
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $700 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Boulder area of Boulder.


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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 | $2,384 | $787 | $3,068 |
| Downtown Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $843 | $3,868 |
| Downtown Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $1,595 | $4,564 |
| Downtown Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,650 | $3,650 |
| Downtown Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $1,667 | $1,667 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Boulder Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Boulder area of Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Annex Flats priced from $787. 701 Arapahoe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Downtown Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annex Flats | 0bd | Studio,1BA | $787 |
| 701 Arapahoe | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| oLiv Boulder | Murphy A | Studio,1BA | $2,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boulder, CO
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boulder area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 701 Arapahoe in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Downtown Boulder apartment is the Murphy A Model at oLiv Boulder starting at $2,017 with a $6.79 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 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| oLiv Boulder | Murphy A | Studio ,1BA | $6.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Boulder Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Boulder?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Boulder is at Annex Flats listed at $787.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Boulder Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boulder is starting from $1,595 at 701 Arapahoe.
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