Living Green: The Real Perks of Renting Energy Efficient New Townhomes

If you're in the market for a new place and energy efficiency is on your checklist, you're not alone. More renters are paying attention to what their home actually costs to run every month, not just the rent. Energy efficient new townhomes built in the last few years come with features that genuinely make a difference on your utility bills, your comfort level, and honestly, just the overall quality of daily life. Here's a look at why that matters and what to look for.

Why Energy Efficiency Actually Matters in a New Townhome

There's a reason "newly constructed" shows up near the top of most rental wishlists. Buildings put up in the last two or three years have to meet much stricter building codes than homes built even a decade ago. That means better insulation, tighter windows, and appliances that don't quietly eat through your electricity budget every month.

But beyond code compliance, there's a real lifestyle difference between renting something older and renting something brand new. In an older unit, you might not notice inefficiency until you get your first winter gas bill. In a new build, the systems are working the way they're supposed to from day one.

At The Rowhomes at Greyhound Park in Commerce City, our community opened in 2024, meaning every unit was designed with current construction standards. Stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer hookups, and modern HVAC systems are all standard. These aren't just nice-to-haves! They're the kinds of features that keep monthly operating costs lower than what you'd deal with in an older rental.

5 Things That Make Energy Efficient New Townhomes Worth the Rent

A lot of people assume that newer automatically means pricier, and that energy-efficient features are basically a premium add-on. That's not always true, especially when you factor in what you're saving month over month.

Here are a few specific things that set energy efficient new townhomes apart from older rentals:

1. Modern Appliances That Actually Use Less Power

Appliances have come a long way. A refrigerator from 2015 uses noticeably more energy than one built to current Energy Star standards. The same goes for dishwashers, washers, and dryers. At The Rowhomes, full-size refrigerators and stainless steel appliances are included in every home. You're not inheriting someone else's decade-old setup.

2. Better Insulation and Tighter Construction

New construction is held to higher thermal performance standards. That means the building itself does a better job of keeping heat in during winter and out during summer, which reduces how hard your HVAC system has to work. Less strain on the system means lower energy use and, typically, a longer lifespan on the equipment.

3. In-Unit Laundry Without the Shared Machine Problem

Shared laundry facilities in older buildings often mean older, less efficient machines. Having your own in-unit washer/dryer, as is standard at The Rowhomes, means you're running a modern machine on your schedule, without waiting or using equipment that's been running since 2008.

4. Smart Home Technology

The Rowhomes includes smart home technology as part of the standard package. Smart thermostats, in particular, are a meaningful tool for managing energy use. They learn your schedule, adjust temperatures when you're out, and can be controlled from your phone. Over the course of a year, that kind of automated management can meaningfully reduce heating and cooling costs.

5. Attached Garages and Sealed Building Envelopes

This one doesn't get talked about enough. An attached two-car garage acts as a thermal buffer between your living space and the outside. In Colorado winters, that layer of insulation between your home and the street-level exposure is a genuine comfort and efficiency advantage. Every unit at The Rowhomes comes with an attached two-car garage, not a shared parking lot, not a detached structure.

The Commerce City Location Adds Another Layer of Efficiency

Energy efficiency isn't just about what's inside the walls. Where you live and how you get around matters too. The Rowhomes sits close to I-70, I-270, and I-25, which makes commuting more straightforward whether you're heading into Denver, heading out to DIA, or going anywhere else across the metro. Shorter commutes mean less gas. Proximity to everyday retail, including King Soopers, Walmart, Chipotle, and Starbucks, means fewer long drives for basic errands.

The neighborhood is also walkable for a lot of day-to-day needs. Pioneer Park and the Eagle Pointe Recreation Center are less than half a mile away. When you can walk to a park instead of driving to a gym, that's one less car trip per week. Over a year, that adds up.

Three-Story Townhome Design and What It Means for Your Space

The Rowhomes are three-level townhomes, which is a layout worth understanding from an efficiency standpoint. Heat rises, which means the upper floors of a three-story home naturally stay warmer in winter without much effort. Zoning your thermostat settings by floor, cooler on the main level during the day and warmer on the bedroom level at night, is an easy way to reduce overall HVAC load without sacrificing comfort.

Three- and four-bedroom layouts also mean you're not cramming into a smaller space. Open-concept living areas, high ceilings, and functional floor plans mean good airflow and a more comfortable environment, especially in Colorado where temperature swings between morning and afternoon can be significant.

Ready to Make the Move?

Energy efficient new townhomes in Commerce City don't come around that often at this price point and with this much space. If The Rowhomes at Greyhound Park sounds like a fit, get in touch with the leasing team today to check availability of our Commerce City townhomes and schedule a tour.