
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northfield Commons Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $900 (73 Rentals)
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Goss Street Apartments

Canyon Place Apartments

2037 Walnut St

Spruce Street Apartments

South Street Apartments

Grove Street Apartments

Canyon Crest Apartments

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Canyon Club

Nest on 30th - 8201
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1920 Canyon Blvd

Pepper Park

Elder Square Apartments

Goss Commons

1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 2

1850 Folsom St, Unit 1011

The Cove

Ledges on 29th

1545 Lodge Ln

3150 Iris Ave, Unit #208, Unit #208
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Mysa at The Crossing

3597 Nottingham Ct

701 Arapahoe

The Ellipse

Depot Square

Lumine

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The View on 26th

Glenlake

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2000 Walnut

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Uptown Broadway
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1240 Cedar Ave

2960 Hawthorn Ave, Unit 112-5

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SPARKwest

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Parc Mosaic

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2121 Canyon

1821 22nd St

S'PARK Apartments

Marine Apartments

2005 Goss St

1044 Maxwell Ave, Unit Unit 4
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1811 22nd St

Creekside Apartments

2019 Grove St

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Weathervane

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Valencia Gardens

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The Armory

1934 18th St, Unit 3

3030 Oneal Pkwy

78 W Walnut St

30PRL Apartments
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Northfield Commons, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfield Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Commons Studio Apartments | $2,014 | $1,250 | $3,123 |
| Northfield Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,275 | $1,200 | $4,411 |
| Northfield Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,425 | $4,766 |
| Northfield Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,185 | $1,898 | $6,463 |
| Northfield Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,272 | $4,800 | $5,745 |
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Cheapest Available Northfield Commons Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northfield Commons 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 Northfield Commons 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 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| 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 |
| Elder Square Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Goss Commons | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Ledges on 29th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Mysa at The Crossing | Cottonwood | Studio,1BA | $1,501 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield Commons, CO
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northfield Commons area is the $2.04 price per square foot D 2/2TH 60 Model at SPARKwest in the in the Crossroads neighborhood starting from $1,971. The second greatest value Northfield Commons 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 Northfield Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPARKwest | D 2/2TH 60 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Cove | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Depot Square | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 2200 Canyon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 701 Arapahoe | 701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205 | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 1920 Canyon Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Best Local Schools in Northfield Commons, Boulder, CO
Columbine Elementary School
Boulder High School
Centennial Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northfield Commons Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northfield Commons?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northfield Commons is under $1,501.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northfield Commons?
The cheapest apartment in Northfield Commons is Grove Street Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Northfield Commons costs $5,272.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northfield Commons?
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 164 regular apartments in Northfield Commons 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 Northfield Commons?
Cheap apartments in Northfield Commons have an average cost of $1,321 which is $3,951 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northfield Commons.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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
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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.