
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $935 (49 Rentals)


Spruce Street Apartments

South Street Apartments

Grove Street Apartments

Pepper Park

Canyon Crest Apartments

1920 Canyon Blvd

Elder Square Apartments

Goss Commons
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1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 2

1850 Folsom St, Unit 1011

The Cove

701 Arapahoe

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The View on 26th

1240 Cedar Ave

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Harvest Manor Apartments

1821 22nd St

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2121 Canyon
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Canyon Club

2005 Goss St

1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 4

1811 22nd St

955 16th St.

1934 18th St, Unit 3

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Parker off Pearl

1842 Canyon Blvd, Unit 2A

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2707 Valmont Rd #307A, Unit #307A, Unit #307A
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1530 Pine St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1725 7th St

Marine

3069 Broadway

1 Bedroom Bungalow on The Hill

2707 Valmont Rd

2301 Goss St

1501 Broadway St

Cross Apartments
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1099 Marine St

Maple Creek

910 Portland Pl

1324 Balsam Ave

1042 Spruce St

3000 Broadway

1111 Maxwell Ave

Goss22

3075 Broadway St
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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

1850 Folsom St

1014 Spruce St

(PAST) 1725 7th St

1812 17th St
Central Boulder, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Boulder?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,083 | $1,250 | $3,123 |
Central Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $935 | $3,923 |
| Central Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $1,300 | $4,535 |
| Central Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,688 | $1,940 | $5,535 |
| Central Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,234 | $1,799 | $6,680 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Boulder, Boulder, CO
Ranked #44
Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Boulder, Boulder, CO
Whittier Elementary School
Boulder High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Boulder is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Central Boulder is Grove Street Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Central Boulder costs $6,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 84 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Boulder?
Cheap apartments in Central Boulder have an average cost of $1,427 which is $4,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central 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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.