Last updated on November 10, 2026

Average rent in
Centennial, CO

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Centennial, CO rent slipped 2.2% year over year, with a current median of $2,636/month. Renters today are paying $58 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend since the peak in mid-2025.

  • Centennial runs 38.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets with a total of 95 rentals available across the city.

  • Price ranges

    Rents in Centennial range from studios at $1,893/month to 4+ bedrooms at $3,350/month, with houses commanding a median of $2,835/month and apartments at $1,840/month. The inventory is dominated by houses (63.6%) and larger units, with 3-bedroom and 4+ bedroom units making up over half of rentals.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Broadway Estates rents fell 58.9% year over year to $1,200/month across 12 rentals, a stark contrast to the citywide decline of 2.2%. Cherry Knolls also cooled with a 46.6% drop to $1,440/month, showing significant localized shifts in Centennial's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Centennial

$2,636/mo

decreased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Centennial is $2,636 per month as of November 2026. This is 39% above the national average rent, or $736 more per month.

$1.44

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Centennial

95

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Centennial rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Centennial, CO

Average rent prices in Centennial have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased 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 Centennial, CO

Rent prices in Centennial vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Centennial is $1,840, whereas a house costs $2,835. 1-bedroom apartments in Centennial run $1,575 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,114.

Listings

Studio

$1,893

2%

5%

1 bedroom

$1,543

1%

4%

2 bedroom

$2,000

1%

4%

3 bedroom

$2,719

1%

2%

4 bedroom

$3,350

2%

5%

Studio

Average rent

$1,893

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

5%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,543

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,000

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,719

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,350

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

5%

Saddle Rock Ridge

Average rent

$2,724

Park View

Average rent

$2,660

Homestead In The Willows

Average rent

$2,044

Copperleaf

Average rent

$2,790

Southglenn

Average rent

$1,500

River Run

Average rent

$2,400

Smoky Hill

Average rent

$2,523

Broadway Estates

Average rent

$1,200

Piney Creek

Average rent

$2,470

Hunters Hill

Average rent

$2,080

Apartments

Average rent

$1,840

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

2%

Condos

Average rent

$1,925

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

Houses

Average rent

$2,835

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

5%

Rooms

Average rent

$968

Last 30 days

7%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Centennial, 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 Centennial, CO compare to other cities?

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

Centennial

Median rent price$2,636
increased by39%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,800
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Centennial, CO is 46% higher than the median rent in Arvada, CO.

Discover rentals in Centennial, CO

1551 E Costilla Ave - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

7.1

Very good

1551 E Costilla Ave

1551 E Costilla Ave, Centennial, CO 80122

1 bed

1 bath

$900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
16392 E Fremont Ave #11-2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

River Run condo for rent in Centennial

2 beds

2 baths

$1,645

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
7205 S Gaylord St #F15 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southglenn condo for rent in Centennial

2 beds

1 bath

$1,740

Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
6755 S Ivy St #B6 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Homestead in The Willows condo for rent in Centennial

2 beds

2 baths

$1,750

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
19341 E Davies Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Centennial

Stunning Custom Home in Estancia for Lease

19341 E Davies Pl, Centennial, CO 80016

5 beds

6.5 baths

$5,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Beautiful Finished Corporate,  Two bedroom apartment home in Aurora CO. - Photo 1 of 1

17h ago

7.3

Very good

2 beds

2 baths

$3,900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
6525 S Vaughn St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in Centennial

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
BB Living Trails Edge - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
New construction

12h ago

8.7

Very good

BB Living Trails Edge

15269 E Phillips Dr, Centennial, CO 80112

3–4 beds

3 baths

$3,253–$3,717

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 18-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
Highline Pointe Apts. - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.7

Very good

Highline Pointe Apts.

6600 S Vine St, Centennial, CO 80121

1 bed

1 bath

$1,375

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
7646 S Cook Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Centennial

5 beds

3 baths

$4,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2215 E Geddes Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southglenn condo for rent in Centennial

3 beds

2 baths

$2,395

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
300 E Fremont Pl - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

9.2

Excellent

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300 E Fremont Pl

300 E Fremont Pl, Centennial, CO 80122

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,290–$2,931

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
21412 E Crestridge Pl - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

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21412 E Crestridge Pl Centennial, CO 80015

21412 E Crestridge Pl, Centennial, CO 80015

5 beds

2.5 baths

$3,080

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
5305 S Jericho St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

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5305 S Jericho St Centennial, CO 80015

5305 S Jericho St, Centennial, CO 80015

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,725

Price dropped $290Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
4331 S Fundy St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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4331 S Fundy St Centennial, CO 80015

4331 S Fundy St, Centennial, CO 80015

4 beds

2 baths

$2,780

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
19743 E Wagontrail Dr - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

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Verified

3 beds

2 baths

$3,020

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
300 E Fremont Pl - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

9.2

Excellent

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Verified

300 E Fremont Pl

300 E Fremont Pl, Centennial, CO 80122

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,290–$2,931

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
5305 S Jericho St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

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5305 S Jericho St Centennial, CO 80015

5305 S Jericho St, Centennial, CO 80015

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,725

Price dropped $290Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
4331 S Fundy St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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Verified

4331 S Fundy St Centennial, CO 80015

4331 S Fundy St, Centennial, CO 80015

4 beds

2 baths

$2,780

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
5730-5740 S Pennsylvania St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.1

Very good

5730-5740 S Pennsylvania St

5730 S Pennsylvania St, Centennial, CO 80121

3 beds

1 bath

$1,895

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Centennial, CO

Quick answers to common questions about the Centennial rental market.

How much is rent in Centennial?

The average rent in Centennial is $2,636 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Centennial?

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

How does Centennial rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Centennial is 39% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $736 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Centennial?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Centennial are Broadway Estates ($1,200/mo), Southglenn ($1,500/mo), and Homestead In The Willows ($2,044/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Centennial?

To comfortably afford rent in Centennial, you'd need to earn approximately $105,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

March and April offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Centennial, with March seeing the lowest rents of the year. Winter months generally provide lower prices compared to June's peak season, which runs approximately 13% higher.

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).