Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Arapahoe County, Colorado
Arapahoe County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,169 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,891 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $41.71 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,169
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 13% more than in Colorado
- Typical rent
- $1,891
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 7% more than in Colorado
- Wage needed
- $41.71
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $86,760 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 56%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 7% more than in Colorado
Only here
Renting in Arapahoe County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Among the neighboring counties, Elbert County has the lowest typical rent ($1,311), 31% below the $1,891 in Arapahoe County.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Arapahoe County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Arapahoe County was $1,798 a month in September 2026: 0.8% less than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,751 | $33.67 | $70,040 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,831 | $35.21 | $73,240 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,169 | $41.71 | $86,760 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,846 | $54.73 | $113,840 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,183 | $61.21 | $127,320 |
HUD area: Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 17 ZIP codes in Arapahoe County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,890 in 80010 to $2,890 in 80018. 8 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,169).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 80010 | $1,480 | $1,580 | $1,890 | $2,470 | $2,750 |
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| 80012 | $1,710 | $1,790 | $2,120 | $2,780 | $3,110 |
| 80013 | $1,950 | $2,030 | $2,410 | $3,160 | $3,540 |
| 80014 | $1,820 | $1,900 | $2,250 | $2,950 | $3,300 |
| 80015 | $2,090 | $2,190 | $2,590 | $3,400 | $3,800 |
| 80016 | $2,010 | $2,100 | $2,490 | $3,270 | $3,650 |
| 80017 | $1,680 | $1,760 | $2,080 | $2,730 | $3,050 |
| 80018 | $2,330 | $2,440 | $2,890 | $3,790 | $4,240 |
| 80105 | $1,490 | $1,580 | $1,890 | $2,470 | $2,750 |
| 80110 | $1,540 | $1,610 | $1,910 | $2,510 | $2,800 |
| 80111 | $2,090 | $2,190 | $2,590 | $3,400 | $3,800 |
| 80112 | $1,940 | $2,030 | $2,400 | $3,150 | $3,520 |
| 80113 | $1,590 | $1,660 | $1,970 | $2,580 | $2,890 |
| 80120 | $1,610 | $1,680 | $1,990 | $2,610 | $2,920 |
| 80121 | $1,610 | $1,680 | $1,990 | $2,610 | $2,920 |
| 80122 | $2,070 | $2,170 | $2,570 | $3,370 | $3,770 |
| 80137 | $1,630 | $1,700 | $2,020 | $2,650 | $2,970 |
- 80010 $1,890$2,470
- 80012 $2,120$2,780
- 80013 $2,410$3,160
- 80014 $2,250$2,950
- 80015 $2,590$3,400
- 80016 $2,490$3,270
- 80017 $2,080$2,730
- 80018 $2,890$3,790
- 80105 $1,890$2,470
- 80110 $1,910$2,510
- 80111 $2,590$3,400
- 80112 $2,400$3,150
- 80113 $1,970$2,580
- 80120 $1,990$2,610
- 80121 $1,990$2,610
- 80122 $2,570$3,370
- 80137 $2,020$2,650
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Arapahoe County, 56% of renter households are in that position; in Colorado, 53%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
56%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
90,698 households rent in Arapahoe County
- Spend half or more of their income 27%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 29%
- Spend less than 30% 44%
Compared with the state and the country
- Arapahoe 56%
- Colorado 53%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Arapahoe County
HUD lists 65 properties with homes for low-income households in Arapahoe County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 52
- HUD-assisted
- 18
- public housing
- 2
5,451 homes in all; 4,953 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Sierra Vista Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 8851 E Florida Ave, Denver 80247 209 low-income homes · 1 bd: 152 · 2 bd: 57 · In service since 2018 · For families
- Weatherstone Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 15594 E 12th Ave, Aurora 80011 204 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 168 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2006 · For families · (303) 366-7874
- Residences at First Avenue Tax credit (LIHTC) 101 Kenton St, Aurora 80010 181 low-income homes · 1 bd: 68 · 2 bd: 99 · 3 bd: 11 · 4 bd: 3 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Amity Plaza HUD-assisted 200 W Sterne Pkwy, Littleton 80120 180 low-income homes · For families · (303) 795-0462
- Terrace Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 15790 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora 80017 179 low-income homes · 1 bd: 116 · 2 bd: 63 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Traditions at Englewood Tax credit (LIHTC) 3500 S Sherman St, Englewood 80113 180 homes, 178 low-income · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 91 · 2 bd: 81 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Lumien at Fitzsimons Tax credit (LIHTC) 12025 E 13th Ave, Aurora 80010 177 low-income homes · 1 bd: 70 · 2 bd: 95 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Village at Hampden Town Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 3601 S Dallas St, Aurora 80014 132 homes, 131 low-income · 1 bd: 73 · 2 bd: 59 · In service since 2005 · For older adults
- Dayton Meadows Tax credit (LIHTC) 1749 S Dayton St, Aurora 80247 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 1996
- Alameda View Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 15501 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora 80017 116 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Fox Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 8350 E Yale Ave, Denver 80231 112 low-income homes · 1 bd: 22 · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 1997
- Broadway Lofts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3401 S Broadway, Englewood 80113 111 low-income homes · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 39 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Littleton Assisted Living Fac Tax credit (LIHTC) 5844 S Curtice St, Littleton 80120 111 low-income homes · Studio: 107 · 1 bd: 4 · In service since 1994
