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Cortland on Blake

$1,666 – $2,933/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 715–1,566 sq ft
  • 95 units available
  • Pet friendly
1451 24th St, Denver, CO, 80205

As of October 24, 2026, Cortland on Blake in Denver, CO has 95 apartments for rent from $1,666 to $2,933/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,666, two-bedrooms at $2,042, and three-bedrooms at $2,933. The average asking rent has risen 4.5% since April 14, 2026, from $1,972 to $2,060.

Floor plans

Cortland on Blake has 95 units available across 8 floor plans: 3 one-bedroom layouts (715–780 sq ft), 4 two-bedroom layouts (1,062–1,566 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,348 sq ft). Prices checked October 24, 2026.

A6

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 715 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,666/mo

21 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1331$1,721715Sep 17
1331$1,721715Sep 17
1331$1,721715Sep 17
1408$1,741715Sep 24
1408$1,741715Sep 24
1408$1,741715Sep 24
1133$1,781715Oct 13
1133$1,781715Oct 13
1133$1,781715Oct 13
1234$1,666715Oct 15
1234$1,666715Oct 15
1234$1,666715Oct 15
1514$1,866715Oct 29
1533$1,876715Oct 29
1514$1,866715Nov 7
1514$1,866715Nov 7
1533$1,876715Nov 7
1533$1,876715Nov 7
1433$1,836715Nov 16
1433$1,836715Nov 16
1433$1,836715Nov 16

A8

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 745 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,701/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1461$1,701745Nov 19
1461$1,701745Nov 19
1461$1,701745Nov 19

A10

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 780 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,761/mo

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1106$1,886780Nov 29
1106$1,886780Nov 29
1106$1,886780Nov 29
1104$1,761780Dec 28
1104$1,761780Dec 28
1104$1,761780Dec 28
1404$1,771780Jan 1
1404$1,771780Jan 1

B5

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,148 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,042/mo

27 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1232$2,0421,148Sep 18
1232$2,0771,148Sep 18
1232$2,0771,148Sep 18
1184$2,1321,148Sep 22
1184$2,1671,148Sep 22
1184$2,1671,148Sep 22
1228$2,1421,148Sep 26
1228$2,1771,148Sep 26
1228$2,1771,148Sep 26
1178$2,1971,148Oct 24
1178$2,2321,148Oct 24
1178$2,2321,148Oct 24
1420$2,3071,148Oct 25
1420$2,3421,148Oct 25
1420$2,3421,148Oct 25
1328$2,2121,148Nov 10
1328$2,2471,148Nov 10
1328$2,2471,148Nov 10
1316$2,1921,148Nov 12
1316$2,2271,148Nov 12
1316$2,2271,148Nov 12
1378$2,2621,148Dec 2
1378$2,2971,148Dec 2
1378$2,2971,148Dec 2
1320$2,2871,148Dec 29
1320$2,3221,148Dec 29
1320$2,3221,148Dec 29

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,062 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,047/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1321$2,0471,062Oct 6
1321$2,0821,062Oct 6
1321$2,0821,062Oct 6

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,075 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,057/mo

24 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1439$2,1271,075Sep 22
1439$2,1621,075Sep 22
1439$2,1621,075Sep 22
1226$2,1271,075Oct 20
1226$2,1621,075Oct 20
1226$2,1621,075Oct 20
1339$2,1771,075Oct 20
1339$2,2121,075Oct 20
1339$2,2121,075Oct 20
1301$2,1071,075Oct 31
1301$2,1421,075Oct 31
1301$2,1421,075Oct 31
1541$2,1271,075Nov 1
1541$2,1621,075Nov 1
1541$2,1621,075Nov 1
1407$2,1571,075Nov 7
1407$2,1921,075Nov 7
1407$2,1921,075Nov 7
1239$2,0571,075Nov 24
1239$2,0921,075Nov 24
1239$2,0921,075Nov 24
1522$2,1871,075Dec 24
1522$2,2221,075Dec 24
1522$2,2221,075Dec 24

B6

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,566 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,602/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1430$2,6021,566Sep 24
1430$2,6371,566Sep 24
1430$2,6371,566Sep 24
1318$2,6121,566Oct 3
1318$2,6471,566Oct 3
1318$2,6471,566Oct 3

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,348 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,933/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1456$2,9331,348Oct 22
1456$2,9331,348Oct 22
1456$2,9331,348Oct 22

See all 122 units listed at Cortland on Blake, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Cortland on Blake, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,905 a month all-in: $1,666 rent and an estimated $239 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,356 and a three-bedroom at about $3,345.

All-in from$1,905/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 Cortland on Blake takes about $59,976 a year for a one-bedroom, $73,512 for a two-bedroom, and $105,588 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,905 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $85,700 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,905/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$85,700/yr

Income to qualify

$59,976/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Cortland on Blake has ranged from $1,752 to $2,317. The current average is $2,060, up $88 (4.5%) from $1,972 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (177 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,666 – $2,933/mo

  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 1

Amenities

Cortland on Blake is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 37 amenities, including 24/7 fitness center, private balconies, and elevators.

