Cheapest Cities in Colorado 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Colorado

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Naturita	$55K	289 days	1.3 mo	N/A
2	Peetz	$65K	245 days	—	N/A
3	Dinosaur	$110K	48 days	—	N/A
4	Blende	$113K	days	4.0 mo	N/A
5	Aetna Estates	$125K	days	—	N/A
6	Avondale	$136K	177 days	2.0 mo	N/A
7	Rockvale	$140K	89 days	1.3 mo	N/A
8	De Beque	$160K	77 days	2.0 mo	N/A
9	Hartsel	$163K	7 days	1.0 mo	N/A
10	Boone	$176K	92 days	2.0 mo	N/A
11	Deer Trail	$180K	128 days	4.5 mo	N/A
12	Salt Creek	$180K	8 days	—	N/A
13	Oak Creek	$199K	136 days	5.0 mo	N/A
14	Maybell	$208K	379 days	—	N/A
15	Iliff	$210K	days	—	N/A
16	Rye	$225K	35 days	1.0 mo	N/A
17	Merino	$227K	91 days	—	N/A
18	Florence	$230K	89 days	6.6 mo	-16.3%
19	Ignacio	$238K	88 days	—	N/A
20	Sterling	$238K	53 days	5.5 mo	+22.3%
21	Lincoln Park	$245K	204 days	6.3 mo	N/A
22	Collbran	$250K	71 days	1.0 mo	N/A
23	Orchard	$250K	10 days	1.0 mo	N/A
24	Olathe	$257K	20 days	1.5 mo	N/A
25	Pueblo	$257K	77 days	5.1 mo	+13.7%
26	Simla	$264K	32 days	1.5 mo	N/A
27	Crook	$265K	305 days	—	N/A
28	Marvel	$265K	21 days	—	N/A
29	Fleming	$268K	179 days	5.0 mo	N/A
30	Matheson	$268K	9 days	0.5 mo	N/A
31	Craig	$270K	79 days	2.2 mo	+34.8%
32	Grover	$276K	238 days	—	N/A
33	Padroni	$276K	days	—	N/A
34	Palisade	$285K	6 days	11.0 mo	N/A
35	Williamsburg	$287K	93 days	2.5 mo	N/A
36	Alma	$290K	239 days	8.0 mo	N/A
37	Fulford	$290K	63 days	—	N/A
38	Garden City	$290K	213 days	1.0 mo	N/A
39	Hillrose	$290K	48 days	—	N/A
40	Nucla	$290K	131 days	4.0 mo	N/A
41	Atwood	$300K	days	—	N/A
42	Byers	$300K	111 days	7.0 mo	N/A
43	Guffey	$300K	days	2.0 mo	N/A
44	Raymer (New Raymer)	$300K	142 days	—	N/A
45	La Salle	$302K	62 days	2.5 mo	N/A
46	Cañon City	$305K	99 days	6.4 mo	+1.7%
47	Snyder	$305K	97 days	—	N/A
48	Log Lane Village	$307K	37 days	3.0 mo	N/A
49	Brush	$309K	215 days	2.7 mo	N/A
50	Beulah Valley	$310K	222 days	8.0 mo	N/A
51	Clifton	$314K	54 days	1.8 mo	+2.9%
52	Parachute	$315K	52 days	0.3 mo	N/A
53	Glendale	$318K	12 days	1.0 mo	N/A
54	Ault	$320K	66 days	1.8 mo	-17.9%
55	Fort Morgan	$320K	64 days	4.0 mo	-14.7%
56	Federal Heights	$325K	65 days	1.4 mo	N/A
57	Park Center	$333K	133 days	3.3 mo	N/A
58	Orchard Mesa	$334K	30 days	2.1 mo	-6.1%
59	Aristocrat Ranchettes	$342K	4 days	4.0 mo	N/A
60	Jackson Lake	$345K	137 days	—	N/A
61	Vineland	$345K	53 days	—	N/A
62	Derby	$347K	38 days	1.0 mo	+15.2%
63	Nunn	$350K	183 days	1.0 mo	N/A
64	Redvale	$358K	106 days	—	N/A
65	Idaho Springs	$360K	57 days	2.0 mo	N/A
66	Wiggins	$362K	62 days	2.0 mo	N/A
67	Dacono	$363K	92 days	5.7 mo	N/A
68	Kersey	$369K	58 days	2.0 mo	N/A
69	Fairplay	$370K	197 days	11.0 mo	N/A
70	Gilcrest	$370K	21 days	2.0 mo	N/A
71	Sheridan	$375K	76 days	1.2 mo	N/A
72	Battlement Mesa	$375K	30 days	3.7 mo	N/A
73	Cotopaxi	$375K	206 days	—	N/A
74	Fruitvale	$376K	21 days	2.1 mo	+2.5%
75	Briggsdale	$381K	49 days	—	N/A
76	Colorado City	$382K	116 days	2.8 mo	N/A
77	Colona	$385K	79 days	—	N/A
78	Evans	$385K	68 days	3.1 mo	-6.1%
79	Pueblo West	$385K	109 days	4.6 mo	-3.1%
80	Eldora	$389K	84 days	1.0 mo	N/A
81	Shaw Heights	$390K	71 days	10.0 mo	N/A
82	Keenesburg	$395K	74 days	3.6 mo	N/A
83	Empire	$395K	35 days	2.0 mo	N/A
84	Coaldale	$399K	49 days	3.0 mo	N/A
85	Four Square Mile	$400K	57 days	5.5 mo	+36.1%
86	Hayden	$404K	165 days	8.0 mo	N/A
87	Brookside	$408K	94 days	2.0 mo	N/A
88	Allenspark	$410K	80 days	4.0 mo	N/A
89	Sherrelwood	$410K	24 days	1.3 mo	-10.2%
90	Greeley	$413K	66 days	3.4 mo	+0.2%
91	Grand Junction	$415K	53 days	3.0 mo	+3.6%
92	Penrose	$419K	71 days	8.5 mo	N/A
93	Downieville-Lawson-Dumont	$425K	4 days	3.0 mo	N/A
94	Red Feather Lakes	$428K	211 days	7.5 mo	N/A
95	Northglenn	$435K	58 days	1.1 mo	-4.7%
96	Silver Plume	$435K	285 days	2.0 mo	N/A
97	Wolcott	$435K	183 days	—	N/A
98	Louviers	$440K	10 days	2.0 mo	N/A
99	Loma	$441K	66 days	4.5 mo	N/A
100	Bennett	$441K	144 days	2.5 mo	+5.0%

Affordable Housing in Colorado

Looking for affordable housing in Colorado? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Naturita with a median price of $55K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Colorado?

The most affordable cities in Colorado are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Colorado?

Affordable Colorado cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Colorado cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Colorado cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Colorado's cheapest cities?

In Colorado's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Colorado a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Colorado cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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