# Apartment Options — for Grandma (Sandra) Seven 2-bedroom apartments near family in the Littleton / Denver area, ranked with the things that matter most. A **covered garage** is the top priority — so she isn't out in the weather getting to her car — along with an in-unit washer & dryer, a dishwasher, and air conditioning. Base rent is shown; utilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, trash) are billed separately at every building. Prices and promotions change weekly — reconfirm with each community before touring. *Last fact-checked: July 14, 2026 (sources: each property's Zillow listing and official website).* --- ## Top Picks at a Glance **1. Olivine** — Closest to family (~7 min) and the easiest to live in: wheelchair accessible with an elevator and a covered, secured garage. Walkable to Trader Joe's and Target. Priciest, but checks every box. **2. Noble Old Hampden** — Full covered garage, the cheapest at $75–85/mo, with an elevator and every must-have. Upscale and very walkable; a bit farther out (~20 min). **3. Sorella at Loretto Heights** — Brand-new 2025 building, covered garage (possibly free under the promo), and a big move-in deal: up to 10 weeks free rent. Farther (~20 min), but great value. **Weaker on parking:** *Bell Ken-Caryl*'s standard garage is *detached* (walk outside), and *M2*'s covered garage is a pricey $300/mo add-on (the default there is an open lot). *AMLI* has excellent, included covered parking but is the one place without standard air conditioning. --- ## Side-by-Side Comparison | # | Apartment | Base rent /mo | Move-in | To family | Size | Getting in | Covered garage | W/D | Dishwasher | A/C | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | Olivine | ~$2,498–2,598 | Available now | ~7 min | 1,017–1,060 sf | Elevator + wheelchair | Yes – secured | Yes | Yes | Yes | | 2 | Noble Old Hampden | ~$2,375 | Available now | ~20 min | 1,032 sf | Elevator + wheelchair | Yes – cheapest ($75–85) | Yes | Yes | Yes | | 3 | Sorella | ~$2,270 | Available now | ~20 min | 1,100 sf | Wheelchair (new build) | Yes – maybe free w/ promo | Yes | Yes | Yes | | 4 | Parkside | ~$2,388 | Jul 22, 2026 | ~15–20 min | 1,224 sf | Ground floor | Confirm covered | **Verify** | **Verify** | Yes | | 5 | Bell Ken-Caryl | ~$2,494 | Available now | ~7 min | 1,151 sf | Ground floor | Detached (walk outside) | Yes | Yes | Yes | | 6 | M2 Apartments | ~$2,199 | Sep 10, 2026 | ~10 min | 985 sf | Ground floor | Attached $300/mo, else open lot | Yes | Yes | Yes | | 7 | AMLI Littleton Village | ~$2,435 | Aug 8, 2026 | ~15–20 min | 1,158 sf | Ground floor + elevator | Yes – included | Yes | Yes | **Add-on only** | *Parkside's in-unit washer/dryer and dishwasher aren't listed on Zillow or its amenity sheet — confirm on the tour. AMLI is the only building without standard air conditioning (a paid add-on in select units).* --- ## 1. Olivine **Address:** 8012 W Long Dr, Littleton, CO 80123 · Plans B2 / B3 **Available now** · **~7 min to family** · **Phone: 970-551-3854** **Deal:** Summer specials — ask about the current offer **Cost** - All-in ~$2,498/mo (1,060 sf) or ~$2,598/mo (1,017 sf) — includes access & smart-home fees - Utilities billed separately **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath - Washer & dryer, dishwasher, and A/C — all confirmed - Quartz counters, stainless appliances, plank flooring, balcony with mountain views **Parking & access** - Covered, secured, gated garage — car to building without weather exposure - Wheelchair accessible with an elevator **Nice to have** - Walk to Trader Joe's next door and Target across the street - Heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, rooftop sky lounge, dog park **Things to check** - The most expensive option - Confirm which fees are included vs. billed separately **My notes:** Complex sits within Bowles Crossing — Trader Joe's next door on foot, Target across the street at Southwest Plaza. Appears to have a parking garage; listing says wheelchair accessible. **Links:** [Website](https://olivinedenver.