Living in Denver, you hear more often about how "rent is burdensome" and "contract renewals are concerning" than before.

So, I looked into the statistics on eviction lawsuits in Denver, and I found that the situation is more serious than I expected.

According to the published data, eviction lawsuits in Denver have remained at a very high level in recent years.

In 2024, approximately 15,960 eviction lawsuits were filed, the highest number ever recorded, and in 2025, there were nearly the same number at 15,953.

On average, this means about 1,300 lawsuits are consistently occurring each month, a significant increase compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic.

There are also regional differences. Green Valley Ranch has been one of the areas with particularly high eviction lawsuits, and similar trends have been observed in lower-income areas like West Colfax and Montbello.

Several factors seem to be contributing to these changes, with the rapid rise in housing costs over the past few years being the most significant.

Since the pandemic, home prices and rents in Denver have surged.

At times, the average rent has exceeded $1,800 per month, and many households have felt the burden as income growth has not kept pace.

However, there have been some changes in the recent atmosphere.

With an increase in new apartment supply, the rental prices for some newly leased apartments are showing signs of stabilization. Promotions offering several weeks of free rent for new tenants are also not hard to find.

But these benefits often target new contract signers.

For tenants who are already locked into high rents, the impact may not be significant.

The accumulated burden of housing costs over the years still remains.

The end of the eviction moratorium implemented during COVID-19 is also believed to have had an impact.

Some cases that were delayed during that time have since been filed in court, contributing to the increase in eviction lawsuits.

Looking at the court procedures reveals another characteristic.

Some statistics show that landlords have a significantly high win rate, and there are many cases where tenants are unable to actively respond to court procedures.

When legal assistance is hard to obtain or when individuals are not familiar with the process, they may not be able to assert their rights adequately.

Meanwhile, the city's financial conditions are also a variable. In recent years, the city of Denver has faced increased financial burdens, leading to cuts in the budget for rent assistance programs.

As a result, the number of households that can receive assistance is expected to decrease compared to before.

This change could affect not only low-income individuals but also the middle class.

It seems that we need to approach Denver's housing issues much more cautiously than before.

When looking for a home, it is important to consider not only the current rent but also the possibility of contract renewal, potential increases, and the need for emergency funds.