Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO from $800 with Washer/Dryer (39 Rentals)

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property at 1515 Harrison Ave

$1,009

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$1,009

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$1,009

4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1515 Harrison Ave

BoulderCO80303
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Buffalo Canyon
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$1,250 - $4,475
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$900 - $4,125
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Buffalo Canyon

730 29th StBoulder, CO 80303
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Meadow Creek
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$1,419 - $2,392
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$1,367 - $2,340
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Meadow Creek

5131 Williams Fork TrlBoulder, CO 80301
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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property at 1545 Lodge Ln

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

1545 Lodge Ln

BoulderCO80303
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Mysa at The Crossing
Rent Specials
$1,526 - $2,944
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$1,501 - $2,919
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Mysa at The Crossing

3773 Canfield StBoulder, CO 80301
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Apex 5510
Rent Specials
$1,600 - $2,588
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$1,594 - $2,582
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Apex 5510

5510 Spine RdBoulder, CO 80301
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Uptown Broadway
Rent Specials
$1,622 - $4,121
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$1,607 - $4,106
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$15

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$1,622 - $4,121
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Uptown Broadway

4560 13th StBoulder, CO 80304
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SPARKwest
Rent Specials
$1,642 - $1,971
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$1,642 - $1,971

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$1,642 - $1,971
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

SPARKwest

3215 Bluff StBoulder, CO 80301
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The Habitat Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,643 - $3,477
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$1,615 - $3,449
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The Habitat Apartments

6255 Habitat DrBoulder, CO 80301
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Gunbarrel Center
Rent Specials
$1,699 - $5,008
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$1,691 - $5,000
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Gunbarrel Center

5340 Gunbarrel Center CtBoulder, CO 80301
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property at 2005 Goss St

$1,725

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$1,725

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$1,725

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 4

2005 Goss St

BoulderCO80302
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Weathervane
Rent Specials
$1,756 - $4,007
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$1,735 - $3,986
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Weathervane

5801-5847 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80303
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Parc Mosaic
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$1,818 - $5,253
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$1,803 - $5,238
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Parc Mosaic

1590 Eisenhower DrBoulder, CO 80303
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Valencia Gardens
$1,850 - $2,800
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$1,500 - $2,450
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 5

Valencia Gardens

2734 Juniper AveBoulder, CO 80304
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property at 4753 White Rock Cir

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

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4753 White Rock Cir

BoulderCO80301
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Contour
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$1,904 - $5,114
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$1,875 - $5,085
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Contour

2820 Hibiscus AveBoulder, CO 80301
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The Armory
Rent Specials
$1,928 - $6,504
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$1,862 - $6,438
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The Armory

4730-4790 BroadwayBoulder, CO 80304
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Parker off Pearl
Rent Specials
$1,955
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$1,905
Required Monthly Fees
$50

Total Monthly Price
$1,955
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Parker off Pearl

1155 Marine StBoulder, CO 80302
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30PRL Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

30PRL Apartments

2360 30th StBoulder, CO 80301
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3100 Pearl
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3100 Pearl

3100 Pearl StBoulder, CO 80301
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property at 3520 Arthur Ct

$1,795

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$1,795

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$1,795

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3520 Arthur Ct

BoulderCO80304

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Goss22
1 Bedroom Apartments

Goss22

1707 22nd StBoulder, CO 80302
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1725 18th St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

1725 18th St.

1725 18th StBoulder, CO 80302
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Boulder, CO Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 $1,351.

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 $5,127.

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 6,749 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 $1,256 which is $3,871 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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