
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Colorado Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $835 (72 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University of Colorado area of Boulder.


880 30th St

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Gaslamp

2830 E College Ave

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Canyon Club

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Annex Flats

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Harvest Manor Apartments

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Blue Sky Lofts

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The Phoenix

911-915 Broadway
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St. Moritz

920 14th St

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Spruce Street Apartments

533 22nd St

1645 Pine St

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Timber Ridge Apartments

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2939 Marine Street

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2000 Walnut

1842 Canyon Blvd

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Angel's Fortress Apartments
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2227 Arapahoe Ave

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Saga Boulder

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Wimbledon Condominium

2205 Arapahoe Ave, Unit Apartment 8

1155 35th St

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3393 Madison Ave, Unit W228

805 29th St, Unit #262

1816 Grove St

Golden West

1005 11th St
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909 14th St

78 W Walnut St

1717 1/2 Baseline Rd

1145 Pennsylvania Ave

3009 Madison Ave

3393 Madison Ave

Goss Street Apartments

1 Bedroom Bungalow on The Hill

Buffalo Canyon

1410 19th St.
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Grove Street Apartments

South Street Apartments

1020 14th

3050 Madison

Pepper Park

3161 Madison Ave Q423

3161 Madison Ave

1920 Canyon Blvd

Goss Commons

2301 Goss St
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University of Colorado, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University of Colorado?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Studio Apartments | $2,432 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
| University of Colorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,395 | $4,354 |
| University of Colorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $835 | $5,206 |
| University of Colorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $835 | $6,975 |
| University of Colorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $1,570 | $6,975 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University of Colorado Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available University of Colorado Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of Colorado area of Boulder, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at The Lodge Boulder priced from $835. East Village Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable University of Colorado apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Boulder | 2BR/1BA - A | 2BR,1BA | $835 |
| East Village Flats | 3BR/2BA - B | 3BR,2BA | $835 |
| Mountainaire | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Gaslamp | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $900 |
| Buffalo Canyon | 1 Bed Top Floor; Pool-Side + Vaulted Ceilings & AC | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 1410 19th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Canyon Club | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1020 14th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Colorado, CO
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University of Colorado area is the $2.25 price per square foot Mesa Model at The View on 26th in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value University of Colorado apartment is the 2B FOR $ OF 1!! 1st Level Corner Unit w/ DW Model at Dakotas Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Main Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Colorado apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View on 26th | Mesa | 3BR,3BA | $2.25 |
| Dakotas Apartments | 2B FOR $ OF 1!! 1st Level Corner Unit w/ DW | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.35 |
| Gaslamp | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Union Baseline | Renovated 2x2 TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Creekside Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 3220 Madison Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1525 Arapahoe | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Mountainaire | 2BR/1BA - ALT | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Cove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Colorado Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University of Colorado?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University of Colorado is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University of Colorado?
The cheapest apartment in University of Colorado is Buffalo Canyon which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in University of Colorado costs $2,022.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University of Colorado?
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 51 regular apartments in University of Colorado 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 of Colorado?
Cheap apartments in University of Colorado have an average cost of $1,234 which is $788 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University of Colorado.
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