
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $700 (81 Rentals)
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Goss Street Apartments

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Grove Street Apartments

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South Street Apartments

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Canyon Club

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Harvest Manor Apartments

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Canyon Place Apartments

1105 11th St

533-537 Alpine Ave.

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Pepper Park
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Spruce Street Apartments

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Elder Square Apartments

The Holly

1811 22nd St

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2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D, Unit Two Mile Creek - 107D

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Goss Commons

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1920 Canyon Blvd

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2000 Walnut

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

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Canyon Crest Apartments
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The Cove

911-915 Broadway

701 Arapahoe

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The View on 26th

402 Maxwell Ave, Unit 3

1842 Canyon Blvd

2201 Pearl St, Unit 108

1544 9th St

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Saga Boulder

Portland Place Apartments
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Creekside Apartments

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Broadway Apartments

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2019 Grove St

2227 Arapahoe Ave

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2121 Canyon

2401 Walnut St

1544 9th St

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Parker off Pearl

2201 Pearl St, Unit 124

1830 22nd St, Unit 14
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Spruce Street Apartments

932 Grandview Ave

2531 9th St, Unit B

1567 9th St

909 14th St

78 W Walnut St

Marine

1 Bedroom Bungalow on The Hill

3069 Broadway

2301 Goss St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Boulder?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Boulder Studio Apartments | $1,965 | $787 | $3,086 |
| Central Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $843 | $3,886 |
| Central Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,550 | $5,241 |
| Central Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,611 | $2,895 | $4,075 |
| Central Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,531 | $1,746 | $5,126 |
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There are currently 81 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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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 Annex Flats priced from $787. Grove Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Central Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Annex Flats | 0bd | Studio,1BA | $787 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Canyon Club | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Canyon Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Goss Commons | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Boulder, CO
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Boulder area is the $2.23 price per square foot 1031 Portland Place Model at 1031 Portland Place, Unit 7 in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Central Boulder apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,746 with a $1.46 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1031 Portland Place, Unit 7 | 1031 Portland Place | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.46 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Broadway Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Cove | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 701 Arapahoe | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D, Unit Two Mile Creek - 107D | 2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D, Unit Two Mile Creek 213D | 2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
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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 $1,455.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Central Boulder is Annex Flats which is listed at $843, while the average apartment in Central Boulder costs $3,627.
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 33 regular apartments in Central Boulder that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.