
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Main Campus Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Main Campus area of Boulder.


Canyon Place Apartments

2037 Walnut St

2835 Springdale Ln

1055 Adams Cir

Canyon Crest Apartments

Grove Street Apartments

South Street Apartments

971 Pleasant St

2829 Springdale Ln
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Canyon Club

2829 Springdale Ln

1920 Canyon Blvd

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Harvest Manor Apartments

Pepper Park

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Blue Sky Lofts

Goss Commons

1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 2

1850 Folsom St, Unit 1011

2857 Springdale Ln
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The Cove

3161 Madison Ave

2829 Springdale Ln

2829 Springdale Ln

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3161 Madison Ave R315

851 20th St, Unit 2

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Timber Ridge Apartments

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The View on 26th

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2000 Walnut

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East Village Flats
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Buffalo Canyon

1821 22nd St

774 19th St

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2121 Canyon

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Angel's Fortress Apartments

2939 Marine Street

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Gaslamp

2005 Goss St

1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 4

1811 22nd St
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Creekside Apartments

Broadway Apartments

2019 Grove St

Saga Boulder

Golden West

909 14th St

78 W Walnut St

Marine

1 Bedroom Bungalow on The Hill

3000 Colorado Ave
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Main Campus, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Main Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Campus Studio Apartments | $2,068 | $1,250 | $3,123 |
| Main Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $935 | $3,923 |
| Main Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $870 | $4,535 |
| Main Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $990 | $5,535 |
| Main Campus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,220 | $6,680 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Main Campus Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available Main Campus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Main Campus area of Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Street Apartments priced from $1,295. South Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Main Campus apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1920 Canyon Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Goss Commons | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Blue Sky Lofts | Divide | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| The Lodge Boulder | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Tahoe | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main Campus, CO
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Main Campus area is the $2.26 price per square foot 1224 11th St Model at 1224 11th St in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Main Campus apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,799 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Main Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1224 11th St | 1224 11th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.50 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Mansion | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 2939 Marine Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Province Boulder | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 2200 Canyon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Main Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Main Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Main Campus is under $1,565.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Main Campus?
The cheapest apartment in Main Campus is Grove Street Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Main Campus costs $6,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Main Campus?
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 124 regular apartments in Main Campus 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 Main Campus?
Cheap apartments in Main Campus have an average cost of $1,479 which is $4,521 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Main Campus.
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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.