Arboretum at DU - Denver, CO

2049 S Columbine St, Denver, 80210

Maintenance complaints

from $1,650 · 7206278100 · Property website

Arboretum is a 45-unit luxury, eco-conscious apartment building offering 1 and 2 bedroom homes with high-end finishes and large windows. Residents get balconies, a rooftop patio with mountain and city views, smart home features, and EV charging.

Floor plans and rent

1 bedroom: $1,650 (-3% vs Denver median $1,699)

1 Bedroom (Alder, Ash, Birch, Cottonwood, Fir, Hazel, Oak) · 1 bath$1,650

2 bedroom: $2,230 (+4% vs Denver median $2,149)

2 Bedroom (Aspen, Birch, Hawthorn, Maple, Pine, Spruce)$2,230

Rates read 10/24/2026 from the property's website · source. The property's own site is the truth; rates change.

Amenities

  • rooftop patio
  • private balconies
  • mountain and downtown views
  • smart home keyless entry
  • security system
  • 8 EV charging ports
  • underground parking
Pets
Pet-friendly with breed restrictions, up to two pets; $150 pet deposit and $35 monthly pet rent.
Fees
Pet deposit $150, pet rent $35/mo; security deposit unit specific.
Parking
Underground parking available; tandem parking space option for 2 bedrooms; 8 EV charging ports.
Office hours
Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Units
45
Neighborhood
University Park near Observatory Park, about a 5-minute walk to the University of Denver; 2049 S. Columbine St., Denver CO 80210.

What renters should know

Small 2020-built, 44–45 unit building near DU managed by Doorkeeper Property Management. No news, lawsuits, tenant organizing or code violations were found, but the search was incomplete. Reviews are split: older ones are mostly positive, while 2025–2026 reviews cite AC outages, sewer smell, elevator breakdowns and slow maintenance. Fees are undisclosed and current ownership is unconfirmed.

Managed by Doorkeeper Property Management · researched 10/22/2026

  • Maintenance complaints (2026-01): Two 1-star reviews report AC out for months in summer, with units at 85–90°F+ and management initially refusing rent reduction. findmyplace.co
  • Maintenance complaints (2025-07): Long-term tenant reports sewer smell, frequently broken elevator, dirty stairwells and unresponsive management. findmyplace.co
  • Maintenance complaints (2023-09): VeryApt reviewer said maintenance isn't always the best. veryapt.com
  • Fee disputes: Rent listed as $1,376–$1,622 'Plus Fees' with monthly fees not disclosed. offcampushousing.ucdenver.edu
  • Management complaints: After-hours emergencies handled only via email; actual emergency maintenance process unclear. arboretumatdu.com
  • See notes: Developed by redT Homes; a review suggests ownership or management may have changed, but no sale record was found. redthomes.com
  • + Excellent location near DU and parks (VeryApt location 9.8/10). veryapt.com
  • + Rated 8.8/10 overall; seen as good value with a helpful property manager. veryapt.com
  • + Newer 2020 building; apartments described as nice and decent. findmyplace.co

Reviews: Reviewers praise the location and value, but recent reviews repeatedly complain of months-long summer AC outages and slow maintenance.

Gathered from public sources by an automated researcher, with the source next to each point. Read the sources and ask the office; this is a starting point, not a verdict.

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