1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO (250 Rentals)

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Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 31, 2025

There are currently 9088 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Boulder, CO that range in price from $751 to $4,751. Outer Central, Arapahoe Ridge and Transit Village 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 Central555$1,944$751
Arapahoe Ridge277$2,410$775
Transit Village277$2,455$1,200
Noble Park267$2,494$1,295
Old North Boulder266$2,494$1,200
East Boulder262$2,469$1,255
Northfield Commons261$2,491$1,200
Parkside254$2,494$1,200
Willows254$2,469$1,295
Sale Lake253$2,494$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 $3,937. Contour has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,175 square feet and currently listed start at $3,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Reve BoulderLW11,732 Sq Ft$3,937
ContourTH41,175 Sq Ft$3,650
Two Nine NorthDogwood1,079 Sq Ft$2,606
Uptown BroadwayUnit E968 Sq Ft$2,098
Boulder CreekKeystone932 Sq Ft$2,500
The Habitat ApartmentsBirch925 Sq Ft$1,642
Boulder CommonsBeech891 Sq Ft$3,085
Spruce at Boulder CommonsBeech891 Sq Ft$3,085
WeathervaneMarshall881 Sq Ft$2,448
Boulder CommonsTopaz - Pearl at Boulder Commons856 Sq Ft$3,364

Cheapest Available Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Boulder, CO is the One Bed Model starting from $1,295 at Spruce Street Apartments in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. The second most affordable Boulder 1 Bedroom is the One Bed Model at Grove Street Apartments starting at $1,295 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Boulder is currently $2,307. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Boulder:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed$1,295
Kimberly Court ApartmentsPomeroy$1,347
The View on 26thFlatirons (Affordable/Income Qualifying)$1,368
1920 Canyon Blvd1 Bedroom$1,395
Canyon Crest ApartmentsOne bed$1,395
Pepper ParkOne Bedroom$1,395
Canyon Club1BR/1.0BA$1,395
Flatiron View ApartmentsCaribou$1,421

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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

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A few nearby public transportation options

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 Spruce Street Apartments listed at $1,295.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Boulder is $2,307.

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 $3,937 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 711 sq ft.

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