Long-term Rental Rates — August 2026 · ZIPs: 80401,80403
Local market data by Laurel Property Services
As of August 2026, rental prices in Golden, CO range from $1,731 to $3,572 per month depending on property type and bedroom count.
The biggest year-over-year change is a -13.06% decrease for 2BR condo/townhome units in Golden, CO.
For 3BR units in Golden, CO, single-family homes rent for $3,234 compared to $2,587 for condo/townhomes.
What is the range of median rents in Golden, CO as of August 2026?
Median rents in Golden, CO range from $1,731 per month for 1BR apartments up to $3,572 per month for 4BR single-family and apartment units as of August 2026.
How much do single-family homes exceed condo/townhomes for the same bedroom count in Golden, CO?
As of August 2026, single-family homes exceed condo/townhomes for 3BR units by $647 per month ($3,234 vs $2,587), and for 4BR units by $343 per month ($3,572 vs $3,229).
Which segment experienced the largest annual rent increase in Golden, CO and is that growth broad or concentrated?
The segment with the largest annual rent increase is 3BR single-family homes, which grew 1.88% year-over-year, and the YoY gain is concentrated in 3BR and 4BR single-family homes (4BR grew 1.65% YoY) while other segments declined.
What is the most expensive property and bedroom combination in Golden, CO?
The most expensive segment is 4BR single-family homes and 4BR apartments, both renting at $3,572 per month in Golden, CO as of August 2026.
Golden, CO
August 2026
80401,80403
Long-term Rental Rates
Apartment
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,657 – $1,820
-4.64%
-3.92%
2-Bedroom
$1,755 – $1,940
-3.57%
-8.63%
3-Bedroom
$2,571 – $2,785
1.48%
-8.60%
4-Bedroom
$3,318 – $3,573
2.92%
-5.72%
Condo/Townhome
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,861 – $1,956
2.11%
-2.19%
2-Bedroom
$1,870 – $2,026
-5.62%
-11.73%
3-Bedroom
$2,562 – $2,860
0.20%
-8.95%
4-Bedroom
$3,230 – $3,499
-6.08%
-8.86%
Single-Family
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$2,011 – $2,144
-2.65%
-3.32%
2-Bedroom
$2,282 – $2,433
2.30%
-5.48%
3-Bedroom
$3,053 – $3,341
4.67%
-1.44%
4-Bedroom
$3,461 – $3,825
4.22%
1.63%
Data updated: September 23, 2026
Golden Rental Trends
Within Golden (80401), 3-bedroom single-family homes reached a median rent of $3,234 in August 2026, posting a substantial 12.06% month-over-month and 1.88% year-over-year increase. These gains make 3BR single-family units the fastest-appreciating segment, suggesting renewed interest among renters for larger detached properties.
Median rent for 2-bedroom condo/townhomes in Golden (80401) fell 6.07% month-over-month to $1,881 and declined 13.06% year-over-year. In comparison, 2-bedroom apartments experienced a slight 0.21% MoM increase, despite their 7.64% drop YoY, highlighting sharper short-term weakness in the condo/townhome segment.
Across the segments, Golden (80401) rental trends show that 1-bedroom condo/townhomes outpace 1-bedroom apartments, commanding $1,822 versus $1,731—a $91 difference. Both segments posted annual declines, with apartments down 0.77% YoY and condo/townhomes down 4.05% YoY.
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