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Creekside

$915 – $1,786/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 404–804 sq ft
  • 20 units available
  • Pet friendly
5250 Cherry Creek South Dr, Denver, CO, 80246

As of October 23, 2026, Creekside in Denver, CO has 20 apartments for rent from $915 to $1,786/mo. Studios start at $915, one-bedrooms at $1,090, and two-bedrooms at $1,675. The average asking rent has fallen 7.8% since August 11, 2026, from $1,404 to $1,295.


Floor plans

Creekside has 20 units available across 10 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (404 sq ft), 6 one-bedroom layouts (552–611 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (804 sq ft). Prices checked October 23, 2026.

The Brook

Studio • 1 Bath • 404 Sq Ft

Starting at $915/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
21A$915404Oct 23
20D$950404Oct 23

The Brook Premier

Studio • 1 Bath • 404 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,164/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
20O$1,164404Oct 23
20M$1,195404Oct 23

The Spring

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,090/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
13L$1,090552Oct 23
7D$1,090552Oct 23

The Mountain Stream

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 611 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,105/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
18P$1,105611Oct 23
18H$1,125611Oct 23

The Spring with Washer/Dryer

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,195/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
7J$1,260552Oct 23
3A$1,195552Nov 7

The Spring Premier

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,224/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3G$1,224552Oct 23
13E$1,326552Oct 23

The Mountain Stream Premier

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 611 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,396/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
11H$1,406611Oct 23
4L$1,416611Oct 23
4I$1,396611Nov 21

The Spring Premier with Washer/Dryer

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,424/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3D$1,424552Oct 23
3I$1,476552Oct 23

The Creek Premier

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 804 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,675/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
16Q$1,675804Oct 23
16C$1,681804Oct 23

The Creek Premier with Washer/Dryer

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 804 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,786/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
16G$1,786804Oct 23

See all 45 units listed at Creekside, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Creekside, a studio starts at about $1,186 a month all-in: $915 rent, $119 in listed fees, and an estimated $152 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,369 and a two-bedroom at about $1,991.

All-in from$1,186/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 Creekside takes about $32,940 a year for a studio, $39,240 for a one-bedroom, and $60,300 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,186 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $50,700 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,186/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$50,700/yr

Income to qualify

$32,940/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Creekside has ranged from $1,295 to $1,414. The current average is $1,295, the lowest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (72 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Creekside shows $119.17 a month in fees (internet and technology service $40, pet rent $35, renters insurance amenity $13.58, and 4 more) and $590 due at signing (pet deposit $300, admin fee $150, application fee $50, and 3 more).

  • Rent

    $915 – $1,786/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 23

Monthly fees

Energy Conservation Fee

$7.86/mo

Internet and Technology Service

$40/mo

Minimum Liability Insurance

$8.58/mo

Monthly Service Fee

$6.15/mo

Pet Rent

$35/mo

Rent Credit Reporting (per household)

$8/mo

Renters Insurance Amenity

$13.58/mo

Due at signing

Account Setup Fee

$20

Admin Fee

$150

Application Fee (per applicant)

$50

Move Out Service Fee

$20

Package Locker Charge

$50/yr

Pet Deposit

$300

Amenities

Creekside is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 11 amenities.

  • Bring Your Furry Friends To The Community’S Spacious Dog Park

  • Carport Parking For Easy, Protected Vehicle Access

  • Enjoy Modern Convenience With Smart Home Technology

  • Escape To Nature With The Cherry Creek Trail Located Right Across The Street

  • In-Unit Washer And Dryer

  • Make Your Dog’S Day, Every Day, At The Onsite Dog Park

  • Relax And Unwind By The Refreshing Swimming Pool

  • Stay Active Anytime In The Fully Equipped 24/7 Fitness Center

  • Stay Active Anytime In The New, Fully Equipped Fitness Center

  • Steps From The Cherry Creek Trail For Walking, Biking, And Outdoor Recreation

  • Take A Dip In The Sparkling Community Pool


Location

5250 Cherry Creek South Dr, Denver, CO, 80246


Resident reviews

Residents of Creekside rate maintenance (4.0) and amenities and shared spaces (3.9) highest and building quality (2.8) lowest.

