Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Denver

All 24 neighborhoods in Denver ranked by cost of living index. Updated 2026.

Highest Rent
$2,432/mo
City Avg Rent
$1,900/mo
Neighborhoods
24

Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Denver — Full Rankings

# Neighborhood 1BR Rent Index vs Avg
1 Cherry Creek $2,432/mo 1.28x +28%
2 LoDo (Lower Downtown) $2,318/mo 1.22x +22%
3 RiNo (River North) $2,185/mo 1.15x +15%
4 Hilltop $2,185/mo 1.15x +15%
5 Highlands $2,128/mo 1.12x +12%
6 Capitol Hill $2,090/mo 1.10x +10%
7 Washington Park $2,052/mo 1.08x +8%
8 Sloan Lake $2,052/mo 1.08x +8%
9 Congress Park $1,995/mo 1.05x +5%
10 Baker $1,938/mo 1.02x +2%
11 Platt Park $1,938/mo 1.02x +2%
12 City Park $1,900/mo 1.00x Avg
13 Five Points $1,805/mo 0.95x -5%
14 Stapleton (Central Park) $1,748/mo 0.92x -8%
15 Park Hill $1,710/mo 0.90x -10%
16 Lakewood $1,615/mo 0.85x -15%
17 Englewood $1,558/mo 0.82x -18%
18 Arvada $1,558/mo 0.82x -18%
19 Wheat Ridge $1,520/mo 0.80x -20%
20 Aurora $1,482/mo 0.78x -22%
21 Green Valley Ranch $1,425/mo 0.75x -25%
22 Montbello $1,368/mo 0.72x -28%
23 Globeville $1,368/mo 0.72x -28%
24 Federal Heights $1,330/mo 0.70x -30%

Rent estimates based on city average of $1,900/mo adjusted by neighborhood cost index. Index 1.00 = city average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most expensive neighborhood in Denver?

The most expensive neighborhood in Denver is Cherry Creek, with an estimated 1-bedroom rent of $2,432/month — 28% above the city average.

How much more expensive is Cherry Creek than the city average?

Cherry Creek is approximately 28% more expensive than the Denver average. 1-bedroom rent is $2,432/mo vs $1,900/mo city-wide.

How many neighborhoods does Denver have?

Our database covers 24 neighborhoods in Denver, each with detailed cost-of-living and salary data.

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