monthly Fees$53
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,275 - $1,894

    Mountain Vista

    474 S Wright St, Lakewood, CO 80228
    (720) 730-4595
  9. Good Value
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    1 BED
    $949+
    2 BEDS
    $1,249+
    3 BEDS
    $1,449+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$949 - $2,104
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$949 - $2,104
         - 12 Month Lease

    Ridgemoor Apartment Homes

    693 Urban Ct, Lakewood, CO 80401
    (855) 936-3556
  12. Building Photo - Green Mountain Apartments
    1 BED
    $1,063
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,063 - $2,143
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,063 - $2,143

    Green Mountain Apartments

    12641 W Mississippi Ave, Lakewood, CO 80228
    (855) 938-1561
  13. Building Photo - The Pines Apartments
    STUDIO
    $995+
    1 BED
    $1,199+
    2 BEDS
    $1,395+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995 - $1,825
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$995 - $1,825
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Pines Apartments

    148 S Zang Way, Lakewood, CO 80228
    (844) 480-0446
  14. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150 - $1,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150 - $1,250
         - 12 Month Lease

    1150 Nile St

    1150 Nile St, Golden, CO 80401
    (866) 768-2451
  17. STUDIO
    $1,471+
    1 BED
    $1,313+
    Plus Fees

    Notable

    730 Simms St, Lakewood, CO 80401
  21. Building Photo - 1320 Youngfield St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $598
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$598
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$598
         - 6 Month Lease

    1320 Youngfield St

    1320 Youngfield St, Golden, CO 80401
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  22. Building Photo - 16909 W 63rd Ln
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,270
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,270
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,270
         - 6 Month Lease

    16909 W 63rd Ln

    16909 W 63rd Ln, Arvada, CO 80403
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  23. 1 BED, 2 BATHS
    $775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$775
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$775

    11960 W Alameda Pky Unit 4

    11960 W Alameda Pky, Lakewood, CO 80228
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  24. Building Photo - 1411 8th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    1411 8th St

    1411 8th St, Golden, CO 80401
  25. Building Photo - 16881 W 8th Pl
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,395

    16881 W 8th Pl

    16881 W 8th Pl, Golden, CO 80401
  26. Building Photo - 1615 Arapahoe St
    1 BED, 2 BATHS
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    1615 Arapahoe St

    1615 Arapahoe St, Golden, CO 80401
  27. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,395

    1130 10th St Unit 206

    1130 10th St, Golden, CO 80401
  29. Building Photo - 1615 Arapahoe St
    1 BED, 2 BATHS
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    1615 Arapahoe St

    1615 Arapahoe St, Golden, CO 80401
  30. Building Photo - Great Condo in Golden
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    Great Condo in Golden

    16259 W 10th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
  31. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,199
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,199
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,199

    12121 W Nevada Dr Unit 03

    12121 W Nevada Dr, Lakewood, CO 80228
  32. STUDIO
    $849+
    1 BED
    $1,049+
    Plus Fees

    Tabor Lake

    12100 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

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Golden at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,892
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Average Rent in Golden
7

School Rating

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Schools in Golden
17

Some Transit

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Transportation in Golden
46

Somewhat Bikeable

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Golden, CO Apartments for Rent

Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains along Clear Creek, Golden offers apartments for rent in a historic setting where outdoor adventure meets small-town atmosphere. The city, home to the Colorado School of Mines and the Coors Brewery, preserves its rich Gold Rush heritage while embracing contemporary living. Apartment seekers will discover scenic views at every turn, with direct access to hiking trails, rock climbing areas, and the Clear Creek kayak course.

Located just 12 miles west of Denver with W Line light rail service, Golden provides convenient access to the metro area while maintaining its distinct character. The rental market includes both new construction and restored historic buildings throughout downtown and near the Colorado School of Mines campus, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,920 monthly. The walkable downtown district features local shops, the Golden History Museum, and dining establishments. The city hosts major employers including the Coors Brewery and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, while mountain parks and trails offer recreational opportunities minutes from home.

Renting in Golden

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Getting Around Golden

Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
46

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
17

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Golden High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,416 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Bell Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
731 Students
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Manning School of Academics and Arts

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
670 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Mitchell Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
519 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Ralston Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
274 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Fairmount Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
633 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Maple Grove Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
327 Students

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