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Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 24, 2025

There are currently 2877 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Boulder, CO that range in price from $1,100 to $8,897. Outer Central, Transit Village and Arapahoe Ridge are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Boulder with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Central268$2,065$1,100
Transit Village87$2,355$1,100
Arapahoe Ridge78$2,342$1,100
Noble Park77$2,472$1,100
Northfield Commons77$2,455$1,375
Park East74$1,995$1,100
Old North Boulder73$2,469$1,100
East Boulder72$2,390$1,100
Parkside70$2,490$1,375
Sale Lake70$2,490$1,375

Largest Available Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Boulder, CO is found at Reve Boulder in the Crossroads neighborhood and is 1,732 square feet priced from $4,183. Two Nine North has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,030 square feet and currently listed start at $2,549. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Reve BoulderLW11,732 Sq Ft$4,183
Two Nine NorthAnthracite1,030 Sq Ft$2,549
Uptown BroadwayUnit E968 Sq Ft$2,508
ContourA7940 Sq Ft$2,990
Meadow CreekPark Place Premier830 Sq Ft$1,732
Apex 5510Castle Peak819 Sq Ft$2,118
3100 PearlA5R800 Sq Ft$2,298
The LotusLoft 3793 Sq Ft$2,490
Mysa at The CrossingChautauqua778 Sq Ft$2,056
Boulder ViewTHE FLATIRON751 Sq Ft$1,929

Cheapest Available Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Boulder, CO is the 1x1 Model starting from $1,100 at Golden West in the Main Campus neighborhood. The second most affordable Boulder 1 Bedroom is the One Bed Model at Spruce Street Apartments starting at $1,350 in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Boulder is currently $2,417. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Golden West1x1$1,100
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,350
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,375
1920 Canyon Blvd1 Bedroom$1,395
Kimberly Court ApartmentsFlagstaff$1,423
The CoveOne Bedroom$1,495
Elder Square ApartmentsOne Bed$1,495
Tantra Lake1 bed$1,500
Timber Ridge ApartmentsTahoe$1,500
701 Arapahoe701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205$1,550

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Boulder Overview

If you enjoy mountain views and outdoor living, then you've come to the right place. Boulder, Colorado sits at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills. With a population of under 100,000, it's a nice size city to live and work in. It's also home to the University of Colorado.

Why live in Boulder, CO?

Boulder is a wonderful city if you're looking for a community of friendly people. Also, there is plenty of employment to go around, and you'll have access to farm fresh food. For beer lovers, Boulder has seven micro breweries, and those that love coffee the city is home to thirty coffee shops. In addition, rents are affordable, and you have the Rocky Mountains in your backyard. If you like the great outdoors, you'll love Boulder. Finally, if you don't have a car, you can still get around easily.

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Getting Around Boulder, CO

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Boulder Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Boulder with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Boulder is at Golden West listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Boulder Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Boulder is $2,417.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Boulder Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Boulder is a 1,732 square feet unit starting from $4,183 at Reve Boulder.

What is the average size for Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Boulder is currently 667 sq ft.

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