Cheap Homes for Rent in East Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $1,200 (27 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the East Boulder area of Boulder.

property at 3000 Colorado Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3000 Colorado Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 1555 Folsom St

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1555 Folsom St

BoulderCO80302

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property at 3735 Birchwood Dr

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3735 Birchwood Dr, Unit 27

3735 Birchwood Dr
BoulderCO80304
property at 3303 Madison Ave

$1,595

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$1,595

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$1,595

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 13

3303 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303

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property at 3161 Madison Ave

$1,625

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$1,625

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$1,625

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 1

3161 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 3150 Iris Ave

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 15

3150 Iris Ave

BoulderCO80301
property at 3050 Corona Trl

$1,699

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$1,699

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$1,699

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 20

3050 Corona Trl

BoulderCO80301
property at 1115 Hancock Dr

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1115 Hancock Dr

BoulderCO80303
property at 645 Manhattan Pl

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

645 Manhattan Pl

BoulderCO80303

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property at 1850 Folsom St

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1850 Folsom St

BoulderCO80302
property at 2800 Kalmia Ave

$1,990

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$1,990

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$1,990

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 1

2800 Kalmia Ave, Unit C319

2800 Kalmia Ave
BoulderCO80301
property at 2870 E College Ave

$1,995 - $3,250

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 14

2870 E College Ave

BoulderCO80303

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property at 500 Manhattan Dr

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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500 Manhattan Dr

BoulderCO80303
property at 2830 E College Ave

$2,100 - $3,400

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$2,100

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1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

2830 E College Ave

BoulderCO80303

East Boulder, Boulder, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Boulder Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Boulder area of Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Golden West priced from $900. Spruce Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable East Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Golden WestStudioStudio,1BA$900
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Harvest Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
GlenlakeFlatiron1BR,1BA$1,354
Canyon Crest ApartmentsOne bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Pepper ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Mohawk Drive ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,450
Blue Sky LoftsDivide1BR,1BA$1,460
Ledges on 29thStudioStudio,1BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Boulder, CO

As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Boulder area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3BR/3BA Model at Gaslamp in the in the Main Campus neighborhood starting from $1,683. The second greatest value East Boulder apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Laguna Gardens starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gaslamp3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$1.46
Laguna Gardens2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.20
2019 Grove St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.99
The CoveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.89
Valencia Gardens2 Bed Office + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.23
SPARKwestA 2/1F 502BR,1BA$1.94
Depot Square2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Sterling Boulder ApartmentsPrivate Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit2BR,2BA$1.92
2200 Canyon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.46
Golden West1x11BR,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Boulder

What type of rentals are currently available in East Boulder?

There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in East Boulder, CO with pricing that ranges from $870 to $5,745. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Boulder ranging from $1,247 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Boulder?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Boulder ranges from $1,247 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,437.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Boulder?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Boulder range from $975 to $5,153, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,040 to $3,975. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,205.

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.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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