
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO from $700 (75 Rentals)
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Canyon Crest Apartments

Nest on Osage

Nest on Thunderbird

Spruce Street Apartments

1920 Canyon Blvd

South Street Apartments

Grove Street Apartments
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Canyon Place Apartments

Goss Street Apartments

Blue Sky Lofts

Kimberly Court Apartments

Meadow Creek

Mohawk Green Apartments

Elder Square Apartments

The Cove

Pepper Park
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1937 Goss St

Timber Ridge Apartments

Buffalo Canyon

Mohawk Drive Apartments
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Glenlake

2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D, Unit Two Mile Creek 213D

3293 Madison Ave, Unit S306

Weathervane

1240 Cedar Ave

1501 Broadway St

1821 22nd St

2000 Walnut

3597 Nottingham Ct

735 30th St
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Coronado Apartments

Henley and Remy Apartments

Valencia Gardens

S'PARK Apartments

Mysa at The Crossing

The View on 26th

3075 Broadway St
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 | $2,088 | $900 | $4,172 |
Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,246 | $9,114 |
Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,734 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $1,595 | $7,752 |
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Boulder, CO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 07/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $825 to $11,165 with an overall median price of $3,683. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Baseline at $825, Columbine at $825, and East Chautauqua at $825. 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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Baseline | $1,957 | $825 | 63 |
Columbine | $1,965 | $825 | 76 |
East Chautauqua | $1,965 | $825 | 75 |
Devils Thumb Rolling Hills | $2,200 | $825 | 89 |
Majestic Heights | $2,200 | $825 | 92 |
South Boulder | $2,200 | $825 | 92 |
Table Mesa South | $2,200 | $825 | 90 |
Tantra Circle | $2,200 | $825 | 92 |
Highland Park | $2,265 | $825 | 104 |
Table Mesa North | $2,265 | $825 | 104 |
Cheapest Available Boulder Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Nest on Osage in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood priced from $1,300. Nest on Thunderbird in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Nest on Osage | Unit Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Nest on Thunderbird | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
1920 Canyon Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Ledges on 29th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Meadow Creek | Baltic Premier Jr. 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
Elder Square Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
1937 Goss St | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $1.44 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - Remy Model at Henley and Remy Apartments starting at $2,265 with a $2.11 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. |
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Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.44 |
Henley and Remy Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Remy | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
Apex 5510 | Bitterbrush | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
Glenlake | The Red Feather | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
Flatiron View Apartments | Audubon | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
1821 22nd St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
2707 Valmont Rd, Unit 111A | 2707 Valmont Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Depot Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Nest on Thunderbird | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Nest on Osage | Unit Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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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
Fairview High School
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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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Boulder is Nest on Osage which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Boulder costs $3,683.
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 2,995 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 $1,091 which is $2,592 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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