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1603 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Goss Street Apartments
2011 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,230 - $2,055
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$1,190 - $2,015
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East Village Flats
2885 E Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
5000 Butte St
BoulderCO80301
2829 Springdale Ln
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$1,300 - $1,600
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South Street Apartments
2308 South StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,300 - $1,630
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$1,295 - $1,625
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Grove Street Apartments
2003 Grove StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,310 - $1,595
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Canyon Club
1811 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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Nest on Osage - 8202
4990 Osage DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,345 - $1,725
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15Gaslamp
910 28th StBoulder, 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
2829 Springdale Ln
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$1,350
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$1,350
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Harvest Manor Apartments
1444 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,350 - $1,525
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Canyon Place Apartments
1926 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
1105 11th St
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533-537 Alpine Ave.
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$1,400 - $1,680
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Spruce Street Apartments
2415 Spruce StBoulder, CO 80302
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Pepper Park
1823 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,400 - $1,650
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Ledges on 29th
2820 29th StBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,430 - $2,100
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Elder Square Apartments
1245 Elder AveBoulder, CO 80304
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$1,400 - $1,450
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Blue Sky Lofts
2905 Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1The Holly
1821 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
1811 22nd St
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533 22nd St
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2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D, Unit Two Mile Creek - 107D
2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107DBoulder, CO 80304
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$1,455 - $1,755
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Goss Commons
1937 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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1920 Canyon Blvd
1920 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,439 - $2,640
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Flatiron View Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,471 - $1,954
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$1,466 - $1,949
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Glenlake
2995-2995 Glenwood DrBoulder, CO 80301
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2000 Walnut
2000 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,475
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2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D, Unit Two Mile Creek 213D
2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213DBoulder, CO 80304
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$1,492 - $2,492
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Meadow Creek
5131 Williams Fork TrlBoulder, CO 80301
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Park Mesa
640-680 S Lashley LnBoulder, CO 80305
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5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211
5110 Williams Fork TrailBoulder, CO 80301
2829 Springdale Ln
BoulderCO80303
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Canyon Crest Apartments
2120 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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The Cove
1833 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
3161 Madison Ave
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$1,478 - $2,231
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Kimberly Court Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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Buffalo Canyon
730 29th StBoulder, CO 80303
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 26, 2027Timber Ridge Apartments
1025 Adams CirBoulder, CO 80303
3597 Nottingham Ct
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3515 Hayden Pl
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Mohawk Drive Apartments
700 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,570 - $3,365
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$1,545 - $3,340
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Mysa at The Crossing
3773 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,577 - $2,125
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Ellipse
3705 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLumine
2665-2805 28th StBoulder, CO 80301
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 312939 Marine Street
2939 Marine StBoulder, CO 80303
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now701 Arapahoe
701 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
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Boulder, CO Local Guide
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 | $1,995 | $787 | $3,086 |
| Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $843 | $4,205 |
| Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $870 | $5,237 |
| Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,085 | $1,230 | $6,790 |
| Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $1,570 | $6,210 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $787 to $20,843 with an overall median price of $3,983. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Baseline Sub at $870, Columbine at $870, and East Chautauqua 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline Sub | $1,815 | $870 | 23 |
| Columbine | $1,815 | $870 | 42 |
| East Chautauqua | $1,900 | $870 | 32 |
| Baseline | $1,937 | $870 | 61 |
| Main Campus | $1,995 | $787 | 87 |
| University of Colorado | $2,062 | $787 | 95 |
| Lower Arapahoe | $2,232 | $787 | 212 |
| East Campus | $2,250 | $870 | 127 |
| Gunbarrel Green | $2,572 | $1,492 | 32 |
| Newlands | $2,622 | $787 | 269 |
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. Mountainaire in the Main Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,205. 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 |
| Mountainaire | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Canyon Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $1.46 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,746. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Henley Model at Henley and Remy Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Southeast Boulder 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.46 |
| Henley and Remy Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Henley | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Union 9Seventy | 2x2-A | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| The Habitat Apartments | Birch 1-Bedroom Apartment for Rent in Boulder, CO | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211 | 5110 Williams Fork Trail | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Broadway Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/2BA - A | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
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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.
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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 $1,355.
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 $3,983.
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 3,543 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 $1,321 which is $2,662 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.