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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Updated appliances
  • Smoke free building
  • Renovated apartment
  • Propane grill
  • 1 off street parking space

Location

161 S Emerson St, Denver, CO 80209, USA|Speer
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Management

3rd Street Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(720) 807-6544 ext. 2

Property Overview

161 South Emerson offers updated appliances and a renovated apartment, ensuring modern living in a smoke-free environment. The property also features a dishwasher, a propane grill for outdoor cooking, and one off-street parking space, enhancing convenience. With these attributes, it presents a favorable living option in its area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
161 South Emerson is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath450 sqft$1,135 /mo1 unit availableThis is a great 1 Bed 1 Bath renovated apartment. New bathroom with updated appliances. New onsite large capacity laundry machines. This apartment is vacant and ready for move in and includes 1 off street parking space. 161 S. Emerson St. is a beautiful Apartment Complex with 1 bedroom apartments located in the heart of Denver. Great location, great neighborhood, close to all your Denver travel and shopping needs and a lovely little side patio with tables and chairs, box gardens, and a propane grill. Close to parks, I-25, Whole Foods, Cherry Creek Shopping district, bike trails, Washington Park, and more! Gas, water, sewer, and trash included at $60/month. Electric, cable, and internet are tenant's responsibility. Smoke free building. Deposit is $800 with a 1 year lease.

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Amenities for 161 South Emerson

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Grounds

Free Off Street Parking
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Applicants

One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 161 South Emerson

HomeApartments in DenverSpeer 161 South Emerson

This is a great 1 Bed 1 Bath renovated apartment. New bathroom with updated appliances. New onsite large capacity laundry machines. This apartment is vacant and ready for move in and includes 1 off street parking space. 161 S. Emerson St. is a beautiful Apartment Complex with 1 bedroom apartments located in the heart of Denver. Great location, great neighborhood, close to all your Denver travel and shopping needs and a lovely little side patio with tables and chairs, box gardens, and a propane grill. Close to parks, I-25, Whole Foods, Cherry Creek Shopping district, bike trails, Washington Park, and more! Gas, water, sewer, and trash included at $60/month. Electric, cable, and internet are tenant's responsibility. Smoke free building. Deposit is $800 with a 1 year lease.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
161 South Emerson is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 161 South Emerson
Price·6A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
161 South Emerson is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 161 South Emerson is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
161 South Emerson is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
161 South Emerson has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
161 South Emerson provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 161 South Emerson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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No in-unit dishwasher
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Rent trends in Speer

1-bedroom apartments at 161 South Emerson cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Speer.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Speer
Denver
A table of studio rental data trends in Denver
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,514
April 2024$1,551
May 2024$1,572
June 2024$1,548
July 2024$1,520
August 2024$1,513
September 2024$1,466
October 2024$1,441
November 2024$1,415
December 2024$1,449
January 2025$1,453
February 2025$1,424
March 2025$1,394
April 2025$1,388
May 2025$1,400
June 2025$1,393
July 2025$1,377
August 2025$1,369
September 2025$1,352
October 2025$1,364
November 2025$1,367
December 2025$1,338
January 2026$1,310
February 2026$1,297
A table of studio rental data trends in Speer
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,312
April 2024$1,341
May 2024$1,513
June 2024$1,678
July 2024$1,743
August 2024$1,755
September 2024$1,725
October 2024$1,735
November 2024$1,731
December 2024$1,733
January 2025$1,718
February 2025$1,736
March 2025$1,613
April 2025$1,594
May 2025$1,607
June 2025$1,492
July 2025$1,452
August 2025$1,422
September 2025$1,414
October 2025$1,417
November 2025$1,407
December 2025$1,454
January 2026$1,417
February 2026$1,407

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,135.
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Schools near 161 South Emerson

Steele Elementary School

320 south marion parkway

denver, CO, 80209

K-5Public
A-

Stephen Knight Center for Early Education

3245 east exposition ave

denver, CO, 80209

PK, KPublic
B

Creativity Challenge Community

1551 s monroe st

denver, CO, 80210

K-5Public
B+

Polaris Elementary School

410 park ave west

denver, CO, 80205

1-5Public
A-

Pascual Ledoux Academy

1055 south hazel ct

denver, CO, 80219

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Speer | Denver, CO

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Denver near 161 S Emerson St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 161 S Emerson St, Denver

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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