540 E 1st Ave

Denver, CO 80203
(720) 703-9361
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540 E 1st Ave

540 E 1st Ave
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 703-9361
540 E 1st Ave in Denver, CO - Building Photo
1 Bedroom - for Rent
  • 1BR, 1BA
  • $2,190Price
  • 732Square Feet
  • 10-16-2025Availability

About 540 E 1st Ave

Unit 1 at 540 E 1st Ave is a spacious 735 sqft basement 1-bedroom apartment with a private entry from the side of the house. The apartment features a large kitchen and a den with a work-from-home set-up, complemented by nice natural light in the den and bedroom from east-facing windows. Newly renovated and furnished by our designer in March 2023, this apartment offers a comfy queen bed with linens and a fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy the communal backyard with a grill and outdoor dining table, perfect for relaxing in a safe and walkable neighborhood. All utilities, parking, and internet are included, valued at over $150 per month. The apartment features fast internet with 300mbps download and 10mbps upload speeds. A smart TV is available for you to use your own streaming service, though cable is not provided. Free communal laundry is available in the basement. Pet rent is $90 per dog per month, with a strict no cats policy. Please ensure your dog is added to the reservation. Located just 2 blocks from Cherry Creek Trail, you can bike or walk north to Downtown and east to Cherry Creek Shopping District. Walk to three incredible restaurant areas, with options just 2 blocks east to Pennsylvania and Bayaud, 4 blocks east to Alameda, 5 blocks north to 6th Ave and Cap Hill, and 6 blocks west to Broadway. The property is 7 blocks from Wash Park and a short walk or drive to Trader Joe's. It's a 10-minute drive to downtown Denver, RiNo, and LoHi, and 25 minutes to Red Rocks. Ski resorts are about 1 hour and 30 minutes away. Nearby hospitals include St Joseph, Presbyterian St Luke’s, and Rose, which are 13-15 minutes away, Denver Health at 5 minutes, and UC Health University of CO and Children’s Hospital CO at 25 minutes. The property is located in a quiet, safe, and family-friendly residential neighborhood. Free street parking is available on 1st Ave and Pearl. Guests control window AC units and ceiling and tower fans, while the host controls central heat from a single thermostat for this unit and the basement unit. Early check-in may be available upon request, and check-out time is 10 AM. A $50 fee is charged for every additional 30 minutes past check-out time. Noise disturbances should be minimized, especially for guests working from home. A warning will be issued for any reported noise disturbances, and additional disturbances may result in eviction without refund. All properties are non-smoking and non-vaping, with violation resulting in damage fees. Guests are responsible for removing all personal property at check-out, with a minimum $50 fee for returning items left behind. Maintenance issues should be reported promptly, and while efforts will be made to resolve them quickly, no refunds or rent reductions will be provided for mechanical failures or interruptions of utilities. The apartment includes a work-from-home set-up in the den, providing a comfortable space for remote work.

540 E 1st Ave is located in the Speer Neighborhood and 80203 Zip code of Denver, CO.

Property Contact Info

Contact: Despoina Pantziaridou

Property Information

  • Furnished

Lease Terms

  • 1
  • Short Term Lease Options

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Garden

Community Features

  • Corporate Suites

Outdoor Features

  • Grill

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Heating
  • Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
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540 E 1st Ave, Denver, CO 80203

Frequently Asked Questions about 540 E 1st Ave

Where is 540 E 1st Ave located?

540 E 1st Ave is located at 540 E 1st Ave near the Speer area of Denver, CO

What is the current rent range at 540 E 1st Ave?

1 Bedrooms at 540 E 1st Ave is $2,190. Call today for more info!

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

About Portable Tenant Screening Reports:

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.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability 3.2

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 540 E 1st Ave.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

590 Downing Street
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away
1080 Acoma Street
3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away
1310 Bannock St
3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Safeway
560 Corona St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
Macy's
15 S Steele St
4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away
Walgreens
2000 E Colfax Ave
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away

Colleges and Universities

890 Auraria Parkway
4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away
1111 W. Colfax Ave.
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away
1200 Larimer Street
4 minute drive / 2.17 miles away

Groceries

Safeway
560 Corona St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
Trader Joe's
390 E 7th Ave
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away
Natural Grocers
368 S Broadway
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

Hospitals

Denver Health & Hospital Authority
777 Bannock St
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away
Saint Joseph Hospital
1375 E 19th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.83 miles away
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
1719 E 19th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away

Parks and Recreation

1340 Pennsylvania Street
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away
1300 Broadway
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away
1005 York St
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

540 E 1st Ave has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Molly Brown House Museum, Colorado History Museum, Denver Botanical Gardens, Denver Botanic Garden, and Civic Center Park.

Restaurants and Dining

112 E. 8th Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away
730 south university blvd
4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
501 16th St
5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

Shopping Centers

550 Broadway
1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away
555 Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away
258-270 S Downing St
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

540 E 1st Ave has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

Transit Stations

498 S Cherokee St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away
498 S Cherokee St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away
498 S Cherokee St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

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Denver 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,395$3,995$4,795

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