Broomfield Apartments and Rentals

Anyone seeking a safe commuter city won't find a better fit than Broomfield. This community is surrounded by the natural beauty of Colorado, yet it is only 20 minutes from both Boulder and Denver. Bordered by Pike's Park, Mount Evans, Long's Peak and natural plains, the Broomfield area is a nature lover's dream. A dynamic population, lots of open spaces and an array of business opportunities make Broomfield the perfect place to live.

Those searching for Broomfield apartments for rent will appreciate the city's low crime rate and safe streets.

Broomfield was born when gold-seekers and their families came to Colorado hoping to find their fortunes. It grew to become a small railroad town in the early 1900s, when 19 daily passenger trains passed through the area, but the advent of the automobile cut down on train travel in Broomfield. When the city was incorporated in 1961, the population had grown to 6,000 residents.

Today, the city of Broomfield is home to 57,352 residents, according to July 2011 data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. This bustling community has grown to include multiple neighborhoods, and the only problem finding apartments in Broomfield is determining which of these wonderful neighborhoods to live in.

Students will find that two different University of Colorado campuses are easily accessible from Broomfield. The college's Boulder campus, which serves thousands of undergraduate and graduate students, offers pupils the opportunity to study more than 150 different academic disciplines. University of Colorado at Denver is known for its strong business, computer science and digital media departments. Metropolitan State University of Denver is also located in the nearby metropolitan area, and provides bachelor's and master's degrees to thousands of students annually.

Besides being conveniently located near multiple large universities, Broomfield is also home to some large corporations that employ locals. The city is home to the headquarters of companies such as Level 3 Communications and Ball Corporation. Other large employers in the community include Hunter Douglas, Staples, Time Warner and Oracle Corporation. Those seeking public sector employment will find that the city and county of Broomfield are also high on the list of the city's top employers.

Statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that typical rents in Broomfield range from $900 to $1,500. According to the same data, the median gross rent in the area is $975.

Renting in Broomfield, right in between two major cities, has its advantages. Broomfield is conveniently served by the Regional Transportation District (RTD). This public transit system takes residents almost anywhere in the Denver metro area. Drivers will find that Broomfield is conveniently nestled right along U.S. Route 36, the Boulder Turnpike.

Broomfield residents can often be found outdoors enjoying the city's vast amounts of outdoor spaces. It is easy to enjoy nature in the area, as trails for joggers, walkers and bikers surround the city and encourage a healthy environment for the members of the community. Fishing is also a common pastime, and locals can take advantage of Broomfield's three ponds to cast out a line. The city also has 63 different parks with tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields and playgrounds for families of all ages to enjoy. Those who love to run can participate in Broomfield's annual Fun Run before the big game on Superbowl Sunday.

Those living in Broomfield can stop by FlatIron Crossing, a popular shopping destination in the area. Retail stores, a movie theater, restaurants and specialty stores make a visit worth an entire day.

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