
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (176 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Central area of Boulder.


Goss Street Apartments

Canyon Place Apartments

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Buffalo Canyon

Grove Street Apartments

South Street Apartments

Canyon Crest Apartments

Spruce Street Apartments

2829 Springdale Ln

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East Village Flats
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Canyon Club

Nest on 30th - 8201

Nest on Osage - 8202

Nest on Thunderbird - 8203

2829 Springdale Ln

1920 Canyon Blvd

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Harvest Manor Apartments

Glenlake

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Kimberly Court Apartments

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Pepper Park
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Flatiron View Apartments

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Meadow Creek

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Elder Square Apartments

Goss Commons

Mohawk Drive Apartments

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Blue Sky Lofts

2857 Springdale Ln

The Cove

Ledges on 29th

2829 Springdale Ln
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2829 Springdale Ln

3150 Iris Ave, Unit #208, Unit #208

1545 Lodge Ln

3597 Nottingham Ct

851 20th St, Unit 2

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3161 Madison Ave R315

701 Arapahoe

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Mohawk Green Apartments

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Timber Ridge Apartments

Gaslamp
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The Ellipse

Depot Square

Lumine

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The View on 26th

774 19th St

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2000 Walnut

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Apex 5510

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SPARKwest

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The Habitat Apartments

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2121 Canyon
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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 | $1,938 | $870 | $3,123 |
| Outer Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $955 | $7,360 |
| Outer Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Outer Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,093 | $9,098 |
| Outer Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $1,570 | $6,680 |
| Outer Central 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $5,000 | $5,500 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at The Northwest Apartments priced from $945. Park Mesa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. Here are the most affordable Outer Central apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Northwest Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $945 |
| Park Mesa | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Vivo Living Longmont | Aspen B Attainable (2791) | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Nest on Thunderbird - 8203 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on Osage - 8202 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Nest on 30th - 8201 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| The Legacy Apartments | Whiterock 2nd Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central, CO
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central area is the $1.47 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,769. The second greatest value Outer Central apartment is the Catalpa 2-Bedroom Apartment in Boulder, CO Model at The Habitat Apartments starting at $1,981 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Gunbarrel Green 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.47 |
| The Habitat Apartments | Catalpa 2-Bedroom Apartment in Boulder, CO | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Depot Square | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Cloverbasin Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Stonegate Apartments | Rejoice | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Regal Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Northwest Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 732 Delaware Ave, Unit A | 732 Delaware Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 2200 Canyon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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 Vivo Living Longmont listed at $1,155.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Apartment is $955 at Park Mesa.
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 $945 at The Northwest Apartments.
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 $1,305.
Expert Rental Resources
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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