
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $1,100 (61 Rentals)
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3515 Hayden Pl

533-537 Alpine Ave.

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Nest on 30th - 8201

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Spruce Street Apartments

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Ledges on 29th

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Glenlake

2707 Valmont Rd, Unit Twomile Creek

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2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D, Unit Two Mile Creek - 107D

The Ellipse
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1645 Pine St

3300 Bridger Trl, Unit 205

Lumine

3240 Iris Ave, Unit 206

3050 Corona Trl

3250 Oneal Cir, Unit J11

Depot Square

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2606 Juniper Ave, Unit Willow Springs

S'PARK Apartments

3345 Chisholm Trail
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Uptown Broadway

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Mysa at The Crossing

Portland Place Apartments

3035 Oneal Pkwy, Unit Apartment S19

3520 Arthur Ct

Spruce Street Apartments

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The Armory

3250 Oneal Cir, Unit L27

Spruce at Boulder Commons

2800 Kalmia Ave, Unit Apartment A227
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2727 Folsom St, Unit 306

2100 22nd St

3035 Oneal Pkwy

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Contour

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The Magwood

2630 Juniper Ave, Unit #3

30PRL Apartments

3069 Broadway

3035 Oneal Pkwy

2707 Valmont Rd
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San Juan del Centro Apartments

Elder Square Apartments

Remington Post Condominiums

1220 Mapleton Ave

1111 Maxwell Ave

SPARKwest

2845 Broadway Street

1065 Laramie Blvd

3250 O'Neal Cir

Platform at S'park
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North Boulder, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Boulder?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,046 | $1,300 | $2,497 |
| North Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,295 | $4,354 |
| North Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,843 | $1,530 | $5,206 |
| North Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,037 | $1,830 | $6,444 |
| North Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,247 | $5,343 | $7,183 |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available North Boulder Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Boulder area of Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Nest on 30th - 8201 priced from $1,350. Spruce Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable North Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Ledges on 29th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Glenlake | Flatiron | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Ellipse | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lumine | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Depot Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,622 |
| 2845 Broadway Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Boulder, CO
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Boulder area is the $0.31 price per square foot 2623 Sherwood Cir Model at 2623 Sherwood Cir, Unit 2623 Sherwood in the in the Palo Park neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value North Boulder apartment is the 1031 Portland Place Model at 1031 Portland Place, Unit 7 starting at $2,895 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2623 Sherwood Cir, Unit 2623 Sherwood | 2623 Sherwood Cir | 5BR,4BA | $0.31 |
| 1031 Portland Place, Unit 7 | 1031 Portland Place | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| 2460-2470 9th Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Valencia Gardens | 2 Bed Office + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Depot Square | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 2606 Juniper Ave, Unit Willow Springs | 2606 Juniper Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Ellipse | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Glenlake | Flatiron | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D, Unit Two Mile Creek - 107D | 2707 Valmont Rd Apt 107D | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Boulder is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in North Boulder is Nest on 30th - 8201 which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in North Boulder costs $2,476.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 47 regular apartments in North Boulder 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 North Boulder?
Cheap apartments in North Boulder have an average cost of $2,034 which is $442 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Boulder.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.