- Englewood Public housing 3425 S Sherman St, Englewood 80113 110 low-income homes · Run by Englewood Housing Authority · Average payment: $385 a month · Average wait: 9 months · (303) 761-6200
- Highland Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 1909 S Quebec Way, Denver 80231 108 homes, 107 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2000
- Simon Center HUD-assisted 3333 S Lincoln St, Englewood 80113 105 homes, 104 low-income · For older adults · (303) 781-5414
- Prentice Place Lofts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8300 E Prentice Ave, Greenwood Village 80111 104 low-income homes · 1 bd: 64 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2006
- Forest Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 625 S Forest St, Glendale 80246 103 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 75 · 2 bd: 27 · In service since 2002
- Pinewood Lodge Tax credit (LIHTC) 200 S Ironton St, Aurora 80012 103 low-income homes · 1 bd: 74 · 2 bd: 29 · In service since 2005 · For older adults
- Aspen Meadows (AURORA) Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 651 Potomac St, Aurora 80011 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 99 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2003 · For older adults, families · (303) 364-4628
- Aurora Village Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 15972 E 13th Pl, Aurora 80011 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 100 · In service since 2002 · For older adults · (303) 364-6063
- Fletcher Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1401 Emporia St, Aurora 80010 94 homes, 93 low-income · 1 bd: 93 · In service since 2006 · For older adults · (303) 343-8490
- Willow Street Residences II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1351 S Willow St, Denver 80247 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 33 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Highland Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 8555 E Evans Ave, Denver 80231 76 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 1998
- Renaissance at Loretto Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 3131 W Girard Ave, Sheridan 80110 76 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1997
- Village at Westerly Creek Building 3 Tax credit (LIHTC) 850 S Ironton St, Aurora 80012 74 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 22 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2018 · For older adults, families
- Bradley House HUD-assisted 5844 S Datura St, Littleton 80120 72 low-income homes · For families · (720) 726-5080
- Foundry Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 501 W Bates Ave, Englewood 80110 70 low-income homes · 1 bd: 42 · 2 bd: 28 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Reserve at Southcreek Tax credit (LIHTC) 15601 E Jamison Dr, Englewood 80112 168 homes, 69 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2001
- Powers Circle Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 123 W Powers Cir, Littleton 80120 69 low-income homes · Studio: 15 · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Connections at 6th Tax credit (LIHTC) 621 Potomac St, Aurora 80011 68 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Mountain View Place Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 14061 E Colorado Dr, Aurora 80012 68 low-income homes · In service since 2003 · For families · (303) 337-4472
- Village at Westerly Creek Building 2 Tax credit (LIHTC) 10727 E Kentucky Ave, Aurora 80012 65 low-income homes · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Terraces on Pennsylvania Senior Residences Tax credit (LIHTC) 3590 S Pennsylvania St, Englewood 80113 62 low-income homes · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Alyson Court HUD-assisted 5807 S Gallup St, Littleton 80120 60 low-income homes · For older adults · (303) 797-0155
- Sable Ridge Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 4203 S Chambers Rd, Denver 80014 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- Townhomes at Tollgate Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 17236 E Baltic Pl, Aurora 80013 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Townhomes at Tollgate Creek HUD-assisted 17220 E Baltic Pl, Aurora 80013 60 low-income homes · For families · (303) 696-0892
- Arapahoe Green Tax credit (LIHTC) 1135 S Xenia St, Denver 80247 60 homes, 59 low-income · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2002
- Aspen Place HUD-assisted 1262 Chambers Rd, Aurora 80011 58 homes, 57 low-income · For older adults · (303) 344-3277
- Edge Point Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12005 E 13th Ave, Aurora 80010 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Kings Point Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3500 S Lowell Blvd, Denver 80236 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 50 · In service since 2003 · For older adults · (303) 761-8784
- Main Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2300 W Main St, Littleton 80120 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 26 · In service since 1999
- Nine Mile Tax credit (LIHTC) 12251 E Cornell Ave, Aurora 80014 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 35 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2020 · For older adults
- Summersong Townhouses HUD-assisted 10003 E Evans Ave, Aurora 80247 50 low-income homes · For families · (303) 696-0698
- Littleton Crossing Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 5591 S Nevada St, Littleton 80120 63 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 46 · 2 bd: 17 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Summersong Townhouses Tax credit (LIHTC) 10024 E Evans Ave, Aurora 80247 50 homes, 49 low-income · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Providence at the Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 15650 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora 80017 49 low-income homes · 1 bd: 39 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2020
- Sheridan Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 4300 S Lowell Blvd, Sheridan 80110 48 low-income homes · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Sheridan Gardens HUD-assisted 4300 S Lowell Blvd, Sheridan 80110 48 low-income homes · For families · (303) 797-0242
