Littleton, Colorado
Littleton property management with transparent pricing and local expertise
- Population
- 44,879 (2024 Census estimate)
- Average rent
- $2,070 avg. apartment rent (Sep 2026)
- Median home value
- $630,600 median (ACS 2020–2024)
- County
- Arapahoe County (seat), with parts in Jefferson and Douglas
Littleton is a small city with a big mailing address. The City of Littleton has 44,879 residents, but “Littleton” addresses also cover large unincorporated areas of Jefferson, Arapahoe and Douglas counties, from Columbine to Ken Caryl. That matters because the rules, taxes and HOA structures depend on the actual jurisdiction, not the ZIP code. We confirm which one applies before we list.
The numbers favor steady, premium tenants. RentCafe’s September 2026 average apartment rent was $2,070, well above the Denver average, against a $630,600 median home value. The anchor employer is Lockheed Martin Space’s Waterton Canyon campus, which employs thousands of engineers and technicians and has been expanding, so long-tenure, high-income renters are common. Historic Main Street, Hudson Gardens and Chatfield Reservoir give the city a lifestyle draw, and the D Line’s Littleton–Downtown and Littleton–Mineral stations put downtown Denver within one train ride.
Littleton has no long-term rental license or registration, so Colorado statutes set the rules on deposits, late fees, pets and evictions. The owner work is mostly about the asset. Much of the housing is 1960s–1980s ranch and two-story stock that needs roof inspections after hail, furnace and water-heater cycles, and fall sprinkler blowouts. Engineers relocating for Lockheed often want fast, professional responses and detailed move-in reports, which is how we run every lease.
What drives rental demand in Littleton
- Lockheed Martin Space, Waterton Canyon campus
- Historic Main Street and Hudson Gardens
- RTD D Line: Littleton–Downtown and Littleton–Mineral stations
- Chatfield Reservoir and South Platte trails
- Littleton Public Schools and Jeffco schools
Littleton neighborhoods and areas we serve
- Downtown Littleton
- Riverside Downs
- Ridgewood
- Southpark
- Aspen Grove / Mineral corridor
- Columbine (unincorporated)
- Ken Caryl (unincorporated)
- Roxborough Park (unincorporated)
ZIP codes served: 80120, 80121, 80122, 80123, 80125, 80127, 80128.
Local knowledge
What Littleton landlords need to know
No city rental license, but check the jurisdiction
The City of Littleton has no long-term rental license or registration program. Many “Littleton” addresses are in unincorporated Jefferson, Arapahoe or Douglas County instead, where county rules and different tax districts apply. Verify the jurisdiction on the assessor record before you set up the rental.
HOAs and metro districts in master-planned areas
Ken Caryl, Roxborough and many southwest subdivisions carry HOA or master-association dues, and some sit inside metro districts that add to the tax bill. Confirm leasing restrictions and minimum lease terms in the HOA documents before advertising.
Hail and aging systems
Littleton sees regular hail, and much of its stock was built between the 1960s and 1980s. Roof inspections after storms, furnace servicing, water-heater replacement and fall sprinkler blowouts are the maintenance items that most affect your returns.
Premium rents still need premium presentation
Metro vacancy was about 5.7% in Q3 2026 with rents flat to down year over year in most submarkets. Littleton’s higher averages hold only when a home shows well, so we invest in photos, a 3D tour and a sharp first price.
Sources: RentCafe: Littleton average rent · Census Reporter: Littleton, CO
Services
Property management services in Littleton
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 moreLittleton property management FAQs
How much does property management cost in Littleton?
Property management in Littleton costs 8% of collected rent with a $139 minimum, plus 50% of one month’s rent to lease the home. We do not charge setup fees, vacancy fees or markups on maintenance. Renewals are a flat $199 on our Full-Service plan, and you never pay a management fee for a month with no rent collected.
Does Littleton require a rental license?
No. The City of Littleton has no long-term rental license or registration program. Many Littleton-addressed homes are actually in unincorporated Jefferson, Arapahoe or Douglas County, where county rules and HOA covenants apply instead. In every case, Colorado state law governs security deposits, late fees, pet deposits and for-cause evictions. Verify the jurisdiction with the county assessor.
How much does a home rent for in Littleton?
RentCafe reported an average apartment rent of $2,070 in Littleton in September 2026, above the Denver average of $1,922. Single-family homes near Lockheed Martin, Ken Caryl and Main Street usually rent higher than apartment averages. These are averages, so your rent will depend on size, condition, schools and HOA amenities.
Who rents homes in Littleton?
Littleton’s renters are often engineers and professionals tied to Lockheed Martin and the south-metro job base, plus families choosing Littleton Public Schools. They value garages, updated kitchens, home offices and quick access to the D Line or C-470. Well-priced homes generally lease within our 21-day guarantee window.
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