Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (11 Rentals)
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University Hill, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Hill Studio Apartments | $2,083 | $1,714 | $3,000 |
University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,847 | $1,395 | $9,974 |
University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,016 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,118 | $1,695 | $7,854 |
University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,399 | $8,245 |
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Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Street Apartments priced from $1,195. The Province Boulder has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
The Province Boulder | 4x4Q1 Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $1,399 |
Mohawk Green Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
The Lotus | Loft 6 | 3BR,2BA | $1,695 |
S'PARK Apartments | Platform | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,714 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, CO
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $1.44 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 2x2 Renovated Model at The Province Boulder starting at $1,925 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.44 |
The Province Boulder | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
The Lotus | Loft 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Two Nine North | Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
The Magwood | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Mohawk Green Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Parker Off Pearl | 1 X 1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Reve Boulder | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
S'PARK Apartments | Timber | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Hill, Boulder, CO
Ranked #44
Among neighborhoods in Boulder, CO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the University Hill Neighborhood in Boulder, CO
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hill is under $2,365.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hill?
The cheapest apartment in University Hill is Grove Street Apartments which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in University Hill costs $3,565.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hill?
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 82 regular apartments in University Hill 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 University Hill?
Cheap apartments in University Hill have an average cost of $1,616 which is $1,949 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hill.
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