- Sheridan Gardens Apts Ahpc Tax credit (LIHTC) 4300 S Lowell Blvd, Sheridan 80110 48 homes, 47 low-income · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Asbury Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 10591 E Asbury Ave, Aurora 80014 44 homes, 43 low-income · 2 bd: 44 · In service since 2003 · For families · (303) 696-8725
- Canterbury Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3600 S Delaware St, Englewood 80110 43 low-income homes · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2013 · For people with disabilities, families
- Lara Lea Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5540 S Elati St, Littleton 80120 36 low-income homes · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2006 · For families
- South Creek Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5891 S Nevada St, Littleton 80120 36 homes, 35 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1997
- Presidential Arms Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3595 S Washington St, Englewood 80113 33 low-income homes · Studio: 5 · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Plaza Townhomes at Macon & Moline Tax credit (LIHTC) 1334 Macon St, Aurora 80010 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 21 · 3 bd: 5 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Caley Ridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 9530 E Caley Cir, Greenwood Village 80111 100 homes, 25 low-income · Studio: 80 · 1 bd: 20 · In service since 1999
- Good Shepherd Lutheran Home HUD-assisted 599 W Caley Dr, Littleton 80120 14 homes, 12 low-income · For people with disabilities · (262) 617-5343
- Creating Possibilities HUD-assisted 250 W Delaware Cir, Littleton 80120 9 homes, 8 low-income · For people with disabilities · (920) 245-9208
- Arapahoe Mental Health HUD-assisted 5703 S Elati Way, Littleton 80120 6 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Villages at Westerly Creek III Public housing 10925 E Kentucky Ave, Aurora 80012 4 low-income homes · Run by Aurora Housing Authority · Homes at several sites · (720) 251-2100
- Centennial East Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 14404 E Fremont Ave, Englewood 80112 160 homes · In service since 2002
- Centennial East Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 14404 E Fremont Ave, Englewood 80112 80 homes · In service since 2002
- Village at Westerly Creek Building 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 10745 E Kentucky Ave, Aurora 80012 55 homes · In service since 2012
7 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Arapahoe County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 4 agencies serve in Arapahoe County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $30,250 | $50,400 | $74,800 |
| 2 people | $34,600 | $57,600 | $85,450 |
| 3 people | $38,900 | $64,800 | $96,150 |
| 4 people | $43,200 | $72,000 | $106,800 |
| 5 people | $46,700 | $77,800 | $115,350 |
| 6 people | $50,150 | $83,550 | $123,900 |
| 7 people | $53,600 | $89,300 | $132,450 |
| 8 people | $57,050 | $95,050 | $141,000 |
Area median income: $144,000. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,576 – $1,926
- 1 bedroom $1,648 – $2,014
- 2 bedrooms $1,952 – $2,386
- 3 bedrooms $2,561 – $3,131
- 4 bedrooms $2,865 – $3,501
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Aurora Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 1,852 vouchers · 4 public housing units (720) 251-2100 Aurora Housing Authority: info@aurorahousing.org
- Littleton Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 624 vouchers (303) 794-9608 Littleton Housing Authority: creitz@smho.co
- Englewood Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 437 vouchers · 110 public housing units (303) 761-6200 Englewood Housing Authority: jlambert@innovativehousingconcepts.org
- Sheridan Housing Authority Section 8 vouchers · 181 vouchers (303) 761-6200 Sheridan Housing Authority: jlambert@innovativehousingconcepts.org
Housing agencies in Colorado Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Colorado
What Colorado law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 2 months of rent
- C.R.S. §38-12-102.5
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 10 days
- C.R.S. §13-40-104(1)(d)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 21 days
- C.R.S. §13-40-107(2)
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 60 days
- C.R.S. §38-12-701(2)(a)
- Only a court order can remove youC.R.S. §38-12-510(1)
- Protection from retaliationC.R.S. §38-12-509(1)(a)
- Protection related to immigration statusC.R.S. §38-12-1203(1)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Arapahoe County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Arapahoe County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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NSC (naca Counseling Subsidiary) - Denver, CO
14707 East 2nd Avenue Suite 110, Aurora · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 6 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Arapahoe County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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$4,338
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $2,169
- Security deposit
- $2,169
- Total
- $4,338
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
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This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Arapahoe County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,751; 1 bedroom: $1,831; 2 bedrooms: $2,169; 3 bedrooms: $2,846; 4 bedrooms: $3,183. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Arapahoe County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,169) without spending more than 30% of income takes $41.71 an hour full time, or $86,760 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Arapahoe County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $72,000 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Arapahoe County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,952 and $2,386 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Arapahoe County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,890 in 80010 to $2,890 in 80018. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Arapahoe County?
HUD lists 65 properties with homes for low-income households in Arapahoe County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Arapahoe County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Arapahoe County, 56% of renter households are in that position; in Colorado, 53%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).