The Leonard Apartments

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The Leonard

1444 Lafayette St
Denver, CO 80218

1 Bedroom Bedrooms
485–545 Square Feet

About The Leonard

Nestled in the vibrant Cheesman Park neighborhood, The Leonard offers relaxed charm. Our pet-friendly one-bedroom apartments feature wood-style flooring, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry and free assigned storage, making daily life a breeze. The community patio is the perfect spot to unwind and connect with neighbors, and with reserved parking** at the building, you'll have peace of mind when you return home. Plus, you're just steps away from the relaxed dining and entertainment options on Colfax Avenue, including local favorites like Blush & Blu and Izu-Sushi. Embrace the Cheesman Park lifestyle at The Leonard, where comfort, convenience, and local flair come together.

The Leonard is located in the Cheesman Park Neighborhood and 80218 Zip code of Denver, CO.

Unique Features and Amenities

A/C*
Community Balcony
Free and Assigned Storage
Gas Ranges
Hardwood Floors*
On-Site Laundry
Pet-Friendly
Reserved Parking**
Shared Community WiFi
Stainless-Steel Appliances*
Storage**
Walk-In Closets*

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Property Contact Info

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Office Hours

Monday	8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday	8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday	8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday	8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday	8:30 am–5:00 pm
Saturday	9:00 am–4:00 pm
Sunday	Closed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 485-525 sq ft
Available Now
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Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Property Map Photos View Details
Available Now 11 515 $800 View Details Below
October 4, 2026 09 545 $800 View Details Below
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Apartment Unit: 11Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 515 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 09Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 545 sq ftAvailable October 4, 2026

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map	Photos	View Details
Available Now	11	515	$800			View Details Below
October 4, 2026	09	545	$800			View Details Below

Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

12 Units
3 Stories
Built in 1911

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application: Application CostiApplication Cost Charged per unit.$50.00; Holding CostiHolding Cost Charged per unit.$165.00

Utilities

Utility Feei$4-$10/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

Fob/Key Replacementi$100.00/per occurrence

Lock Outi$75.00/per occurrence

Sublet Costi$750.00/per occurrence

Late Feei$75.00/per occurrence

NSF Tenant Feei$30.00/per occurrence

Early Termination Feei200.0% of base rent/per occurrence

MTM Flat Feei$500.00/mo

Roommate add/Dropi$250.00/per occurrence

Credit Card Costi3.0% of base rent/per occurrence

Debit Card Costi$3-$9/per occurrence

Personal Add-Ons

Renters insurancei$8-$15/mo

Pet Fees

Cat: Cat DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00; Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
Dog: Dog DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00; Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
Other Pet: Pet DepositiPet Deposit (Refundable) Charged Per Pet.$300.00; Pet RentiPet Rent Charged Per Pet.$35.00/mo

Parking Fees

Other: Parking UncoverediParking Uncovered Charged Per Vehicle.$85-$175/mo

Storage Fees

Storage Unit: StorageiStorage Charged Per Rentable Item.$0.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

A/C*
Community Balcony
Free and Assigned Storage
Gas Ranges
Hardwood Floors*
On-Site Laundry
Pet-Friendly
Reserved Parking**
Shared Community WiFi
Stainless-Steel Appliances*
Storage**
Walk-In Closets*

Living Area Features

Walk In Closets

Getting Around

70 / 100 Moderately walkable
Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance
70 / 100 Good public transit
Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines
70 / 100 Moderately bikeable
Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation
60 / 100 Moderately car friendly
Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

90 / 100 Restaurants
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes
100 / 100 Cafes
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes
100 / 100 Nightlife
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes
90 / 100 Shopping
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes
70 / 100 Parks
Large amount of park space nearby
0 / 100 Noise Level
Many sources of noise nearby

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Applicant has the right to provide the property manager or owner with a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR) that is not more than 30 days old, as defined in § 38-12-902(2.5), Colorado Revised Statutes; and 2) if Applicant provides the property manager or owner with a PTSR, the property manager or owner is prohibited from: a) charging Applicant a rental application fee; or b) charging Applicant a fee for the property manager or owner to access or use the PTSR.

Nearby Schools

Morey Middle School

Denver County 1 School District

840 East 14th Avenue

Public School - Grades 6-8 (479 Students)

In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Dora Moore ECE - 8th Grade School

Denver County 1 School District

846 Corona Street

Public School - Grades PK-8 (349 Students)

In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

East High School

Denver County 1 School District

1600 City Park Esplanade

Public School - Grades 9-12 (2476 Students)

In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Leonard.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

2000 E Colfax Ave

1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

Safeway

560 Corona St

3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

Macy's

15 S Steele St

5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

900 E 11th Ave

1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

Safeway

560 Corona St

3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

Trader Joe's

390 E 7th Ave

3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

Hospitals

Saint Joseph Hospital

1375 E 19th Ave

1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center

1719 E 19th Ave

1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Denver Health & Hospital Authority

777 Bannock St

4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

The Leonard has 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Molly Brown House Museum, Denver Botanical Gardens, Denver Botanic Garden, Colorado History Museum, and Civic Center Park.

The Leonard has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Denver Studio Apartments	$1,575	$650	$6,140
Denver 1 Bedroom Apartments	$1,789	$600	$10,000+
Denver 2 Bedroom Apartments	$2,285	$600	$10,000+
Denver 3 Bedroom Apartments	$2,894	$600	$10,000+
Denver 4 Bedroom Apartments	$2,989	$755	$10,000+
Denver 5 Bedroom Apartments	$3,276	$2,500	$4,395
Denver 6 Bedroom Apartments	$13,197	$10,000	$10,000+