University of Colorado Denver

Denver, CO

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University of Colorado Denver Auraria Campus - Denver, CO

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Easily walk from campus to LoDo and the Central Business District

Urban Walkable Public Parks Dining Arts Live Music Scenic

Enjoying an ideal Downtown location, the University of Colorado Denver combines world-class educational opportunities with the resources of one of America’s most beautiful and exciting cities. The Auraria campus (which CU Denver shares with Metropolitan State University of Denver and the Community College of Denver) sits adjacent to the popular LoDo district, giving you direct access to the city’s diverse restaurants, concert venues, art galleries, scenic parks, and energetic nightlife.

To the north, lush green spaces like Commons Park line the South Platte River, creating a beautiful outcropping of Colorado’s natural beauty within Denver’s urban core. Sports Authority Field and Coors Field are both within a few blocks, making it easy to catch the Broncos and the Rockies in action.

The campus is located in a mainly commercial section of the city, and most of the apartments, condos, and rental homes are at least a couple of blocks away; however, rental rates tend to be quite affordable, with numerous budget-friendly units available within easy walking or biking distance of the university.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Denver, CO is $1,448 for a studio, $1,646 for one bedroom, $2,156 for two bedrooms, and $2,795 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Denver has decreased by -4.9% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 502 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,448/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 698 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,646/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,036 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,156/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,342 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,795/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

72

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

47

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

75

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Polaris at Ebert Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-5

328 Students

10
out of 10

Bromwell Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

313 Students

10
out of 10

Creativity Challenge Community

Public

Grades K-5

297 Students

10
out of 10

William (Bill) Roberts K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

828 Students

9
out of 10

Slavens K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

752 Students

9
out of 10

McAuliffe International School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,487 Students

9
out of 10

Denver School Of The Arts

Public

Grades 6-12

1,058 Students

9
out of 10

William (Bill) Roberts K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

828 Students

9
out of 10

Slavens K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

752 Students

9
out of 10

Challenge School

Public

Grades PK-8

550 Students

9
out of 10

Denver School Of The Arts

Public

Grades 6-12

1,058 Students

9
out of 10

D'Evelyn Junior/Senior High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,125 Students

8
out of 10

East High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,505 Students

7
out of 10

Northfield High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,872 Students

7
out of 10

Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning

Public

Grades K-12

390 Students

7
out of 10

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