Frequently Asked Questions

We pride ourselves in the availability and accessibility of our management team! We are here to ensure your The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch experience is as wonderful as possible with friendly team members ready to assist!

The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch Apartments offers a team of maintenance professionals and an after-hours emergency maintenance line to call for emergencies.

If you indicate permission on your work order, our service technicians are able to provide assistance while you're out and about!

We ask that all maintenance requests be submitted through your resident portal. If you need assistance completing this, our team is happy to help.

To make your life in Highlands Ranch easier, The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch provides garage parking spaces waiting for you.

Everything you need is right here at The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch. Boasting a 24-hour fitness facility, a resident clubhouse, a soothing pool complete with a spa, and so much more, your new home is equipped with all the spaces that make Highlands Ranch living so much better. Find out more by checking out our Amenities Page, then get in contact with our leasing team!

The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch is proud to be pet-friendly! We even offer a dog park so you and your furry friend can run off some energy, and then go back to your cozy home for snuggles. Call our leasing office to discuss breed restrictions, pet rent, or any other questions you may have.

In each of our beautiful apartments, you'll find stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, including a fridge/freezer, microwave, stove/oven, and dishwasher, so you can cook to your heart's content in your kitchen with luxe finishes. You'll also find a washer and dryer in every home to help take care of chores, so you can spend more time doing what you love. Visit our Amenities Page and study the photo gallery to see what you can expect while living at Bluffs at Highlands Ranch.

The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch Apartments in Highlands Ranch come unfurnished, but we would be happy to assist you and connect you with a recommended vendor like CORT which provides furnishings at an additional cost.

At The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch, you'll find a variety of amenities that make living in vibrant Highlands Ranch even better, such as:
Resort-Style Pool, Spa, and Sundeck

• Our crystal-clear resort-style pool, spa, and sundeck create a true vacation atmosphere right outside your door. Whether you're relaxing with neighbors on a warm Colorado afternoon or unwinding in the spa after a long week, these spaces bring the feel of a high-end retreat to your everyday routine.

• For residents who live an active lifestyle, The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch delivers an unmatched lineup of on-site recreation, including tennis, volleyball, basketball, and indoor racquetball courts, plus jogging trails that wind through the community. With Chatfield Reservoir, Deer Creek Canyon Park, and 70-plus miles of community trails just minutes away, staying active here is effortless.

• Our fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes and free weights, a soothing on-site sauna, and a dedicated media and recreation room give residents a full range of options for staying fit, relaxing, and socializing without leaving home. These standout amenities reflect the resort-caliber lifestyle The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch is built around.

• Each of our one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans features quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, hardwood inspired plank flooring, in-unit washer and dryer, gas fireplaces, oversized soaking tubs, walk-in closets, and private patios or balconies with scenic views. Select homes also include vaulted ceilings and dry bars, and short-term leases are available for added flexibility.

We aim to approve all applications within 24 hours. If you have questions about the status of your application, please call our leasing team!

Paying rent is made easy by the use of the online portal! If you have any questions about the rent payment process, please contact our leasing team.

When living at these beautiful Highlands Ranch apartments, renters' insurance is required. We offer a master policy for all our residents, or you may supply your own 3rd party policy. For more information on renters' insurance, contact our leasing team, who would be happy to discuss!

We are equipped for Xfinity and Century Link.

If your situation changes, we offer buy-out options with a lease termination fee! When you need our assistance, please call our leasing team to discuss your options for leasing changes.

The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch will provide utility set-up information upon moving into your new home!

Utilities will be the responsibility of the resident and are not included in the rent.

We offer excellent locations for public transportation. Uber, Lyft, and well-known bus lines are right within reach at The Bluffs.

Great schooling and education are right around the corner as we are located in Douglas County School District.

Come visit us and find your new home! For easy directions from where you are, you can use our Google Business Profile or call our leasing team for additional directions.

Local shopping, dining, and entertainment surrounds the community, located just minutes away from the heart of Highlands Ranch.

Highlands Ranch has many distinct neighborhoods to choose from and has something for everyone. Here are some of the best places to live when you're looking for a Highlands Ranch apartment for rent:
Downtown Highlands Ranch

• The vibrant, walkable core of Highlands Ranch along Lucent Boulevard, Civic Green Park, and the surrounding streets is where dining, community events, and entertainment come together. Residents enjoy easy access to local restaurants, the weekly Highlands Ranch Farmers Market, summer concerts on the Civic Green lawn, and quick connections to C-470, making it a top choice for renters who want to be in the center of community life.

• One of Highlands Ranch's original and most beloved neighborhoods, Northridge is characterized by mature trees, established parks, and a close-knit community atmosphere just south of County Line Road. Residents have access to the Northridge Recreation Center with tennis, racquetball, and fitness facilities, and enjoy the neighborhood's strong ties to top-rated Douglas County schools and the open spaces that surround Northridge and Sand Creek Parks.

• The area surrounding UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital along Lucent Boulevard and Park Central Drive is one of the most connected and amenity-rich parts of Highlands Ranch. Residents enjoy proximity to the hospital and medical offices, shopping and dining at Town Center, Children's Hospital Colorado South Campus, and Chatfield State Park, making it an ideal location for healthcare workers, families, and anyone who values having essential services close to home.

• Centered around the AMC theaters, restaurants, and retail along Town Center Drive and Highlands Ranch Parkway, the Town Center area puts residents within walking distance of some of the best shopping, dining, and entertainment in the southern Denver metro. Easy access to C-470 and Lucent Boulevard keeps commutes smooth in every direction, and the area's mix of lifestyle amenities gives residents everything they need for an active, connected suburban life.

