The Denver home price has been rising for the last eight years and agents don’t expect them to slow down in 2020. According to Zillow, the Denver average home price is $451,513 and Colorado’s average home worth is under $400,000. What are Colorado affordable places to live?

There are still pockets in Colorado where it is affordable to live the Colorado way at a more reasonable price.

These are just 15 places where you will find affordable homes in Colorado.

The suburb lies between Boulder and Denver and is ideal for students. In 2016, a light rail station was opened in Westminster. It can take passengers from Westminster to Denver in just 10 minutes. There are plenty of things to do around town. You can go for brunch at Snooze, or walk among the hundreds of butterflies at the Butterfly Pavilion. You can hold Rosie the Pavilion’s resident Tarantula.

Aurora residents no longer have to take a Lyft in neighboring Denver for a night out, or happy hour. The Stanley Marketplace, a marketplace that focuses on food and has shops, is located in an ex-airport building. It’s a trendy destination for residents of this suburb. Aurora also has large employers such as the University of Colorado’s Medical Campus and Buckley Air Force Base. Regular flyers will love the proximity of the suburb to Denver International Airport. Here you can connect non-stop to 215 destinations and explore wild conspiracy theories in case your flight is delayed.

Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and several high-tech companies. There’s also a growing beer scene, with over 40 craft breweries. Realtor.com has identified Fort Collins as an area that can be considered risky because of the steady housing market. Horsetooth Reservoir, which is located in your backyard, provides easy access for residents to enjoy the outdoors, including climbing, fishing, and kayaking.

Arvada was named one of Apartment Therapy’s Coolest Suburbs of America. It has an extensive network of trails for outdoor lovers and a vibrant arts scene thanks to the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities. There’s also a bustling downtown with farmers’ markets, movie nights outdoors, and concerts. Arvada lies just 12 miles from Denver. It is easily connected by light rail to the downtown area, which makes transportation easy. Because of its close proximity to the Rockies, it’s often called the “Gateway to the Rockies”. On Saturday mornings you don’t want to hit the ski slopes, the Cereal Box offers a chance for fun with cereals from all over the globe.

Pueblo in Southern Colorado is home to some of the most cost-effective homes. You can enjoy boat rides, public art, and restaurants along the Arkansas Riverwalk. Neon Alley is a great place to get insta-worthy photos. There are dozens upon dozens of vintage neon signs that glow.

The famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado is located near Lakewood. The stage is adorned with crimson rock – a visit to this famous venue is almost a right of passage. Red Rocks is also known for its outdoor cinemas in summer and stunning gym, which are perfect for running up the stairs or practicing yoga. There are many shopping opportunities in Lakewood, including the Colorado Mills outlet center and mixed-use Belmar shops. This is great news for “South Park” lovers: Casa Bonita can be visited in person. Cartman loves the Mexican restaurant (“more sopapillas please!”). It is located in a strip mall and features a waterfall that allows cliff divers to perform tricks.

Englewood’s hipness is due to its many antique shops and eccentric dive bars, as well as a renovated Art Deco venue, called the Gothic Theatre that hosts a full concert schedule. Englewood is just outside Denver and offers many family-friendly facilities. Pirates Cove is an affordable waterpark that features water slides, lazy rivers, and water slides. The Museum of Outdoor Arts hosts concerts and has a wealth of public art.

The dramatic formations of crimson and sandstone that rise into the blue sky at Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs would make a great state postcard. Pikes Peak is located in southern Colorado. It boasts spectacular views that inspired Katharine Le Bates’ “America the Beautiful” book. Colorado Springs is beautiful, it’s that simple. The region boasts 55 museums and cultural attractions, so newcomers will find plenty to do on their weekend breaks.

The “Sweetheart City” is a name that refers to the thousands of Valentines that are routed through the town in Northern Colorado every year by volunteers who place Loveland stamps onto the cards. Sweetheart Festivals are a big part of the city’s Valentine’s Day festivities. Loveland has plenty of open spaces that are perfect for outdoor lovers, such as Boyd Lake State Park where you can swim and camp, and Devil’s Backbone Open Space which allows for hiking and camping amongst unique rock formations. Is your head still in the clouds?

Colorado loves its craft beer, no doubt. It also has a wine region with Western Slope vineyards and Grand Junction tasting rooms. Here, warm and cool nights yield some delicious grapes. Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument’s Redrock canyons, is a great place to camp, hike, mountain bike, or raft. You will also see bighorn sheep and eagles.

Although many people came to Colorado looking for gold, Palisade was founded by fruit farmers. This Western Slope town is home to many wineries and orchards, but its most notable feature is the delicious peaches that it produces. It hosts an annual peach festival. The charming downtown is home to art galleries. If you are lucky, steep climbs up Mount Garfield will reward outdoor enthusiasts with breathtaking views and sightings of wild horses.

You may be feeling a bit defeated if it is the promise of powder day that lures you to Colorado. Idaho Springs, a small mountain community along I-70 is where you can get an advantage over the crowds of skiers on weekends. Idaho Springs offers hot springs and Beau Jo’s pizza, which is Colorado-style.

Boulder County’s median home price is more than $500,000. Longmont, however, is an exception. Longmont boasts over 1,500 acres of parks and open spaces, as well as a charming downtown filled with shops, art galleries, and music venues. Longmont also offers some surprises like Quarters Bar+Arcade with retro arcade games, hard ciders, and Cheese Importers which sells more than 350 imported Swiss cheeses.

Canon City is located two-and-a-half hours from Denver and is home to Colorado State Penitentiary. It is a hidden paradise for adventurers. The park and Royal Gorge Bridge offer new climbing routes and the opportunity to zipline through the canyon. Enjoy whitewater rafting along the Arkansas River in the summer.

The median home price is $369,279The monthly rent in Commerce City is $2,250. Commerce City lies six miles from Denver International Airport. Commerce City remains a reasonably affordable area with large subdivisions that are very popular with families. For example, the Reunion neighborhood has its own coffee shop, as well as a recreation center located in a large red barn, and a park. The Buffalo Run Golf Course is also located next to it, an 18-hole city-run course.