  • 24/7 Fitness Center

  • 24/7 Package Lockers

  • Additional Storage Spaces

  • Controlled-Access Community

  • Elevate Fitness

  • Elevators

  • Exposed Concrete Ceilings

  • Keyless Home Entry Systems

  • Leash-Free Bark Park

  • Limited-Access Parking Garage

  • Live Easy Guarantees

  • Modern Lighting

  • Next-Level Apartment Living

  • Nine To 14-Foot Ceilings

  • Outdoor Kitchen With Gas Grills

  • Pet-Friendly Apartments

  • Private Balconies

  • Private Home Entries

  • Reserved Parking Spaces Available

  • Resort-Style Pool And Sun Deck With A Heated Spa

  • Rooftop Lounge With City Skyline Views, Hdtvs, And Games

  • Scenic Mountain Or City Skyline Views

  • Smart Thermostats

  • Smoke-Free Cortland Community

  • Smoke-Free Living

  • Sports Lounge With Billiards And Shuffleboard

  • Beer Garden

  • Energy-Efficient, Stainless Steel And Black Appliances

  • Granite Countertops

  • In-Home, Full-Size Washer And Dryer Sets

  • Kitchen Islands Or Breakfast Bars

  • Planned Resident Social Events

  • Poolside Fire Pit And Hammock Garden

  • Resident Events

  • Resident Lounge With Wifi, Hdtvs, A Party-Ready Kitchen, And More

  • Spacious Walk-In Closets

  • Wood-Style Flooring

Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Gym

Location

1451 24th St, Denver, CO, 80205

Resident reviews

Residents of Cortland on Blake rate management (3.9) and location (3.8) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

3.4 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality2.2
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.7
Location3.8
Overall100 reviews

Cortland on Blake receives highly polarized reviews reflecting two distinct resident experiences. The majority of residents (78%) report positive experiences, consistently praising responsive office staff, efficient maintenance teams, and the property's convenient location near downtown Denver and RiNo. However, a significant minority (20%) report serious ongoing issues including chronic HVAC failures, persistent cleanliness problems in common areas, frequent infrastructure breakdowns, and slow management responsiveness to maintenance requests. The gap between positive and negative experiences suggests inconsistent service delivery and property management across different time periods and departments.

Management responsiveness is highly polarized. Positive reviews consistently praise office staff for quick communication, helpfulness, and going above and beyond during move-ins and lease matters. However, negative reviews report significant unresponsiveness to maintenance requests, AC failures, safety concerns, and policy enforcement issues, with some residents describing months-long delays and lack of follow-up despite repeated contact attempts.

Maintenance experiences at this property are sharply divided. Positive reviews consistently praise individual maintenance staff members for responsiveness, professionalism, and quality work, with several residents noting quick resolution of requests. However, negative reviews document persistent systemic issues including prolonged AC failures lasting months or years, recurring water leaks and flooding, broken doors and elevators, and delayed response to work orders. Communication gaps and unresolved issues despite multiple requests are common complaints.

Residents report pervasive building maintenance issues including frequent elevator and door failures, prolonged AC outages lasting months, and persistent water leaks causing ceiling damage and flooding. Cleanliness is a major concern, with animal waste regularly left in hallways, elevators, and common areas for extended periods. Fire alarm frequency, broken garage doors, and security vulnerabilities are additional recurring problems that management has been slow to address.

Amenities and shared spaces suffer from significant maintenance and cleanliness issues. HVAC systems experience frequent breakdowns with delayed repairs, garage doors remain broken for extended periods, and common areas including hallways, elevators, and the pool area are regularly reported as unsanitary due to inadequate pet waste cleanup and general debris. While some residents praise the pool and staff responsiveness, the majority of reviews document persistent problems with facility upkeep, security concerns from broken doors and gates, and slow response times to maintenance requests.

The property offers a highly convenient downtown location with walkable access to entertainment, dining, and transit, particularly near Coors Field and the RiNo district. Positive reviews consistently praise proximity to major streets and amenities, though some residents report safety concerns related to the surrounding neighborhood. Location convenience is a significant draw, though experiences vary regarding overall property conditions and management responsiveness.

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

Cortland on Blake is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A+
Transit
Good
Grade C
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Cortland on Blake was good on 218 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 95°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 23°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

218 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 39

Temperature

95° / 23°

average July high / January low

: 58° high, 42° low

Pollen

None

Oct 24–28 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January47°F23°F48 (good)15 of 31
February58°F30°F48 (good)19 of 28
March69°F38°F45 (good)27 of 31
April66°F39°F49 (good)20 of 30
May71°F45°F55 (moderate)10 of 31
June87°F59°F51 (moderate)13 of 30
July95°F66°F59 (moderate)10 of 31
August92°F62°F59 (moderate)10 of 31
September83°F58°F48 (good)15 of 30
October73°F46°F40 (good)29 of 31
November59°F34°F39 (good)27 of 30
December53°F27°F43 (good)23 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 25, 2025 to Oct 24, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

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Nearby schools

The closest school to Cortland on Blake is University Preparatory School, a charter elementary school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Cole Arts And Science Academy, 1 mile away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

University Preparatory School

Charter · Elementary		CharterElementary0.2 mi

Home of Neighborly Service

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Montessori Academy Of Colorado

Private · Middle		PrivateMiddle0.3 mi

Curtis Park Community Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Tubman Hilliard Global Academy

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Home Away From Home Learning DC II

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Glenarm Recreation Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Edna Oliver Montessori Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Cole Arts And Science Academy

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.0 mi

Lyons Playhouse

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Contact & management

Cortland on Blake is managed by Cortland. The leasing office's phone number is 720-606-4324.

Cortland

Property manager

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