Fortunately, though, better deals can be found in resort areas a little farther off the beaten path.
Turbo Tenant has come up with average rents for two-bedroom apartments in seven communities that cater to skiers and boarders. We've ranked the data from least to most expensive and illustrated it with photos and information about current listings in each locale. Also included are excerpts from Turbo Tenant's original post.
The results may cause you to pause next time you consider grumbling about the cost of rent in Denver. Check out the prices below.
This two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,000-square-foot apartment is at 302 Talisman Drive UNIT 39 in Pagosa Springs. Rent: $1,400 per month.
Pagosa Springs is known for its hot springs, and it's also about twenty miles from Wolf Creek ski area. Wolf Creek is located in the San Juan mountains, and lift tickets are less expensive than those at many of the other Colorado ski areas. There is also some excellent cross country skiing available....
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $1,315
This two-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 927-square-foot apartment is at 432 Cascadilla Street in Crested Butte. Rent: Contact foreclosure agent for details.
Crested Butte is known as "the last great Colorado ski town" for good reason. At 8,909 feet, the town has the highest elevation on our list. It's home to Crested Butte Mountain Resort, located on Mount Crested Butte, and the surrounding mountains have some of the greatest back country skiing in the state. It's also known as the "Nordic ski capital of Colorado" with miles of groomed trails and spectacular views.
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $1,377
This one-bedroom, one-bath, 713-square-foot apartment is at 1175 Bangtail Way # 4112 in Steamboat Springs. Rent: $1,850 per month.
Steamboat has two major ski areas: Steamboat Ski Resort and Howelson Ski Area. Steamboat has produced more winter Olympians than any other town in North America, which has earned it the nickname "Ski Town USA."
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $1,774
Continue for average rent prices at four more Colorado ski towns.
This one-bedroom, one-bath, 425-square-foot apartment is at 214 North Main Street in Breckenridge. Rent: $1,375 per month.
Breck is nestled in the Tenmile Range of the Rocky Mountains. Breckenridge Ski Resort is consistently one of the most visited ski resorts in the country, which may have to do with the fact that it's just a little over two hours from Denver International Airport. It also made winter sports history when it became the first resort in Colorado to allow snowboarding.
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $1,987
Unit A at 4999 Main Gore Drive South in Vail has four bedrooms, three bathrooms and is 1,900 square feet. Rent: $4,000 per month.
Vail boasts the third largest ski resort in the country, with more than 5,200 acres of ski and snowboard area. The picturesque village is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike, making it one of the most visited ski areas.
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $2,200
A three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 3,000-square-foot spot on South Pine Street in Telluride. Rent: $12,000 per month.
The former mining town is now known for its skiing and music festivals. Telluride Ski Resort is nestled into the San Juan mountains, which are in southwest Colorado. Visitors can stay in town or in Mountain Village, which are connected by a gondola that serves as a unique form of free transportation.
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $2,445
Unit D of 250 South Original Street in Aspen has two bedrooms, two baths and offers 1,168 square feet of space. Rent: $7,000 per month.
With four large ski areas close by, there's plenty of variety. Skiers can choose from Snowmass Ski Resort, Aspen Mountain Ski Resort, Aspen Highlands Ski Resort and Buttermilk Mountain Ski Area....
Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment: $3,660
