Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (35 Rentals)

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909 14th St
Studio Apartments

909 14th St

909 14th StBoulder, CO 80302
Student Housing
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78 W Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

78 W Walnut St

1360 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Marine
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Marine

959 Marine StBoulder, CO 80302
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3069 Broadway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3069 Broadway

3069 BroadwayBoulder, CO 80304
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Cross Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Apartments

485 College AveBoulder, CO 80302
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1099 Marine St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1099 Marine St

1099 Marine StBoulder, CO 80302
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955 16th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

955 16th St

955 16th StBoulder, CO 80302
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Maple Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Creek

1921 Canyon BlvdBoulder, CO 80302
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1012 15th St.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1012 15th St.

1012 15th StBoulder, CO 80302
Student Housing
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Central Boulder, Boulder, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Boulder Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Boulder area of Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Goss Street Apartments priced from $1,195. Canyon Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Central Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Goss Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Canyon Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Harvest Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
The View on 26thFlatirons (Affordable/Income Qualifying)1BR,1BA$1,368
Canyon Crest ApartmentsOne bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Canyon Club1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,395
Pepper ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Boulder, CO

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Boulder area is the $0.36 price per square foot 2025/26 Rent a Room Option Model at 920 Grant Pl in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Central Boulder apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,949 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
920 Grant Pl2025/26 Rent a Room Option2BR,4BA$0.36
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.62
The Mansion3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.68
2019 Grove St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.99
Creekside ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$2.02
Broadway Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.13
Elder Square ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,2BA$1.97
2301 Goss StUnit 300: 2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.32
The CoveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.30
The View on 26thFlatirons A1BR,1BA$2.28

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Central Boulder, Boulder, CO

Ranked #46

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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 $1,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Boulder?

The cheapest apartment in Central Boulder is Spruce Street Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Central Boulder costs $7,150.

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 58 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 $2,157 which is $4,993 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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