
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $700 (222 Rentals)
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4570 Arapahoe Ave

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Goss Street Apartments

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East Village Flats

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Grove Street Apartments

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South Street Apartments

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Canyon Club

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Nest on Osage - 8202

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Nest on Thunderbird - 8203

Gaslamp
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Nest on 30th - 8201

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Harvest Manor Apartments

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Canyon Place Apartments

1105 11th St

533-537 Alpine Ave.

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Pepper Park

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Spruce Street Apartments

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Ledges on 29th

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Elder Square Apartments

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Blue Sky Lofts
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Kimberly Court Apartments

The Holly

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

1811 22nd St

533 22nd St

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1920 Canyon Blvd

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Goss Commons

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Flatiron View Apartments

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Meadow Creek

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Glenlake
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2000 Walnut

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2707 Valmont Rd. Apt 213D, Unit Two Mile Creek 213D

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Park Mesa

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Canyon Crest Apartments

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The Cove

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5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211

3161 Madison Ave

3515 Hayden Pl

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Buffalo Canyon

Timber Ridge Apartments
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3597 Nottingham Ct

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Mohawk Drive Apartments

The Ellipse

Lumine

2939 Marine Street

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Angel's Fortress Apartments

701 Arapahoe

911-915 Broadway

774 19th St

S'PARK Apartments
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Outer Central, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Central Studio Apartments | $1,794 | $787 | $3,086 |
| Outer Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $843 | $4,205 |
| Outer Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $870 | $7,088 |
| Outer Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $1,105 | $10,000+ |
| Outer Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,570 | $6,156 |
| Outer Central 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 222 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Central Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available Outer Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Central area of Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Annex Flats priced from $787. Trailhead at Longmont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here are the most affordable Outer Central apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annex Flats | 0bd | Studio,1BA | $787 |
| Trailhead at Longmont | Original Aspen B Attainable (2791) | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Mountainaire | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Cloverbasin Village | Two Bedroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Canyon Club | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central, CO
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 4507-4515 Driftwood Pl in the in the Gunbarrel Green neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Outer Central apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,746 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 4507-4515 Driftwood Pl | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.46 |
| Dakotas Apartments | 2Bed/1Bath: W/D and Dishwasher | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Henley and Remy Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Henley | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Union 9Seventy | 2x2-A | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 5110 Williams Fork Trail, Unit 211 | 5110 Williams Fork Trail | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Regal Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 732 Delaware Ave, Unit A | 732 Delaware Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/2BA - A | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Central is at Annex Flats listed at $787.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Apartment is $843 at Annex Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Central is starting from $1,205 at Mountainaire.
What is the most affordable Outer Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at East Village Flats and starts from $1,380.
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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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