Live near a Denver RTD light rail station and commute without driving. Apartment options on the A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, R, and W lines. Free bilingual locator service.
Light Rail Apartments Denver
Apartments near Denver light rail.
Live near a Denver RTD light rail station and commute without driving. Apartment options on the A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, R, and W lines. Free bilingual locator service.
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Denver's RTD light rail system covers most of the metro and makes car-free living realistic. Apartments within walking distance of light rail stations command modest premiums but the savings on car ownership ($400-800/month total) often outweigh the rent difference.
Best lines for apartment options: G Line (Olde Town Arvada to Union Station), W Line (Lakewood to downtown), D Line (Littleton to downtown), and R Line (Aurora to Lone Tree).
Best apartment options by light rail line
G Line (Olde Town Arvada → Union Station): Walkable Olde Town with new apartment construction; Wheat Ridge stations with older inventory. 1BRs $1,500-$2,200.
W Line (Lakewood → downtown): Belmar area + Lakewood/Wadsworth stations. 1BRs $1,500-$2,000.
D Line / H Line (Littleton Mineral → downtown): Apartment communities clustered near Mineral, Englewood, and Louisiana/Pearl stations. 1BRs $1,400-$1,900.
R Line (Aurora → Lone Tree): Newer apartment construction along the line in Aurora, Centennial. 1BRs $1,400-$1,900.
A Line (Union Station → DIA): Limited residential along the route (mostly industrial), but Central Park station has Stapleton apartments. 1BRs $1,600-$2,200.
Why car-free living works in Denver
Save $400-800/month on car ownership (payment, insurance, gas, maintenance, parking). RTD monthly pass is ~$114. Net savings $300-700/month — enough to afford a higher-rent transit-oriented apartment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I live car-free in Denver near light rail?
Yes, on the G, W, D, H, R, and A lines. Walking distance to a station and proximity to your work via rail is the key factor.
Which light rail lines have the most apartment options?
G Line (Olde Town Arvada), W Line (Lakewood), D Line (Littleton/Englewood), and R Line (Aurora) have the most apartment communities within walking distance of stations.
How much do light-rail-adjacent apartments cost in Denver?
Typically $1,400-$2,200 for 1-bedrooms depending on line and station. Modest premium over non-transit-adjacent units, but car ownership savings usually exceed the difference.
Can a Denver locator filter for light rail proximity?
Yes. Juan David tracks transit-oriented inventory across the metro. Free for renters. 720-560-2740.