1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO (254 Rentals)

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Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 31, 2026

There are currently 8497 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Boulder, CO that range in price from $955 to $6,141. 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 Central536$1,965$955
Transit Village261$2,100$1,100
Arapahoe Ridge254$2,095$955
Old North Boulder249$2,196$1,100
Noble Park245$2,210$1,100
Mapleton Hill239$2,204$1,100
Northfield Commons238$2,337$1,200
Newlands233$2,242$1,100
Parkside233$2,358$1,200
Sale Lake233$2,358$1,200

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 $3,833. Contour has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,175 square feet and currently listed start at $3,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Reve BoulderLW11,732 Sq Ft$3,833
ContourTH41,175 Sq Ft$3,500
Two Nine NorthBeech1,036 Sq Ft$2,609
Uptown BroadwayUnit P933 Sq Ft$2,113
Boulder CreekKeystone932 Sq Ft$2,217
Boulder CommonsBeech891 Sq Ft$3,085
Meadow CreekPark Place Premier830 Sq Ft$1,969
The ArmoryA13823 Sq Ft$2,550
Apex 5510Torrey`s Peak820 Sq Ft$1,575
3100 PearlA5R800 Sq Ft$2,016

Cheapest Available Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 31, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Boulder, CO is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $955 at Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Boulder 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Golden West starting at $1,100 in the Main Campus neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Boulder is currently $2,185. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Park Mesa1BR/1.0BA$955
Golden West1x1$1,100
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
The Phoenix1 Bed 1 Bath$1,300
Kimberly Court ApartmentsPomeroy$1,308
Pepper ParkOne Bedroom$1,395
Canyon Crest ApartmentsOne bed$1,395
1920 Canyon Blvd1 Bedroom$1,395

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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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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 Park Mesa listed at $955.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Boulder is $2,185.

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 $3,833 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 685 sq ft.

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