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Ascend at Pena Station

$1,459 – $1,955/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 557–999 sq ft
  • 9 units available
18591 E 61st Ave, Denver, CO 80249

As of October 23, 2026, Ascend at Pena Station in Denver, CO has 9 apartments for rent from $1,459 to $1,955/mo. Studios start at $1,459, one-bedrooms at $1,480, and two-bedrooms at $1,920. The average asking rent has fallen 10.3% since June 4, 2026, from $1,804 to $1,618.


Floor plans

Ascend at Pena Station has 9 units available across 3 floor plans: a studio layout (557 sq ft), a one-bedroom layout (673–684 sq ft), and a two-bedroom layout (976–999 sq ft). Prices checked October 23, 2026.

Alpha

Studio • 1 Bath • 557 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,459/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
422$1,459557Oct 22

Bravo

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 673 – 684 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,480/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
317$1,500673Sep 13
312$1,485684Sep 17
407$1,480673Oct 8
340$1,485684Oct 30
427$1,520673Nov 7
401$1,505684Nov 21

Echo

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 976 – 999 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,920/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
136$1,955999May 7
214$1,920976Jun 24

See all 59 units listed at Ascend at Pena Station, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Ascend at Pena Station, a studio starts at about $1,966 a month all-in: $1,459 rent, $323 in listed fees, and an estimated $184 for electric and gas, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,995 and a two-bedroom at about $2,472.

All-in from$1,966/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Ascend at Pena Station takes about $52,524 a year for a studio, $53,280 for a one-bedroom, and $69,120 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,966 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $88,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,966/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$88,900/yr

Income to qualify

$52,524/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Ascend at Pena Station has ranged from $1,475 to $1,964. The current average is $1,618, down $186 (10.3%) from $1,804 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (116 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Ascend at Pena Station shows $323.31 a month in fees (parking garage $150, cable TV and internet services $64, pet rent $35, and 5 more) and $1,032 due at signing (security deposit $500, pet deposit $300, holding deposit $200, and 1 more).

  • Rent

    $1,459 – $1,955/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    May 7

Monthly fees

Cable TV and Internet Services

$64/mo

Parking

$5/mo

Parking - Garage

$150/mo

Pet Rent

$35/mo

Smart Home Services

$13/mo

Storage Space Rental

$30/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$20.25/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$32

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

$200

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$300

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Amenities

Ascend at Pena Station lists 18 amenities, including patio/balcony and hardwood-style flooring & carpet.

  • 3 Different Coworking Lounges W/ Private Offices

  • A Gamers Delight - Golf Simulator Lounge

  • Bike Storage, Bike & Ski Repair Shop

  • Courtyard W/ Outdoor Pizza Oven, Hammock Loungers

  • Fitness Center W/ Spin & Yoga Center

  • Game Room W/ Billiards, Ping Pong & Shuffleboard

  • Indoor Pickleball Court

  • Sky Deck With Amazing Views Of The Rocky Mountains

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool And Hot Tub W/ Cabanas

  • Brand New Spacious Floor Plans

  • Cararra Quartz Countertops

  • Hardwood-Style Flooring & Carpet

  • Light Gray Shaker Style Cabinets

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Prep Islands & Pendant Lights

  • Stainless Steel Energy Efficient Appliances

  • Tile Backsplash


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos
  • Gym

Location

18591 E 61st Ave, Denver, CO 80249


Resident reviews

Ascend at Pena Station has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (3.7) and amenities and shared spaces (3.7) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

4.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.7
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality2.2
Overall41 reviews

Ascend at Pena Station offers extensive amenities and responsive staff that residents appreciate, though the property faces significant challenges with maintenance responsiveness, building security, and amenity reliability. Management transitions have created inconsistency in service quality and issue resolution. While newer residents and those under current management report positive experiences, longer-term residents cite persistent problems with access systems, structural issues, and fee transparency.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly by tenure and management transition. Recent residents and those under current management report attentive, friendly staff and quick issue resolution, while longer-term residents cite repeated management turnover, unresponsiveness to maintenance requests, billing discrepancies, and delayed refunds as persistent concerns. Communication gaps and inconsistent follow-up on resident issues appear tied to management changes rather than individual staff performance.

The property offers an extensive amenity package including pool, hot tub, golf simulator, game room, and sky lounge that residents appreciate when functional. However, multiple residents report significant maintenance issues with amenities—including non-operational golf simulators, inconsistent hot tub heating, and broken fire pits—alongside building-wide concerns such as access control failures, parking management gaps, and common-area upkeep inconsistencies. Staff responsiveness is consistently praised, but amenity reliability and fee structures remain sources of frustration.

Maintenance response times are generally quick when work orders are submitted, with staff noted as professional and helpful. However, recurring issues include slow resolution of structural problems (water damage, mold, weatherstripping), delayed access to amenities, and amenity equipment failures (HVAC, appliances, outdoor equipment). Some residents report extended wait times for non-emergency repairs and concerns about incomplete follow-through on reported issues.

The building is newer but experiencing significant structural and maintenance issues that detract from the living experience. Common problems include water damage, mold, drafty windows and doors, elevator malfunctions, and occasional sewage odors. While staff and maintenance are noted as responsive and helpful, the frequency and persistence of unresolved issues—combined with high rent costs—create frustration among residents.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Ascend at Pena Station is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Ascend at Pena Station was good on 178 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 94°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 25°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

178 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 42

Temperature

94° / 25°

average July high / January low

: 78° high, 57° low

Pollen

None

Oct 23–27 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January47°F25°F52 (moderate)11 of 31
February58°F31°F51 (moderate)12 of 28
March68°F38°F46 (good)22 of 31
April66°F39°F48 (good)19 of 30
May71°F45°F56 (moderate)7 of 31
June86°F57°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
July94°F65°F59 (moderate)9 of 31
August91°F62°F59 (moderate)8 of 31
September82°F57°F49 (good)14 of 30
October72°F46°F42 (good)26 of 31
November59°F34°F43 (good)24 of 30
December55°F30°F50 (good)15 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 24, 2025 to Oct 23, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Ascend at Pena Station is a 180-unit building in Denver, CO.

Perfectly positioned near I-70 and the light rail, Ascend at Peña Station offers modern Denver apartments designed for convenience and style. Inside, sleek finishes, stainless-steel appliances, and in-home washer/dryer sets elevate daily living. Outside your door, enjoy resort-style amenities like a sparkling pool, cutting-edge fitness center, pickleball courts, and stylish social lounge. With downtown Denver, DIA, scenic parks, and trails just minutes away, Ascend combines comfort, connection, and the best of Mile High living.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    180

Nearby schools

The closest school to Ascend at Pena Station is Legacy Options High School, a public high school 0.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Legacy Options High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.7 mi

Ymca Day Care-High Point

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Highline Academy Northeast

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary1.0 mi

Strive Prep - Rise

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.4 mi

KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.4 mi

Sandra Todd-Williams Academy

Public · Preschool
PublicPreschool1.5 mi

Omar D Blair Charter School

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.5 mi

Green Valley Ranch Rec Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Lil' Peoples Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.6 mi

Contact & management

Ascend at Pena Station is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 983-210-2850.


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