Colorado School of Mines

Golden, CO

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Colorado School of Mines - Golden, CO

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One of the world’s premiere universities of its kind in one of America’s most beautiful locations

Public Suburban Mountains Engineering Nature Scenic Outdoors Nightlife Breweries Historic

Commonly known to locals as simply “Mines,” Colorado School of Mines spent over a century building a reputation as one of the finest science and engineering schools in the country, and has even been called the best in the world for mineral and mining engineering. Among its top facilities, the institution is nationally ranked for its petroleum engineering program and oversees a robust Renewable Materials Research Science and Engineering Center. The campus’s location in Golden offers the best of both worlds, perched right where the Denver metropolitan area starts to give way to the magnificent peaks of the Front Range. Downtown Golden is practically next door to the main campus, putting you within a short walk of the bars, restaurants, and coffeehouses clustered around Washington Avenue. The area’s legendary brewery culture, nightlife, entertainment, sports, and dining are very close at hand, and a weekend of skiing, hiking, or mountain biking is always just a short drive away.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Golden, CO is $1,437 for a studio, $1,920 for one bedroom, $2,327 for two bedrooms, and $2,949 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Golden has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 457 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,437/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 726 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,920/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,014 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,327/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,222 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,949/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

17

Minimal Transit

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

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Ralston Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

274 Students

10
out of 10

Fairmount Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

633 Students

9
out of 10

Mitchell Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

519 Students

9
out of 10

Kyffin Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

484 Students

9
out of 10

Maple Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

327 Students

8
out of 10

Bell Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

731 Students

5
out of 10

Free Horizon Montessori Charter School

Public

Grades PK-8

394 Students

5
out of 10

Jeffco's 21st Century Virtual Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

339 Students

2
out of 10

Coal Creek Canyon K-8 Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

98 Students

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Golden High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,416 Students

7
out of 10

Jeffco's 21st Century Virtual Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

339 Students

2
out of 10

Lookout Mountain

Public

Grades 5-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum
  • Clear Creek History Park
  • Windy Saddle Park
  • Lookout Mountain Park & Buffalo Bill Grave and Museum
  • Lookout Mountain Nature Center

Airports

  • Denver International

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