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    Shift Apartments

    16893 E Arkansas Ave, Aurora, CO 80017

    • Special offer!

      Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.
    • Move-In by 6/15 & receive $500 off your first full month's rent!* *Restrictions may apply, contact leasing professional for complete details.
    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Covered parking

    What’s available

    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,118-1,243
    429 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 2 avail. Aug 8-Aug 30

    Price: $1,118Available: Available Aug 30 2025Unit: Unit 64-208
    Price: $1,191Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 62-203
    Price: $1,243Available: Available Aug 8 2025Unit: Unit 64-201
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,259-1,355
    643 sqft

    6 units avail. now | 5 avail. Jun 12-Jul 15

    Price: $1,259Available: Available Jul 1 2025Unit: Unit 32-102
    Price: $1,259Available: Available Jul 15 2025Unit: Unit 1-106
    Price: $1,278Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 75-107
    Price: $1,278Available: Available Jun 12 2025Unit: Unit 52-103
    Price: $1,278Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 95-107
    Price: $1,299Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 35-207
    Price: $1,299Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 82-202
    Price: $1,299Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 75-202
    Price: $1,334Available: Available Jun 17 2025Unit: Unit 4-202
    Price: $1,334Available: Available Jul 8 2025Unit: Unit 1-203
    Price: $1,355Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 12-202
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,801-1,901
    964 sqft

    4 units avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 1

    Price: $1,801Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 22-201
    Price: $1,822Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 12-208
    Price: $1,826Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 32-108
    Price: $1,901Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 72-204
    Price: $1,901Available: Available Aug 1 2025Unit: Unit 35-208
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,855-1,961
    870 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 5 avail. Jul 16-Aug 17

    Price: $1,855Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 22-205
    Price: $1,861Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 52-204
    Price: $1,861Available: Available Aug 17 2025Unit: Unit 14-104
    Price: $1,936Available: Available Aug 5 2025Unit: Unit 12-204
    Price: $1,936Available: Available Jul 16 2025Unit: Unit 95-204
    Price: $1,936Available: Available Aug 9 2025Unit: Unit 2-205
    Price: $1,936Available: Available Aug 9 2025Unit: Unit 14-204
    Price: $1,961Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 14-205

    What's special

    Seasonal outdoor poolExercise room
    Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($23.00/applicant, nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($500.00/unit); Admin Fee ($300.00/unit); Monthly: Utility-Billing Admin Fee ($5.78/unit); Electric (usage-based); Gas (usage-based); Trash-Hauling (varies); Water/Sewer (usage-based); Real Estate Assessment ($15.00/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details. Quality Living in the Mile High Shift Apartments offers an apartment home with personality. Choices range from the convenience and affordability of our studio apartments to the unique styling and spaciousness of our 2 bedroom apartments. Our property is conveniently located near I-225, the Denver Tech Center, Town Center at Aurora Mall, and Denver International Airport. The beautiful grounds feature are professionally landscaped and meticulously maintained to provide the best apartment living. We also offer covered parking, a seasonal outdoor pool, and an exercise room. Contact us today and make Shift Apartments your new home.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:8:30 am - 5 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Club House
    • Fitness Center
    Other
    • Hookups: Washer / Dryer Connections
    • Swimming Pool: Sparkling Swimming Pool
    Outdoor common areas
    • Barbecue: Picnic and BBQ Areas
    • Patio: Individual Patios or Balconies
    Services & facilities
    • Storage Space

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher: Multi-Setting Dishwasher
    • Washer/Dryer Hookups: Washer / Dryer Connections
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    • Ceiling Fan: Ceiling Fans
    Other
    • Adjustable Shower Head*
    • Expansive Closets
    • Fireplace: Wood Burning Fireplace
    • Hard Surface Counter Tops: Quartz Countertops*
    • Kitchen Subway Tile Backsplash*
    • Nest Thermostat
    • One And Two Bedroom Floorplans
    • Patio Balcony: Individual Patios or Balconies
    • Pull-out Faucet With Oversized Sink
    • Updated Cabinets
    • Usb Plugs*
    • Vaulted Ceiling: Vaulted Ceilings in 2nd Floor Units
    • Vaulted Ceilings In 2nd Floor Units

