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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now701 Arapahoe
701 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $900 (10 Rentals)
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1725 18th St.
1725 18th StBoulder, CO 80302
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The Walnut
1655 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Gregory Creek Townhomes
715-765 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
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1603 Arapahoe Ave
1603 Arapahoe AveBoulder, CO 80302
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Glen Willow
301 Pearl StBoulder, CO 80302
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Canyon Pointe
700 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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1700 17th St
1700 17th StBoulder, CO 80302
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78 W Walnut St
1360 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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1602 Walnut Street Apartments
1602-1620 Walnut StBoulder, CO 80302
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Downtown Boulder, Boulder, CO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Boulder?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,718 | $2,172 | $3,122 |
| Downtown Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $1,550 | $3,923 |
| Downtown Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $1,600 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Boulder Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701 Arapahoe | 701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| oLiv Boulder | Murphy A | Studio,1BA | $2,172 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boulder, CO
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boulder area is the $2.58 price per square foot 701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205 Model at 701 Arapahoe in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Downtown Boulder apartment is the Murphy A Model at oLiv Boulder starting at $2,072 with a $6.98 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701 Arapahoe | 701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205 | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| oLiv Boulder | Murphy A | Studio ,1BA | $6.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Boulder is under $2,172.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Boulder is 701 Arapahoe which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Downtown Boulder costs $3,372.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 55 regular apartments in Downtown Boulder that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.