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/littleton-co/olivine/CkXFQ3/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/23eZM6bzGZ2FJogh7) --- ## 2. Noble Old Hampden **Address:** 1375 E Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO 80113 · Plan 2BR2, Unit 215 (2nd floor) **Available now** · **~20 min to family** · **Phone: 970-427-2624** **Deal:** 6 weeks free on select units — **act by Aug 31, 2026** **Cost** - ~$2,375/mo base - Garage $75–85/mo — the cheapest garage on the list - Move-in ~$1,660–1,670 incl. $250 admin fee, plus $27 to apply **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath - Washer & dryer, dishwasher, central A/C — all confirmed - Upscale finishes, quartz counters, gas range; furnished option available **Parking & access** - Full covered parking garage - Building has an elevator and is wheelchair accessible **Nice to have** - Very walkable; rooftop terrace six stories up - High-end fitness, marble lounge, secure package room; near the medical district **Things to check** - Farther from family (~20 min) - Security deposit ranges widely ($250 up to $2,000) by credit **My notes:** Appears to have a full parking garage. Unit 215 is on the 2nd floor — suspect this floor attaches directly to the garage, so it may still be easy to reach. **Links:** [Website](https://noble-apartments.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/englewood-co/noble-old-hampden/Cknqd8/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/VmLgmJpcTGbkkj7ZA) --- ## 3. Sorella at Loretto Heights **Address:** 3000 W Bates Ave, Denver, CO 80236 · Plan B9, Unit E-117 (likely ground floor) · Brand-new 2025 build **Available now** · **~20 min to family** · **Phone: 303-351-9163** **Deal:** Up to 10 weeks free rent + a shot at 3 months free garage **Cost** - ~$2,270/mo base - Garage $80–150/mo — may be FREE with the current promo - Move-in ~$2,390–2,430 incl. $250 admin fee, plus $18 to apply **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath, brand-new building, wheelchair accessible - Front-load washer & dryer, dishwasher, A/C — all confirmed - Floor-to-ceiling windows, quartz counters, mountain views **Parking & access** - Covered, structured garage — no weather exposure (and possibly free under the promo) **Nice to have** - Rooftop lounge, resort-style pool & spa, 24/7 fitness, coffee bar **Things to check** - Farther from family (~20 min) - Read the promo fine print — terms apply and can change **My notes:** Worth asking specifically whether the garage is included under the promo. Ground-floor units are likely the only accessible ones unless the building has an elevator — if it does, more units open up. **Links:** [Website](https://sorellaapartments.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/denver-co/sorella-at-loretto-heights/Ck2cwy/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/HjS6om8RjxUrcs6K6) --- ## 4. Parkside at Littleton Village **Address:** 300 E Fremont Pl, Littleton, CO 80122 · Plan B2, Unit 3-102 (ground floor) · Next to AMLI **Move-in Jul 22, 2026** · **~15–20 min to family** · **Phone: 720-307-3236** **Deal:** Up to 6 weeks free + $500 look-and-lease **Cost** - ~$2,388/mo base - Garage $200–225/mo - Utilities separate + ~$20/mo valet trash; upfront ~$1,100–1,300 plus $29 to apply **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath — the largest unit on the list at 1,224 sf, ground floor - Air conditioning confirmed; **in-unit washer/dryer and dishwasher aren't listed on Zillow — verify on tour** - Quartz counters, stainless side-by-side fridge, glass shower doors **Parking & access** - Garage available — confirm it's covered all the way to the unit (not a detached walk) **Nice to have** - Most spacious floor plan - Clubhouse with coffee bar; cold brew & kombucha on tap; fitness center, game room, outdoor fireplace **Things to check** - Confirm the unit has an in-unit washer/dryer and dishwasher - Confirm whether the garage is covered to the unit or a detached walk **My notes:** Sits right next to AMLI Littleton Village, so the location and drive time are essentially the same. **Links:** [Website](https://www.parksidelittletonvillage.