486 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent in Littleton, CO
Littleton City Guide
Offering mountain views, easy access to Denver and solid dining spots, Littleton delights residents and visitors alike. If you're coming here to look for gold, like the treasure hunters during the 1859 Pike's Peak Gold Rush, you may not find exactly what you seek, unless you really know what you're doing. But after living here for a while, you'll see that there's still gold in the town (we're speaking figuratively, of course). ## Renting in Littleton U.S. currency is what you'll need to pay re
Offering mountain views, easy access to Denver and solid dining spots, Littleton delights residents and visitors alike. If you're coming here to look for gold, like the treasure hunters during the 1859 Pike's Peak Gold Rush, you may not find exactly what you seek, unless you really know what you're doing. But after living here for a while, you'll see that there's still gold in the town (we're speaking figuratively, of course).
Renting in Littleton
U.S. currency is what you'll need to pay rent, so if you've hunted down a pile of gold, exchange some for cash to cover your bills. Overall, rent prices are higher than national averages, but that's a testament to the area's popularity and economic strength.
In general, one-bedroom rental homes in Littleton are priced between $900 and $1,500 per month. Prices vary depending on location, the age of the apartment, amenities offered, and other factors.
One-bedroom homes in Littleton are great for early- and late-career professionals, young couples and retirees looking to downsize. They offer just the right amount of space.
Within Littleton, every neighborhood has one-bedroom rentals. Depending on your needs, one of the following neighborhoods may suit you:
- Downtown: Near shops and eateries, living in downtown puts you in the heart of the action. There are a few newer developments with modern one-bedroom homes, along with some older complexes and multi-family homes.
- Progress Park: Just east of downtown, you'll find one-bedroom apartments here within spacious communities.
- Sterne Park: This neighborhood is situated around expansive Sterne Park. There are some apartment complexes here with one-bedroom homes.
- Ketring Park: This area offers a solid mix of one-bedroom options within new and old complexes and multi-family homes.
- Heritage: On the south side, Heritage has some one-bedroom pads for those looking for more space and a suburban feel.
Living and Working in Littleton
Boasting a population of around 42,000, Littleton has a small town feel while still being right in the midst of a buzzing urban region. In this sense, you get the best of both worlds here.
You'll quickly find that Littleton is a city that's in love with nature. There are countless spots to explore (bring your metal detector, too). Some popular parks include:
- Chatfield State Park: Boat, hike and camp.
- Ketring Park: Fish, jog and fly a kite.
- Belleview Park: Go to the petting zoo and ride the mini-train.
What's also nice about life in Littleton is that you don't have to make the trek to downtown Denver to enjoy a night out. Get together with some friends for drinks and laughs at popular spots like Breckenridge Brewery, Carboy Winery and Saint Patrick's Brewing Company. Enjoy a meal with family on Main Street, where establishments like Jake's Brew Bar, Cafe Terracotta and Spur Coffee await.
Yes, Littleton is packed with excitement at every corner. From learning local history at the Littleton Museum to touring the Hudson Gardens, it's all here. Smile -- and live it up!
Working in Littleton
If you're coming here for work, know the Denver area is one of America's most thriving economic regions, and Littleton is very much a part of that. There are pretty much opportunities in every industry here, from the sciences and arts to education and healthcare.
If you have a job already, know the light rail system runs through Littleton as well, providing you with a way to avoid the traffic during a commute. This makes Littleton a convenient spot to reside in the region.
April 2020 Littleton Rent Report
Welcome to the April 2020 Littleton Rent Report. Littleton rents increased over the past month. In this report, we'll evaluate trends in the Littleton rental market, including comparisons to cities throughout the metro, state, and nation.
April 2020 Littleton Rent Report
Welcome to the April 2020 Littleton Rent Report. Littleton rents increased over the past month. In this report, we'll evaluate trends in the Littleton rental market, including comparisons to cities throughout the metro, state, and nation.
Littleton rents increased moderately over the past month
Littleton rents have increased 0.3% over the past month, and are up slightly by 1.0% in comparison to the same time last year. Currently, median rents in Littleton stand at $1,505 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,905 for a two-bedroom. This is the second straight month that the city has seen rent increases after a decline in January. Littleton's year-over-year rent growth lags the state average of 1.7%, as well as the national average of 1.9%.
Rents rising across the Denver Metro
Throughout the past year, rent increases have been occurring not just in the city of Littleton, but across the entire metro. Of the largest 10 cities that we have data for in the Denver metro, 9 of them have seen prices rise. Here's a look at how rents compare across some of the largest cities in the metro.
- Over the past year, Brighton is the only city in the metro that has seen rents fall, with a decline of 7.2%. Median two-bedrooms there cost $1,689, while one-bedrooms go for $1,332.
- Westminster has seen the fastest rent growth in the metro, with a year-over-year increase of 4.8%. The median two-bedroom there costs $1,653, while one-bedrooms go for $1,306.
- Denver proper has the least expensive rents in the Denver metro, with a two-bedroom median of $1,359; rents increased 0.2% over the past month and 0.9% over the past year.
- Thornton has the most expensive rents of the largest cities in the Denver metro, with a two-bedroom median of $1,931; rents were up 2.3% over the past year but remained flat month-over-month.
Many large cities nationwide show more affordable rents compared to Littleton
As rents have increased marginally in Littleton, a few large cities nationwide have seen rents grow more quickly. Compared to most large cities across the country, Littleton is less affordable for renters.
- Rents increased moderately in other cities across the state, with Colorado as a whole logging rent growth of 1.7% over the past year. For example, rents have grown by 3.1% in Colorado Springs and 0.9% in Fort Collins.
- Littleton's median two-bedroom rent of $1,905 is above the national average of $1,197. Nationwide, rents have grown by 1.9% over the past year compared to the 1.0% rise in Littleton.
- While Littleton's rents rose marginally over the past year, the city of San Francisco saw a decrease of 0.2%.
- Renters will generally find more expensive prices in Littleton than most large cities. For example, Phoenix has a median 2BR rent of $1,106, where Littleton is more than one-and-a-half times that price.
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