Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Arapahoe Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (59 Rentals)

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1620 Walnut St

BoulderCO80302

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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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30PRL Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

30PRL Apartments

2360 30th StBoulder, CO 80301
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3069 Broadway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3069 Broadway

3069 BroadwayBoulder, CO 80304
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Lower Arapahoe, Boulder, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Arapahoe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Arapahoe area of Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Golden West priced from $900. Canyon Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Lower Arapahoe apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Golden WestStudioStudio,1BA$900
Canyon Club0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
30PRL Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,130
Canyon Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Goss Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
The View on 26thFlatirons (Affordable/Income Qualifying)1BR,1BA$1,318
Blue Sky LoftsLodge PoleStudio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Arapahoe, CO

As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Arapahoe area is the $1.62 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,949. The second greatest value Lower Arapahoe apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 2019 Grove St starting at $1,795 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Arapahoe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.62
2019 Grove St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.99
30PRL Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.18
Creekside ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$2.02
Broadway Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.02
Elder Square ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,2BA$1.97
Valencia Gardens2 Bed Office + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.11
Gaslamp2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.21
The CoveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.30
Golden West1x11BR,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Arapahoe, Boulder, CO

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Lower Arapahoe Neighborhood in Boulder, CO

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Arapahoe Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lower Arapahoe?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Arapahoe is under $1,325.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Arapahoe?

The cheapest apartment in Lower Arapahoe is Golden West which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Lower Arapahoe costs $7,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Arapahoe?

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 348 regular apartments in Lower Arapahoe 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 Lower Arapahoe?

Cheap apartments in Lower Arapahoe have an average cost of $1,421 which is $5,829 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Arapahoe.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.