
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Boulder area of Boulder.


Glenlake

3690 Broadway
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Elder Square Apartments

Ledges on 29th

The Ellipse

Depot Square

Lumine

1240 Cedar Ave

Valencia Gardens
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3075 Broadway St

S'PARK Apartments

Mysa at The Crossing

The Armory

Uptown Broadway
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Contour

3535 28th St
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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 |
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North Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,143 | $1,499 | $2,451 |
North Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $1,395 | $4,427 |
North Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,952 | $1,548 | $5,676 |
North Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,828 | $2,125 | $6,728 |
North Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
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There are currently 27 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 Spruce Street Apartments priced from $1,295. Glenlake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable North Boulder apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Glenlake | The Granby | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Ledges on 29th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
The Ellipse | B - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
Depot Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Lumine | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Valencia Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Elder Square Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1,725 |
S'PARK Apartments | Platform | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,739 |
Platform at S'park | Platform | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,739 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Boulder, CO
As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Boulder area is the $2.32 price per square foot Aspen Model at Wonderland Creek in the in the Palo Park neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value North Boulder apartment is the 2515 Grape Ave Model at 2515 Grape Ave, Unit #B starting at $2,300 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Crossroads 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. |
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Wonderland Creek | Aspen | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.32 |
2515 Grape Ave, Unit #B | 2515 Grape Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Violet on Broadway | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
2460-2470 9th Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Elder Square Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
1938 Spruce Street | 1938 Spruce 2 Bed 1 Bath (Remodeled) | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Depot Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Valencia Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Glenlake | The Granby | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
The Ellipse | B - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 $1,739.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in North Boulder is Spruce Street Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in North Boulder costs $5,020.
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 20 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 $150 which is $4,870 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Boulder.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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