Golden, Colorado
Golden property management with transparent pricing and local expertise
- Population
- 20,242 (2023 Census estimate)
- Average rent
- $2,228 avg. apartment rent (Sep 2026)
- Median home value
- $837,700 median (ACS 2020–2024)
- County
- Jefferson County (seat)
Golden is the most expensive market we cover and one of the most specialized. This Jefferson County seat of 20,242 residents posted the highest average apartment rent in our coverage area at $2,228 in September 2026 (RentCafe) and the highest median home value at $837,700 (ACS). Owners here are holding scarce foothills real estate in a town with tight geography and limited new construction, so appreciation is the main return.
Demand comes from three directions. The Colorado School of Mines brings undergraduates, graduate students and faculty who rent close to campus. The Coors brewery and the National Laboratory of the Rockies (formerly NREL) employ engineers and researchers who want a short commute and mountain access. The W Line’s Jefferson County Government Center–Golden terminus connects the town to downtown Denver. Add Clear Creek, Lookout Mountain and the downtown Washington Avenue scene, and Golden draws renters who would rather pay more than live farther out.
Golden has no long-term rental license, so Colorado statutes govern. Student rentals deserve special care: Colorado’s HB24-1007, effective July 1, 2024, bars local occupancy limits based on family relationship, so roommate groups can rent a house that once fell under local caps. That makes joint-and-several leases, careful screening of each roommate and clear house rules essential. Older homes near downtown also need attention to sewer lines, hail-worn roofs and winter freeze protection.
What drives rental demand in Golden
- Colorado School of Mines
- National Laboratory of the Rockies (formerly NREL)
- Coors brewery
- RTD W Line terminus: Jefferson County Government Center–Golden
- Clear Creek, Lookout Mountain and foothills trails
Golden neighborhoods and areas we serve
- Downtown Golden
- Mines campus area
- Beverly Heights
- Kinney Run
- Mesa Meadows
- Canyon Point
ZIP codes served: 80401, 80403.
Local knowledge
What Golden landlords need to know
No long-term rental license
Golden has no rental license or registration for long-term rentals. Colorado statutes govern deposits, late fees, pet deposits, notices and evictions. Verify with the city before buying, especially if you plan a short-term rental.
Occupancy caps no longer apply to roommates
Colorado’s HB24-1007, effective July 1, 2024, prevents cities from limiting occupancy based on family relationship. Groups of Mines students can lawfully rent together, so we use joint-and-several leases, screen every adult and set clear parking and noise rules.
Student-calendar leasing
Mines-driven demand peaks before the fall semester. Lease terms that end in late spring let you re-lease into the strongest window, and we schedule turnovers around graduation.
Premium rents need premium execution
Metro vacancy was about 5.7% in Q3 2026 and most Denver-area submarkets saw flat or lower rents year over year. Golden’s scarcity supports its averages, but only when homes are priced from current comparables and show well.
Sources: RentCafe: Golden average rent · Census Reporter: Golden, CO
Services
Property management services in Golden
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.
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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 moreGolden property management FAQs
How much does property management cost in Golden?
Property management in Golden 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 markup on maintenance. Student roommate leases are handled under the same pricing, with every adult applicant screened individually.
Can I rent my Golden house to a group of Mines students?
Yes. Colorado’s HB24-1007, effective July 1, 2024, bars local governments from limiting occupancy based on family relationship, so unrelated roommates can rent together subject to safety and building codes. We use joint-and-several leases, screen each adult and set clear house rules. Verify any remaining code requirements with the City of Golden.
What does a rental in Golden rent for?
RentCafe reported an average apartment rent of $2,228 in Golden in September 2026, the highest average in the cities we cover. Single-family homes and student rentals with multiple bedrooms often rent above that average. These figures are averages; bedroom count, condition, parking and distance to campus determine your home’s rent.
When is the best time to lease a Golden rental?
Late spring and summer are the strongest leasing seasons in Golden, because Colorado School of Mines students, faculty and lab staff look for housing before the fall semester. We set lease end dates to land in that window. A correctly priced, rent-ready home typically leases within our 21-day guarantee period.
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