Castle Rock, Colorado
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- Population
- 83,815 (2025 Census estimate)
- Average rent
- $2,080 avg. apartment rent (Sep 2026)
- Median home value
- $695,900 median (ACS 2024)
- County
- Douglas County (seat)
Castle Rock is the fast-growing seat of Douglas County, now home to 83,815 residents, and its rental market is built around new subdivisions and families. RentCafe’s September 2026 average apartment rent was $2,080 and the median home value was $695,900 (ACS 2024). Investors here are betting on continued growth between Denver and Colorado Springs, with renters who often plan to buy in town once they know it.
The town sells itself on lifestyle. The Rock butte, Philip S. Miller Park and the historic downtown around the depot give it identity, Douglas County schools draw families, and AdventHealth Castle Rock provides local healthcare jobs. Many renters commute north on I-25 to the Tech Center or south toward Colorado Springs, so access to the interstate and Founders Parkway matters in pricing.
Castle Rock has no long-term rental license or registration, so Colorado statutes govern. The local layer is special districts. The Meadows, Founders Village, Castle Oaks, Crystal Valley and the Villages at Castle Rock are all served by Title 32 metro districts, whose bond levies sit on the property tax bill, and most subdivisions also have HOAs with leasing and landscape rules. Newer construction keeps major repairs down, but hail, roofs, sprinkler blowouts and HOA landscape compliance remain recurring costs. We factor every one of those into your rent analysis and lease terms.
What drives rental demand in Castle Rock
- Douglas County School District
- AdventHealth Castle Rock
- The Rock, Philip S. Miller Park and historic downtown
- I-25 access to the Tech Center and Colorado Springs
- The Meadows town center and trail network
Castle Rock neighborhoods and areas we serve
- The Meadows
- Founders Village
- Castle Oaks
- Crystal Valley Ranch
- Villages at Castle Rock
- Downtown Castle Rock
- Plum Creek
- Terrain
ZIP codes served: 80104, 80108, 80109.
Local knowledge
What Castle Rock landlords need to know
No long-term rental license
Castle Rock has no rental license or registration program for long-term rentals. Colorado statutes govern deposits, late fees, pet deposits, notices and evictions. Verify with the town before buying.
Metro districts are nearly universal
The Meadows, Founders Village, Castle Oaks, Crystal Valley and the Villages at Castle Rock are served by Title 32 metro districts, developer-formed special districts whose bonds are repaid through property taxes. They are separate from HOAs, and most homes have both. Check the full tax bill before setting rent.
Newer homes, recurring exterior costs
Most Castle Rock homes were built in the last 25 years, so major systems are newer. Hail-damaged roofs, fall sprinkler blowouts and HOA landscape compliance are the costs that recur most often.
Price for a flat market
Metro vacancy was about 5.7% in Q3 2026 and most Denver-area submarkets saw flat or lower rents year over year. New homes keep coming in Castle Rock, so your listing competes with new builds and needs an accurate first price.
Sources: RentCafe: Castle Rock average rent · Census Reporter: Castle Rock, CO
Services
Property management services in Castle Rock
Same published pricing in every city: 8% of collected rent, 50% leasing fee, no setup, vacancy or markup fees.
Full-Service Property Management
Full-service residential property management in Denver for 8% of collected rent. Leasing, rent collection, maintenance at cost, inspections, accounting and a 21-day leasing guarantee.
Learn moreTenant Placement
Lease-only tenant placement in Denver: pricing, photos, showings, full screening and a Colorado-compliant lease for a flat fee. Keep self-managing with a 6-month tenant guarantee.
Learn moreMultifamily Property Management
Multifamily property management in Denver for duplexes, fourplexes and apartment buildings up to 50 units. Per-unit pricing, leasing, turnovers, maintenance and investor-grade reporting.
Learn moreCondo & Townhome Management
Rental management for Denver condos and townhomes. We coordinate with your HOA, handle move-in rules and rental caps, and lease your unit to screened tenants for 8% with no junk fees.
Learn moreMaintenance & Inspections
Rental property maintenance in Denver with a 24/7 emergency line, licensed vendors billed at cost with zero markup, and documented move-in, annual and move-out inspections.
Learn moreAccidental Landlord Services
Relocating, deployed, or can't sell at your price? Denver Rental Managers turns your home into a hands-off rental: pricing, tenant placement, management and Colorado compliance for 8%.
Learn moreCastle Rock property management FAQs
How much does property management cost in Castle Rock?
Property management in Castle Rock costs 8% of collected rent with a $139 monthly minimum, plus a leasing fee of 50% of one month’s rent. There are no setup fees, no vacancy fees and no maintenance markups. HOA notices and metro-district questions are part of management, not extra charges.
Do metro districts affect Castle Rock rental properties?
Yes. The Meadows, Founders Village, Castle Oaks, Crystal Valley and the Villages at Castle Rock are served by Title 32 metro districts, which repay development bonds through property taxes. These levies are separate from HOA dues and raise your carrying cost. Verify your levy on the Douglas County tax bill before setting rent.
What does a home in Castle Rock rent for?
RentCafe reported an average apartment rent of $2,080 in Castle Rock in September 2026, above the Denver average. Single-family homes, especially newer four-bedroom homes in The Meadows or Crystal Valley, usually rent above apartment averages. Treat these figures as averages; size, finishes and neighborhood amenities determine your home’s rent.
Who rents homes in Castle Rock?
Castle Rock renters are mostly families who want Douglas County schools and newer homes, often while they decide where to buy. Many commute on I-25 to the Tech Center or Colorado Springs. They value yards, garages, trails and pet-friendly policies. Well-priced homes generally lease within our 21-day guarantee window.
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