Highlands Ranch offers an exceptional blend of resort-style community amenities, top-rated schools, stunning Rocky Mountain views, and easy access to Downtown Denver. Whether you are looking for an active outdoor lifestyle, proximity to major employers, vibrant local dining and entertainment, or a welcoming community to call home, here are some of the standout features that make Highlands Ranch a great place to live:
Ideal Location

• The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch is perfectly situated minutes from Highlands Ranch Town Center, The Streets at Southglenn, Lucent Boulevard, and C-470, connecting residents to the best of the southern Denver metro with ease. Downtown Denver is a straightforward drive north, while the light rail at Mineral Station puts the entire RTD network within easy reach for car-free commuting.

• Highlands Ranch is built around the outdoors, with over 70 miles of trails winding through the community's 22,000 acres of open space and conservation areas, including the 8,200-acre Backcountry Wilderness Area. Residents are minutes from Chatfield Reservoir for water sports and hiking, Deer Creek Canyon Park for climbing and trail running, and world-class ski resorts just an hour into the mountains, making every season an adventure.

• Highlands Ranch is consistently ranked among Colorado's best communities, with four HRCA Recreation Centers offering pools, courts, fitness facilities, and programming included with residency. The community's top-rated Douglas County schools, beautiful mountain views, and wealth of local dining, shopping, and entertainment along Town Center and Lucent Boulevard make it one of the most desirable addresses in the Denver metro.

• Highlands Ranch has a warm, active community identity anchored by the Highlands Ranch Community Association's year-round calendar of events, summer concerts and movie nights at Civic Green Park, the Highlands Ranch Farmers Market, and the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion. From neighborhood trail runs to holiday parades and community festivals, there is always something bringing residents together in this exceptional Colorado community.

There are many fun activities to do in Highlands Ranch! The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch's location near Town Center puts residents minutes from restaurants, entertainment, and some of Colorado's best parks and recreation. Major attractions and activities in the area include:

• Chatfield Reservoir and State Park
• Highlands Ranch Town Center (dining, shopping, AMC theater)
• The Streets at Southglenn
• Deer Creek Canyon Park
• Civic Green Park (farmers market, concerts, events)
• Highlands Ranch Mansion
• Backcountry Wilderness Area (70+ miles of trails)
• Downtown Denver (approximately 20 miles north)

The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch is only minutes from the region's top employers. The proximity to C-470, Lucent Boulevard, and the light rail gives residents easy access to healthcare, aerospace, technology, finance, and government employers, like:

• Lockheed Martin (Littleton campus)
• UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
• Charles Schwab (Lone Tree campus)
• Visa (Highlands Ranch operations)
• Kodiak Building Partners
• Erickson
• UDR (headquarters)
• Zen Planner
• Children's Hospital Colorado South Campus
• Douglas County School District

To apply for your new home at The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch, visit the Floor Plans page and apply online!

When reviewing an application to rent at The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch, we conduct a criminal background check, verify rental history, analyze credit history, and income-to-rent ratio. If you have questions about our application process, please contact our leasing team to speak with one of our friendly team members.

Applicants must have verifiable income equal or greater to 2 times (gross) the market rent. Guarantors must have original, verifiable income equal to or greater than 5 times (gross market rent).

Past rental qualification is at least 3 of years of verifiable 3rd party or mortgage payment history.

Our property uses Payscore to verify income. If no records are found using this software, you may be asked to provide another verification method, such as banking information or past pay stubs, to validate income.

Our system generates a risk vs credit score. Bankruptcies, judgments, and balance(s) owed to other management may cause an applicant to be denied.

You have picked a wonderful place for your first home! At The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch, we are so excited to welcome you into our tight-knit community with all the features you're sure to love.

All are welcome to come take a tour! Call our property staff to arrange the best time so there is no wait and enough time to answer any questions you have about your new home!

We accept both appointments and walk-ins. In order to get the full experience of these stunning Highland Ranch apartments, schedule a tour to prevent any wait time and to ensure you can ask all the questions about your new home.

Yes! We offer self-guided tours here so you can take a look at our property when it is most convenient to you.

Of course! When you schedule a self-guided tour, you can set your own pace and even choose to skip seeing amenities, going straight to the apartment if you need.

For the safety and security of our property, team, and residents, photo ID is required for anyone taking a tour.

Your apartment will be prepped and ready for you to move in. We make sure your home is professionally cleaned, painted, and functioning properly so that when you move in, you're ready to relax at home.

We want you to make your new space home! You can decorate, but please keep in mind you may be charged for hole repairs if you hang art or TVs. If you have a question about what types of decorations are permitted, please call our leasing team!

At our apartments in Highlands Ranch, residents will be responsible for paying monthly fees like utilities and parking.

Subletting and short-term rentals such as Airbnb, VRBO, etc., are strictly prohibited.

We want The Bluffs at Highlands Ranch to be as peaceful for all our residents as possible! Building quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am. All of our community spaces are ready for your use without any charges!

Move-in payment may vary based on your approval status. Please contact a team member for details. 
Security Deposit: $500 (on approved credit)
Amenity Fee: $75 (one-time)
Parking Fee: $10/month (if applicable)
Pet Deposit: $300  (if applicable)
Pet Rent: $35/month
Prorated Rent: If applicable, based on your move-in date
First Month’s Rent: Due at move-in
If you have any questions regarding move-in costs or leasing requirements, please contact our leasing office.