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1603 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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$845 - $1,895
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Park Mesa
640-680 S Lashley LnBoulder, CO 80305
3092 Edison Ct
BoulderCO80301
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$1,100
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$1,100
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$1,100
2623 Sherwood Cir, Unit 2623 Sherwood
2623 Sherwood CirBoulder, CO 80304
2829 Springdale Ln
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2830 E College Ave
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2829 Springdale Ln
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$1,230 - $2,055
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$1,190 - $2,015
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$1,230 - $2,055
East Village Flats
2885 E Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
2633 Sherwood Cir
BoulderCO80304
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$1,275 - $1,595
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$1,275 - $1,595
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Canyon Club
1811 Folsom 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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$1,300 - $1,830
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$1,300 - $1,830
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$1,300 - $1,830
Nest on 30th - 8201
2995 Eagle WayBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,350 - $1,830
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$1,350 - $1,830
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$1,350 - $1,830
Nest on Thunderbird - 8203
4917 Thunderbird DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,350 - $1,888
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$1,350 - $1,888
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$1,350 - $1,888
Nest on Osage - 8202
4990 Osage DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,350
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$1,350
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$1,350
Harvest Manor Apartments
1444 Folsom StBoulder, 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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$1,395 - $1,675
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Spruce Street Apartments
2415 Spruce StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,400 - $1,650
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$1,400 - $1,650
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$1,400 - $1,650
Ledges on 29th
2820 29th StBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,450 - $1,890
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Holly
1821 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
533 22nd St
BoulderCO80302
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$1,450
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$1,450
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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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$1,462 - $2,471
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$1,410 - $2,419
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Meadow Creek
5131 Williams Fork TrlBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,469 - $2,176
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$1,443 - $2,150
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Kimberly Court Apartments
4920 Thunderbird CirBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,474 - $2,120
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$1,449 - $2,095
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$25
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$1,474 - $2,120
2000 Walnut
2000 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,485
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$1,450
Required Monthly Fees
$35
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$1,485
Blue Sky Lofts
2905 Aurora AveBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,500
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 10701 Arapahoe
701 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,495 - $1,695
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Canyon Crest Apartments
2120 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
3161 Madison Ave
BoulderCO80303
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3515 Hayden Pl
BoulderCO80301
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$1,512 - $1,730
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15Gaslamp
910 28th StBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,525
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 21Timber Ridge Apartments
1025 Adams CirBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,530 - $2,800
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$1,505 - $2,775
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$1,530 - $2,800
Buffalo Canyon
730 29th StBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,545
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 172939 Marine Street
2939 Marine StBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,555 - $1,900
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$1,550 - $1,895
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Mohawk Drive Apartments
700 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,557 - $2,190
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Ellipse
3705 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,570 - $4,125
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$1,195 - $3,750
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$375
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$1,570 - $4,125
The View on 26th
1853 26th StBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,573 - $1,893
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$1,568 - $1,888
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Glenlake
2995-2995 Glenwood DrBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,580 - $1,650
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLumine
2665-2805 28th StBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,586 - $3,988
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$1,565 - $3,967
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Weathervane
5801-5847 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80303
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Angel's Fortress Apartments
1301 30th StBoulder, CO 80303
911-915 Broadway
BoulderCO80302
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$1,599 - $4,999
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowS'PARK Apartments
3303 Bluff StBoulder, CO 80301
3050 Corona Trl
BoulderCO80301
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$1,600 - $1,800
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$1,595 - $1,795
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Mohawk Green Apartments
704-710 Mohawk DrBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,622 - $1,940
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDepot Square
3195 Pearl PkyBoulder, CO 80301
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$1,625 - $2,070
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$1,250 - $1,695
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$1,625 - $2,070
The Phoenix
2905-2915 E College AveBoulder, CO 80303
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$1,625
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$1,606
Required Monthly Fees
$19
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$1,625
Saga Boulder
955 BroadwayBoulder, CO 80302
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$1,647 - $2,780
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$1,641 - $2,774
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Apex 5510
5510 Spine RdBoulder, CO 80301
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,002 | $787 | $3,086 |
| Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $843 | $4,336 |
| Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,430 | $870 | $5,563 |
| Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $1,230 | $5,730 |
| Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,570 | $6,073 |
| Boulder 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,100 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 08/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $787 to $19,231 with an overall median price of $2,195. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Whittier Boulder at $1,672, Table Mesa at $1,697, and South 45th at $1,706. 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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| Whittier Boulder | $1,672 | $787 | 20 |
| Table Mesa | $1,697 | $845 | 78 |
| South 45th | $1,706 | $845 | 66 |
| Hillside Grandview UofC | $1,712 | $1,345 | 5 |
| Baseline Sub | $1,749 | $870 | 11 |
| Devils Thumb Rolling Hills | $1,749 | $845 | 79 |
| Majestic Heights | $1,749 | $845 | 83 |
| South Boulder | $1,749 | $845 | 83 |
| Table Mesa South | $1,749 | $845 | 81 |
| Tantra Circle | $1,749 | $845 | 82 |
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 $845. 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 | $845 |
| Goss Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Canyon Club | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| South 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 | $1,350 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $0.37 price per square foot 2623 Sherwood Cir Model at 2623 Sherwood Cir, Unit 2623 Sherwood in the in the Palo Park neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 4507-4515 Driftwood Pl starting at $2,350 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Gunbarrel Green 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2623 Sherwood Cir, Unit 2623 Sherwood | 2623 Sherwood Cir | 5BR,4BA | $0.37 |
| 4507-4515 Driftwood Pl | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| Gunbarrel Center | B4 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.01 |
| Henley and Remy Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Remy | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The Habitat Apartments | Birch 1-Bedroom Apartment for Rent in Boulder, CO | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Valencia Gardens | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Creekside Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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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 $2,195.
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 2,722 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 $1,361 which is $834 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
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