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Available months 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $300 pet deposit
    • $35 monthly pet fee
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $300 pet deposit
    • $35 monthly pet fee
    Parking
    • covered: Covered Parking*

    Special Features

    • Available Via Permit
    • Expansive Outdoor Courtyards
    • Proximity To Public Transit

    Costs & fees

    Select a unit-type to view your estimated move-in costs.

    Est. monthly cost$1,153-$1,278
    Est. one-time cost$800
    Est. move-in cost$1,953-$2,078
    Monthly costs
    Base rent$1,118-$1,243/mo
    Parking feeContact for details
    Pet fee$35/mo
    Est. monthly cost$1,153-$1,278/mo
    One-time costs
    Security deposit$500
    Application fee$0
    Administration fee$0
    Pet deposit$300
    Est. one-time cost$800

    Estimated Monthly Total (a/k/a Total Monthly Leasing Price) includes base rent, all monthly mandatory and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable, usage-based, and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying. Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply. Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.

    Neighborhood: Rocky Ridge

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    77 / 100
    Very Walkable
    36 / 100
    Some Transit
    47 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Aurora

    GreatSchools rating

    Points of Interest

    Groceries

    Distance
    Safeway0.2 mi
    Bottle Barn Liquor0.6 mi
    Tower Landing Liquors1 mi
    King Soopers1 mi
    Sage Discount Liquors2 mi
    Shift Apartments has 5 grocery stores within a 2 mile distance.

    Shopping

    Distance
    Angelo's CDs & More1 mi
    Rocky Road1 mi
    Good Chemistry1 mi
    Doc's Video Games1 mi
    7-Eleven0.5 mi
    Shift Apartments has 5 shopping centers within a 1 mile distance.

    Parks and recreation

    Distance
    24 Hour Fitness1 mi
    TollGate Park1 mi
    Planet Fitness0.6 mi
    Rocky Ridge Park0.4 mi
    Horseshoe Park1 mi
    Shift Apartments has 5 parks and recreation locations within a 1 mile distance.

    Fitness

    Distance
    24 Hour Fitness1 mi
    TollGate Park1 mi
    Planet Fitness0.6 mi
    Rocky Ridge Park0.4 mi
    Horseshoe Park1 mi
    Shift Apartments has 5 fitness centers within a 1 mile distance.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Shift Apartments?

    Shift Apartments has a walk score of 77, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Shift Apartments?

    Shift Apartments has a transit score of 36, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Shift Apartments?

    The schools assigned to Shift Apartments include Iowa Elementary School, Mrachek Middle School, and Gateway High School.

    Does Shift Apartments have in-unit laundry?

    Shift Apartments has washer/dryer hookups available.

    What neighborhood is Shift Apartments in?

    Shift Apartments is in the Rocky Ridge neighborhood in Aurora, CO.

    What are Shift Apartments's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. To have a cat at Shift Apartments there is a required deposit of $300. This building has monthly fee of $35 for cats. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. To have a dog at Shift Apartments there is a required deposit of $300. This building has monthly fee of $35 for dogs.

    Can I submit a Portable Tenant Screening Report when I apply?

    Applicant has the right to provide Shift Apartments with a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR), as defined in §38-12-902(2.5), Colorado Revised Statutes; and 2) if Applicant provides Shift Apartments with a PTSR, Shift Apartments is prohibited from: a) charging Applicant a rental application fee; or b) charging Applicant a fee for Shift Apartments to access or use the PTSR. Shift Apartments may limit acceptance of PTSRs to those that are not more than 30 days old. Confirm PTSR requirements directly with Shift Apartments.