Cheap Homes for Rent in the University of Colorado Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $1,300 (14 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the University of Colorado area of Boulder.

property at 3313 Madison Ave

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 17

3313 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 3303 Madison Ave

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 13

3303 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 830 20th St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 10

830 20th St

BoulderCO80302
property at 1934 18th St

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1934 18th St, Unit 2

1934 18th St
BoulderCO80302

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property at 3393 Madison Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 21

3393 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 2024 Goss St

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

2024 Goss St

BoulderCO80302
property at 2865 Sundown Ln

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 7

2865 Sundown Ln

BoulderCO80303
property at 1934 18th St

$1,650 - $1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1934 18th St

BoulderCO80302
property at 3009 Madison Ave

$1,800 - $2,500

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3009 Madison Ave

BoulderCO80303
property at 2932 Shadow Creek Dr

$1,875

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$1,875

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$1,875

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

2932 Shadow Creek Dr, Unit 302

2932 Shadow Creek Dr
BoulderCO80303
property at 1405 Broadway

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

1405 Broadway

BoulderCO80302

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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 Annex Flats priced from $787. Goss Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable University of Colorado apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Annex Flats0bdStudio,1BA$787
Goss Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Spruce Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Colorado, CO

As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University of Colorado area is the $1.44 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,727. The second greatest value University of Colorado apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 2019 Grove St starting at $1,800 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Colorado apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.44
2019 Grove St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
Broadway Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.02
The CoveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
East Village Flats3BR/2BA - A3BR,2BA$1.58
Sterling Boulder ApartmentsPrivate Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit2BR,2BA$1.59
Mountainaire2BR/1BA - ALT2BR,1BA$2.10
1920 Canyon Blvd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
Pepper ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
Harvest Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.45

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Colorado

What type of rentals are currently available in University of Colorado?

There are currently 301 Apartments for Rent in University of Colorado, CO with pricing that ranges from $787 to $5,800. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University of Colorado ranging from $1,300 to $7,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University of Colorado?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University of Colorado ranges from $1,300 to $7,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,731.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University of Colorado?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University of Colorado range from $1,305 to $4,375, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,043 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,570.

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