Last updated on October 5, 2026

Average rent in
Aurora, CO

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Aurora rent stands today

    Aurora, CO rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters are paying $15 more per month on average than last year, but the month-over-month rent has softened by 1.0%.

  • Aurora sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 661 total rentals available across the city.

  • Price ranges

    Studios and 1-bedrooms in Aurora run around $1,100/month, while 2-bedrooms sit near $1,795/month and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,995/month. Houses command a median of $2,600/month compared to $1,349/month for apartments, presenting a wide range of price options for renters.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Morris Heights rents fell 54.9% year over year to $1,151/month across 14 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide trend of stable rents and shows a localized cooldown in this neighborhood.

Median rent

Median rent in Aurora

$1,800/mo

increased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Aurora is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.

$1.45

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Aurora

661

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Aurora rentals at each price point

35%26%18%9%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Aurora, CO

Average rent prices in Aurora have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Aurora, CO

Rent prices in Aurora vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Aurora is $1,349, whereas a house costs $2,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Aurora run $1,119 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,585.

Listings

Studio

$1,102

3%

1%

1 bedroom

$1,106

1%

2%

2 bedroom

$1,795

1%

3%

3 bedroom

$2,495

1%

2%

4 bedroom

$2,995

2%

3%

Studio

Average rent

$1,102

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

1%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,106

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,795

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,495

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,995

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

3%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Aurora, CO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Aurora, CO compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Aurora and Arvada by all bedroom counts and property types.

Aurora

Median rent price$1,800
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,801
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Aurora, CO is equal to the median rent in Arvada, CO.

Discover rentals in Aurora, CO

3792 S Gibralter St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in Aurora

Bedroom with bay window and vaulted ceilings

3792 S Gibralter St, Aurora, CO 80013

1 bed

1 bath

$700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
1623 S Fairplay St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Willow Park house for rent in Aurora

1 bed

2 baths

$700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
1463 Macon St #304 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Delmar Parkway apartment for rent in Aurora

1 bed

1 bath

$725

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Elm Grove Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

Elm Grove Apartments

11852 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80010

1 bed

1 bath

$740

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Frequently asked questions for Aurora, CO

Quick answers to common questions about the Aurora rental market.

How much is rent in Aurora?

The average rent in Aurora is $1,800 per month as of October 3, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Aurora?

Average rent prices in Aurora have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

How does Aurora rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Aurora is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Aurora?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora are Delmar Parkway ($1,000/mo), North Aurora ($1,095/mo), and Laredo Highline ($1,225/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Aurora?

To comfortably afford rent in Aurora, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Aurora?

December represents the best time to apartment hunt in Aurora, offering both the lowest seasonal rents and the least competition among renters, with approximately 6% lower prices than peak February rates.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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