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1603 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Park Mesa Apartments
640-680 S Lashley LnBoulder, CO 80305
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1765 Gillaspie Drive
BoulderCO80305
2823 Springdale Ln
BoulderCO80303
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Goss Street Apartments
2011 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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Canyon Place Apartments
1926 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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Canyon Club
1811 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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South Street Apartments
2308 South StBoulder, CO 80302
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Spruce Street Apartments
2415 Spruce StBoulder, CO 80302
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Grove Street Apartments
2003 Grove StBoulder, CO 80302
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East Village Flats
2885 E Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
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Nest on Thunderbird - 8203
4917 Thunderbird DrBoulder, CO 80303
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Nest on 30th - 8201
2995 Eagle WayBoulder, CO 80301
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Nest on Osage - 8202
4990 Osage DrBoulder, CO 80303
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Harvest Manor Apartments
1444 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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Apex 5510
5510 Spine RdBoulder, CO 80301
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Kimberly Court Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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1920 Canyon Blvd
1920 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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Meadow Creek
5131 Williams Fork TrlBoulder, CO 80301
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimber Ridge Apartments
1025 Adams CirBoulder, CO 80303
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1105 11th St
BoulderCO80302
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Canyon Crest Apartments
2120 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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Pepper Park
1823 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLedges on 29th
2820 29th StBoulder, CO 80301
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now701 Arapahoe
701 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
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Elder Square Apartments
1245 Elder AveBoulder, CO 80304
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1821 22nd St
1821 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
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Goss Commons
1937 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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Mohawk Drive Apartments
700 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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Blue Sky Lofts
2905 Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
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Flatiron View Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
3150 Iris Ave, Unit #208
3150 Iris Ave
BoulderCO80301
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The Cove
1833 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
1811 22nd St
BoulderCO80302
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Coronado Apartments
4977 Moorhead AveBoulder, CO 80305
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Mysa at The Crossing
3773 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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Mohawk Green Apartments
704-710 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15Gaslamp
910 28th StBoulder, CO 80303
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Ellipse
3705 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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2665-2805 28th StBoulder, CO 80301
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2995-2995 Glenwood DrBoulder, CO 80301
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Angel's Fortress Apartments
1301 30th StBoulder, CO 80303
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMarine Apartments
2939 Marine StBoulder, CO 80303
774 19th St
BoulderCO80302
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2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D, Unit Two Mile Creek 213D
2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213DBoulder, CO 80304
1934 18th St, Unit Casa del Eldorado #19
1934 18th St
BoulderCO80302
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2000 Walnut
2000 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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3195 Pearl PkyBoulder, CO 80301
1934 18th St, Unit 2
1934 18th St
BoulderCO80302
3161 Madison Ave, Unit #P419
3161 Madison Ave
BoulderCO80303
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boulder?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Boulder Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $787 | $3,123 |
| Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $843 | $3,992 |
| Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $870 | $5,219 |
| Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,065 | $1,305 | $4,912 |
| Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,570 | $7,297 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $787 to $22,106 with an overall median price of $4,229. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Columbine at $870, East Chautauqua at $870, and Baseline at $870. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boulder Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Columbine | $1,815 | $870 | 63 |
| East Chautauqua | $1,815 | $870 | 44 |
| Baseline | $1,867 | $870 | 23 |
| Main Campus | $2,195 | $787 | 112 |
| University of Colorado | $2,195 | $787 | 121 |
| Lower Arapahoe | $2,238 | $787 | 250 |
| East Campus | $2,397 | $870 | 129 |
| Gunbarrel Green | $2,547 | $1,364 | 40 |
| Gunbarrel | $2,645 | $1,364 | 24 |
| Newlands | $2,850 | $787 | 296 |
Cheapest Available Boulder Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Annex Flats in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood priced from $787. Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annex Flats | 0bd | Studio,1BA | $787 |
| Park Mesa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Goss Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Canyon Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $1.98 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath - Henley Model at Henley and Remy Apartments in the in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,700 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henley and Remy Apartments | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath - Henley | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.98 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.42 |
| SPARKwest | D 2/2TH 60 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211 | 5110 Williams Fork Trail | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Broadway Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 2939 Marine Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/2BA - B | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
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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 Cheap Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boulder is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Boulder is Annex Flats which is listed at $843, while the average apartment in Boulder costs $4,229.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boulder?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,169 regular apartments in Boulder that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boulder?
Cheap apartments in Boulder have an average cost of $1,300 which is $2,929 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
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