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Park Mesa
640-680 S Lashley LnBoulder, CO 80305
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2011 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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1926 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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Buffalo Canyon
730 29th StBoulder, CO 80303
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2120 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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2308 South StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,295 - $1,675
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2415 Spruce StBoulder, CO 80302
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2003 Grove StBoulder, CO 80302
2829 Springdale Ln
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East Village Flats
2885 E Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
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Canyon Club
1811 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNest on Osage - 8202
4990 Osage DrBoulder, CO 80303
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4917 Thunderbird DrBoulder, CO 80303
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2995 Eagle WayBoulder, CO 80301
2829 Springdale Ln
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Harvest Manor Apartments
1444 Folsom StBoulder, CO 80302
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1920 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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2995-2995 Glenwood DrBoulder, CO 80301
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Kimberly Court Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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Pepper Park
1823 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
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Flatiron View Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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Meadow Creek
5131 Williams Fork TrlBoulder, CO 80301
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Elder Square Apartments
1245 Elder AveBoulder, CO 80304
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMohawk Drive Apartments
700 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGoss Commons
1937 Goss StBoulder, CO 80302
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Blue Sky Lofts
2905 Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
1850 Folsom St, Unit 1011
1850 Folsom St
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2857 Springdale Ln
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1The Cove
1833 Folsom 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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2829 Springdale Ln
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2829 Springdale Ln
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3150 Iris Ave, Unit #208, Unit #208
3150 Iris Ave
BoulderCO80301
1545 Lodge Ln
BoulderCO80303
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5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211, Unit 211
5110 Williams Fork TrailBoulder, CO 80301
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Mysa at The Crossing
3773 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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701 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
3597 Nottingham Ct
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3161 Madison Ave R315
3161 Madison Ave R315Boulder, CO 80303
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851 20th St, Unit 2
851 20th StBoulder, CO 80302
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Mohawk Green Apartments
704-710 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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Timber Ridge Apartments
1025 Adams CirBoulder, CO 80303
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15Gaslamp
910 28th StBoulder, CO 80303
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3705 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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2665-2805 28th StBoulder, CO 80301
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3195 Pearl PkyBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,210 - $3,790
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The View on 26th
1853 26th StBoulder, CO 80302
774 19th St
BoulderCO80302
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2000 Walnut
2000 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Apex 5510
5510 Spine RdBoulder, CO 80301
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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 | $2,005 | $870 | $3,123 |
| Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $955 | $4,336 |
| Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $870 | $5,949 |
| Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,141 | $1,305 | $6,504 |
| Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $1,570 | $6,680 |
| Boulder 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $5,000 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $870 to $14,268 with an overall median price of $5,122. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Baseline at $870, Twenty Ninth Street at $870, and Gunbarrel Green at $1,429. 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 | $1,937 | $870 | 37 |
| Twenty Ninth Street | $2,360 | $870 | 233 |
| Gunbarrel Green | $2,382 | $1,429 | 42 |
| Gunbarrel | $2,392 | $1,429 | 24 |
| East Campus | $2,400 | $870 | 148 |
| East Boulder | $2,947 | $870 | 375 |
| Downtown Boulder | $3,322 | $1,550 | 60 |
| Whittier Boulder | $3,625 | $955 | 27 |
| Habitat | $3,675 | $955 | 323 |
| Palo Park | $4,389 | $1,310 | 330 |
Cheapest Available Boulder Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood priced from $955. South Street Apartments in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Mesa | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Glenlake | Flatiron | 1BR,1BA | $1,351 |
| Kimberly Court Apartments | Pomeroy | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $2.01 price per square foot B3 Model at Gunbarrel Center in the in the Gunbarrel Green neighborhood starting from $2,503. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,769 with a $1.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunbarrel Center | B3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.01 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.47 |
| The Habitat Apartments | Catalpa 2-Bedroom Apartment in Boulder, CO | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Depot Square | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| SPARKwest | D 2/2TH 60 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211 | 5110 Williams Fork Trail | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 2200 Canyon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Boulder, CO
Bear Creek Elementary School
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Public School - Grades K-5 (342)
10 out of 10
Boulder High School
Boulder Valley Re 2 School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2074)
10 out of 10
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Boulder Valley Re 2 School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (456)
9 out of 10
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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 $1,352.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Boulder is Park Mesa which is listed at $955, while the average apartment in Boulder costs $5,122.
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 6,617 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 $1,262 which is $3,860 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
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