3.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.2
Maintenance4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Building Quality2.8
Location3.5
Overall100 reviews

Creekside Apartments receives mixed reviews reflecting a divided resident experience. Maintenance staff are consistently praised for responsiveness and professionalism, while leasing and office staff are noted as helpful and friendly. However, significant concerns emerge around property condition, fee structures, move-out charges, and communication delays—particularly for urgent maintenance issues like HVAC failures. The complex offers good amenities and a convenient location, but residents report ongoing issues with security, grounds maintenance, and what many perceive as excessive or unclear charges.

Management and leasing office responsiveness are inconsistent, with some residents praising professional and attentive staff while others report significant delays in communication, billing errors, and unresolved maintenance issues. Deposit deductions and additional fees are frequent complaints, with residents reporting charges for cleaning and painting despite providing clean move-outs. Maintenance response times vary widely—some residents experience 24-hour repairs while others wait weeks for issues like HVAC failures to be addressed.

Maintenance response times and follow-through are inconsistent across the property. While many residents report prompt, professional service and effective repairs—particularly for plumbing, appliance, and HVAC issues—others have experienced significant delays, especially with air conditioning repairs during peak summer months. Recurring issues include unresolved water leaks and repeated HVAC failures in some units, with communication gaps between initial requests and completion.

Residents appreciate the property's location, pool, gym, and package locker system, with several noting good value for amenities. However, recurring concerns include laundry machine reliability and theft, parking fees and enforcement inconsistencies, maintenance responsiveness gaps, and property upkeep issues like overgrown landscaping and water damage. Communication delays and fee structures are also cited as frustrations.

Building condition varies, with some recently renovated units receiving positive feedback, but many residents report outdated finishes, cheap materials, and poor maintenance responsiveness. Common concerns include water service interruptions, non-functional shared appliances (washers/dryers), roof leaks, and pest issues that go unaddressed. Noise insulation is inconsistent—some report thick walls that block neighbor noise well, while others describe thin walls that transmit sound and odors. Security infrastructure gaps, including broken mailboxes and inadequate lighting, are frequently cited alongside general upkeep concerns.

The location offers convenient access to the Cherry Creek Trail and nearby amenities, which residents appreciate. However, parking presents significant challenges, including vehicle theft concerns, guest parking fees, and enforcement issues with assigned spots. Security and maintenance of common areas like parking lots and walkways are recurring concerns that impact the overall location experience.

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

Creekside is somewhat walkable and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Somewhat walkable
Grade D
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Creekside was good on 218 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 93°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 32

Temperature

93° / 23°

average July high / January low

: 77° high, 58° low

Pollen

None

Oct 23–27 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January46°F23°F48 (good)15 of 31
February58°F31°F48 (good)19 of 28
March68°F37°F45 (good)27 of 31
April66°F39°F49 (good)20 of 30
May70°F45°F55 (moderate)10 of 31
June86°F58°F51 (moderate)13 of 30
July93°F65°F59 (moderate)10 of 31
August91°F62°F59 (moderate)10 of 31
September82°F57°F48 (good)15 of 30
October72°F46°F40 (good)29 of 31
November59°F35°F39 (good)27 of 30
December54°F29°F43 (good)23 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 24, 2025 to Oct 23, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Creekside Apartments in Denver, CO offers pet-friendly apartments with wood flooring, modern kitchens and a pet park, near the Cherry Creek Mall.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Creekside is Four Mile Historic Park, a private preschool 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is McMeen Elementary School, 0.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Four Mile Historic Park

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

McMeen Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Glendale Agnes Riddle Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Hillel Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.7 mi

Augustana Early Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

JCC Early Childhood Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Contact & management

Creekside is managed by AIR Communities.


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