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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 6911 W 24th Ave

$950

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6911 W 24th Ave

EdgewaterCO80214
property at 4285 Kendall St

$1,125

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$1,125

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4285 Kendall St

Wheat RidgeCO80033

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property at 1641 Ingalls St

$1,140

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$1,140

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$1,140

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1641 Ingalls St

LakewoodCO80214
property at 3401 Fenton St

$1,250

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$1,250

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3401 Fenton St

Wheat RidgeCO80212

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property at 7805 W 41st Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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7805 W 41st Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

7805 W 41st Ave
Wheat RidgeCO80033
property at 7805 W 41st Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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7805 W 41st Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

7805 W 41st Ave
Wheat RidgeCO80033
property at 4295 Kendall St

$1,350

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$1,350

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4295 Kendall St

Wheat RidgeCO80033
property at 6190 Wadsworth Blvd

$1,375

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$1,375

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6190 Wadsworth Blvd

ArvadaCO80003

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property at 3140 Sheridan Blvd

$1,400

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$1,400

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3140 Sheridan Blvd

DenverCO80212
property at 2955-2959 Newton St

$1,500

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$1,500

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2955-2959 Newton St

DenverCO80211

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property at 720 Miller Ct

$1,500

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$1,500

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720 Miller Ct, Unit B, Unit B

720 Miller Ct
LakewoodCO80215

Wheat Ridge, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheat Ridge, CO

Pricing Updated: 05/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Wheat Ridge, CO area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wheat Ridge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lakeside$2,146$1,1452

Cheapest Available Wheat Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheat Ridge, CO is a Studio unit found at Francis Heights Senior Living Community in the Auraria neighborhood priced from $650. Squire Apartments in the Edgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheat Ridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Francis Heights Senior Living CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$650
Squire ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Sloans Lake West*** $900.00 ** SLOAN’S LAKE WEST APARTMENTS - E...Studio,1BA$900
Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+1Br1Ba1BR,1BA$945
Lamar Station Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$945
The Loop at Lamar Station1x1 C1BR,1BA$950
The Kimberly Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$950
Alpine FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$954
Kipling Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
Applewood Retirement CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheat Ridge, CO

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wheat Ridge area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at Vintage Place Retirement 55+-No Pets in the in the Morse Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Wheat Ridge apartment is the 2x1a Model at Edge 26 by Trion Living starting at $1,424 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Edgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheat Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vintage Place Retirement 55+-No Pets2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.64
Edge 26 by Trion Living2x1a2BR,1BA$1.66
Heritage ApartmentsHA2x1(832)2BR,1BA$1.47
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Redwood Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.66
The Kimberly Apartments0x1Studio ,1BA$1.27
Westland Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.44
947-951 Allison Street1x11BR,1BA$1.53
Westhaven Senior Apartments 62+1Br1Ba1BR,1BA$1.65
Francis Heights Senior Living CommunityStudioStudio ,1BA$1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wheat Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in Wheat Ridge?

There are currently 1182 Apartments for Rent in Wheat Ridge, CO with pricing that ranges from $650 to $21,894. There are also 220 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wheat Ridge ranging from $380 to $7,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wheat Ridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wheat Ridge ranges from $380 to $7,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,095.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wheat Ridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wheat Ridge range from $1,093 to $8,739, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,581 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,530.

Expert Rental Resources

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