Housing for Visiting Scientists & Faculty
Flexible-term furnished housing for visiting scientists, sabbatical faculty, and short-term researchers near NLR and Colorado School of Mines.
Research Residences is a purpose-built residence in Golden, designed for researchers and academics on flexible-length stays. Private furnished bedroom, all utilities and monthly cleaning included — a quieter, more residential alternative to a hotel or corporate housing during a sabbatical or short-term research visit.
What's Included
- All utilities (electricity, water, high-speed WiFi, trash)
- Two full-size washer/dryers per unit
- Fully furnished common spaces; bedroom furnishings available
- Well-equipped shared kitchen with induction stove, two refrigerators, large island
- Monthly cleaning service for shared spaces
- Ample on-site parking
- Continuous fresh-air ventilation (ERV) and fully sound-insulated bedrooms (ceiling, floor, and walls)
Who Lives Here
Visiting scientists, sabbatical faculty, postdocs, and academics affiliated with NLR/NREL and Colorado School of Mines. All residents are background-checked and screened. This is a quiet, shoeless home with a private workspace-friendly environment — not a student party scene.
Location
1150 Nile Street, Golden, CO 80401 — 15 minutes from Colorado School of Mines by direct bus, and a 5-minute walk to NLR/NREL's South Entrance Building. Close to downtown Golden, South Table Mountain trails, and Clear Creek Canyon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the minimum stay?
Lease terms are flexible — reach out directly to discuss timing for a sabbatical or short-term research visit.
Is there a private workspace?
Bedrooms are quiet and sound-insulated, and shared common spaces are available for work outside your room.
How does this compare to a hotel or corporate housing?
Furnished, all-inclusive pricing at a lower cost than hotel or corporate housing rates, with a residential, community-oriented environment rather than a transient stay.
What's included in rent?
All utilities, high-speed WiFi, and monthly cleaning of shared spaces. Private room shared bath starts at $1,150/month; private room with private bath is $1,250/month.
Can I sign a lease before visiting in person?
Yes. Photos and a virtual tour are available for anyone arranging a stay from out of state or internationally.