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/littleton-co/parkside-at-littleton-village/CkBSWp/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E7SWuUGehuwwfaZGA) --- ## 5. Bell Ken-Caryl **Address:** 12044 W Ken Caryl Cir, Littleton, CO 80127 · Plan B2B, Unit 07-108 (ground floor) **Available now** · **~7 min to family** · **Phone: 303-948-7000** **Cost** - ~$2,494/mo on a 13-month lease (the cheapest term — a 12-month jumps to ~$3,134) - Garage $160–235/mo or carport $75; move-in ~$3,000 - Utilities billed separately **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath, ground floor - Washer & dryer, dishwasher, central A/C — all confirmed - Designer interior, walk-in closets; bathroom has a step-over garden soaking tub **Parking & access** - Both detached and "direct-access" garages exist — confirm a direct-access one is available for this unit - Right in family's neighborhood **Nice to have** - Ken-Caryl Ranch membership with trails; mountain views, pool/spa with tanning ledge, 24-hr fitness **Things to check** - Pick the lease term carefully — price swings a lot - Detached garage means walking outside — ask about a direct-access garage - Step-over soaking tub could be hard to get in/out of — ask about a walk-in shower **My notes:** The 13-month lease had the cheapest base rent of all the term options. **Links:** [Website](https://www.bellkencaryl.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/littleton-co/bell-ken-caryl/65WsSZ/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NwzupZ6GWDJuJne48) --- ## 6. M2 Apartments **Address:** 4560 S Balsam Way, Denver, CO 80123 · Plan Lions Lair, Unit 2101 (ground floor) **Move-in Sep 10, 2026** · **~10 min to family** · **Phone: 303-945-3543** **Deal:** Up to one month free (select homes) **Cost** - Lowest base rent on the list, ~$2,199/mo - Attached garage $300/mo (carport $115, or open-lot permit $10) - Utilities separate + ~$21/mo valet trash; no-deposit move-in option available **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath, ground floor (smallest at 985 sf) - Washer & dryer, dishwasher, central A/C — all confirmed - Newly renovated, granite/quartz counters, 9-ft ceilings **Parking & access** - Attached garage available — direct covered access; detached garages and carports also offered **Nice to have** - Year-round pool, 24-hr fitness, dog park & pet wash **Things to check** - Busiest fees — valet trash, a $12/mo damage waiver unless she has renter's insurance, and a ~$7–10/mo credit-reporting fee she's auto-enrolled in unless she opts out within 30 days - Covered parking only via the $300/mo garage — default is an open lot - Latest move-in (September) **My notes:** Confirmed ground-floor unit. **Links:** [Website](https://www.m2apartments.com/) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/littleton-co/m2-apartments/5ZbRV5/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NVLNhZsWuscMjvxX7) --- ## 7. AMLI Littleton Village **Address:** 399 E Dry Creek Rd, Littleton, CO 80122 · Plan C5a, Building B Unit 110 (ground floor) **Move-in Aug 8, 2026** · **~15–20 min to family** · **Phone: 877-479-9750** **Deal:** $1,000 off first month's rent — **act by Jul 31, 2026** **Cost** - ~$2,435/mo base (15-month lease) - One space per bedroom included; private garage +$200/mo - Utilities separate; upfront $500 deposit **The apartment** - 2 bed / 2 bath, ground floor with an elevator - Washer & dryer and dishwasher — confirmed - Granite counters, kitchen island, walk-in closets, 9–12 ft ceilings **Parking & access** - Covered, controlled-access garage — no weather exposure; one space included - Wheelchair accessible **Nice to have** - Next to a 3.5-acre park, resort-style pool, pet spa, EV charging **Things to check** - **No standard air conditioning** — A/C is a paid add-on in select units only. Get in writing whether THIS unit can have it before signing. - Renewal pricing isn't locked in — it can move up or down **My notes:** Spoke with Kwame by phone — confirmed Building B has an elevator, the included parking is first-come first-served, the $200 upcharge is for a reserved personal garage, and storage units are within the building. **Links:** [Website](https://www.amli.com/apartments/denver/south-metro-denver-apartments/amli-littleton-village) · [Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/apartments/littleton-co/amli-littleton-village/CkBDmM/) · [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gEG1vb7ByPNwWFGh9)