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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Updated cabinetry
  • Oversized walk-in closet
  • Convenient on-site facilities

Location

285 S Jay St, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA|North Alameda
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Management

Altos Realty & Property Management

Leasing office

(303) 747-4782

Property Overview

285 S Jay Street presents a highly rated rental option, achieving a 7.8 overall score from Zumper, with notable advantages such as on-site laundry, off-street parking, and updated cabinetry. The property excels in location with a 9/10 rating, offering convenient access to transportation, schools, and amenities, while also demonstrating impressive value with a competitive price rating of 8/10. Additionally, the property's transparency and detailed presentation enhance its trustworthiness, providing renters with a comprehensive view of what to expect.

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

7.8
Very Good
285 S Jay Street 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 Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit availableClean & Affordable 1BR in Lakewood – Parking, On-Site Laundry & Huge Closet! Welcome to 285 Jay St #20 — a comfortable and budget-friendly 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a prime Lakewood location. This unit features low-maintenance LVP flooring in the kitchen, living room, hallway, and bathroom, with soft carpet in the bedroom. The kitchen comes equipped with updated cabinetry, and the through-the-wall A/C keeps the space cool and comfortable. The bedroom boasts an oversized walk-in closet, offering tons of storage space — a rare find at this price point. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of a dedicated off-street parking space and on-site laundry facilities. Priced to move fast — don’t miss out on this great value!

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Amenities for 285 S Jay Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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HomeApartments in LakewoodNorth Alameda 285 S Jay Street

Clean & Affordable 1BR in Lakewood – Parking, On-Site Laundry & Huge Closet! Welcome to 285 Jay St #20 — a comfortable and budget-friendly 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a prime Lakewood location. This unit features low-maintenance LVP flooring in the kitchen, living room, hallway, and bathroom, with soft carpet in the bedroom. The kitchen comes equipped with updated cabinetry, and the through-the-wall A/C keeps the space cool and comfortable. The bedroom boasts an oversized walk-in closet, offering tons of storage space — a rare find at this price point. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of a dedicated off-street parking space and on-site laundry facilities. Priced to move fast — don’t miss out on this great value!


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
285 S Jay Street 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 Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 285 S Jay Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 285 S Jay Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in North Alameda. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 285 S Jay Street 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.
285 S Jay Street 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·6A 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.
While 285 S Jay Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 285 S Jay Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in North Alameda

1-bedroom apartments at 285 S Jay Street cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Alameda.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
North Alameda
Lakewood
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,599
October 2023$1,595
November 2023$1,488
December 2023$1,491
January 2024$1,491
February 2024$1,455
March 2024$1,478
April 2024$1,617
May 2024$1,660
June 2024$1,638
July 2024$1,623
August 2024$1,629
September 2024$1,600
October 2024$1,609
November 2024$1,525
December 2024$1,452
January 2025$1,547
February 2025$1,548
March 2025$1,577
April 2025$1,630
May 2025$1,620
June 2025$1,529
July 2025$1,486
August 2025$1,431
September 2025$1,431
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in North Alameda
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,195
July 2024$1,295
August 2024$1,293
September 2024$1,267
October 2024$1,145
November 2024$1,145
May 2025$1,190
June 2025$1,190
July 2025$1,190
August 2025$1,303
September 2025$1,250

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near 285 S Jay Street

Emory Elementary School

1275 south teller st

lakewood, CO, 80232

K-6Public
C

Jefferson County Open Elementary School

7655 west 10th ave

lakewood, CO, 80215

PK, K-6Public
B

Dennison Elementary School

401 independence st

lakewood, CO, 80226

K-6Public
A

Miller Special Education

200 kipling st

lakewood, CO, 80226

PK, K-12Public

Sobesky Academy

2001 hoyt st

lakewood, CO, 80215

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

North Alameda | Lakewood, CO

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

Getting around Lakewood near 285 S Jay St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 285 S Jay St, Lakewood

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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