Total Cost of Eviction in Denver 2026
Every fee, fine, and expense — from filing to re-listing. Most Denver evictions cost $3,900-$13,700+ when you add up every line item. Here's the complete breakdown.
Need Cleanout Help? (303) 324-6014A straightforward nonpayment eviction in Denver costs $3,900-$7,500 when you account for court fees, lost rent, cleanout, and repairs. Contested evictions with an attorney can reach $10,000-$13,700+. The biggest cost isn't any single expense — it's the lost rent during the 6-10 weeks the process takes. Every day you can shave off the timeline saves ~$60.
The Complete Cost Breakdown
Legal and Court Costs
| Expense | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Notice preparation and service | $50 | $150 |
| Court filing fee (FED) | $85 | $85 |
| Process server | $50 | $100 |
| Attorney fees (if used) | $0 | $3,000 |
| Writ of restitution fee | $35 | $75 |
| Legal Subtotal | $220 | $3,410 |
Lost Rent — The Hidden Killer
This is the single largest cost of eviction. At Denver's average rent of ~$1,800/month for a 2BR ($60/day), lost rent during the eviction process dwarfs every other expense combined.
| Scenario | Timeline | Lost Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Best case — uncontested, fast court | 5-6 weeks | $2,100-$2,520 |
| Typical — standard process | 6-8 weeks | $2,520-$3,360 |
| Contested — tenant fights | 8-14 weeks | $3,360-$5,880 |
| Appealed — tenant appeals judgment | 12-20 weeks | $5,040-$8,400 |
Plus the tenant typically hasn't been paying during the months leading up to the eviction. If they missed 2 months of rent before you served notice, add another $3,600 in losses.
Property Reset Costs
| Expense | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Locksmith (rekey all doors) | $75 | $200 |
| Eviction cleanout | $495 | $2,500 |
| Deep cleaning | $250 | $500 |
| Paint touch-up / full repaint | $200 | $2,000 |
| Carpet cleaning or replacement | $150 | $3,000 |
| Drywall repair | $100 | $800 |
| Water damage restoration (if found) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Vehicle towing (if left behind) | $0 | $300 |
| Reset Subtotal | $1,270 | $14,300 |
Total Cost Summary
What You Can Recover
Not all of these costs are a total loss. Here's what you may recover:
- Security deposit deductions: Cleanout, cleaning, repairs beyond normal wear. Must provide itemized statement within 60 days.
- Money judgment: The court can award unpaid rent + damages. Collecting on the judgment is a separate challenge — many evicted tenants are judgment-proof.
- Insurance claims: Water damage, fire damage, and sometimes vandalism may be covered by your landlord policy. Our documentation supports these claims.
- Tax deductions: Cleanout, repairs, legal fees, and lost rent (in some cases) are deductible business expenses for rental property owners. See our tax deductibility guide.
How to Minimize Total Eviction Cost
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