
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Colorado Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $800 (41 Rentals)
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2000 Walnut

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1224 11th St

Canyon Place Apartments

Goss Street Apartments

2037 Walnut St

914 13th St

Grove Street Apartments
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Spruce Street Apartments

Canyon Crest Apartments

South Street Apartments

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Canyon Club

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Harvest Manor Apartments

1920 Canyon Blvd

Pepper Park

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Blue Sky Lofts
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Goss Commons

The Cove

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Timber Ridge Apartments

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The Phoenix

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East Village Flats

1821 22nd St

774 19th St
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Gaslamp

1135 35th St

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Angel's Fortress Apartments

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Buffalo Canyon

1811 22nd St

Saga Boulder

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2019 Grove St

929 11th St

909 14th St

78 W Walnut St

1 Bedroom Bungalow on The Hill

2301 Goss St

3100 Pearl

Maple Creek
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1818-1828 Arapahoe Ave
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 | $2,074 | $900 | $3,122 |
| University of Colorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $870 | $4,265 |
| University of Colorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,382 | $950 | $4,302 |
| University of Colorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $975 | $5,975 |
| University of Colorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,628 | $1,205 | $8,400 |
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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 Studio unit found at Golden West priced from $900. 2000 Walnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable University of Colorado apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 2000 Walnut | Individual Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Goss Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Canyon Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Colorado, CO
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the University of Colorado 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 University of Colorado apartment is the 3BR/3BA Model at Gaslamp starting at $1,683 with a $1.46 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. |
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| Saga Boulder | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.47 |
| Gaslamp | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $1.46 |
| 1850 Folsom St, Unit 907 | 1850 Folsom St | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 2019 Grove St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Province Boulder | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 2200 Canyon | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| The Cove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Golden West | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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 $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University of Colorado?
The cheapest apartment in University of Colorado is Golden West which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in University of Colorado costs $10,000.
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 290 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 $3,098 which is $6,902 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University of Colorado.
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