
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willows Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $1,100 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Willows area of Boulder.


South Street Apartments

Spruce Street Apartments

Pepper Park

Weathervane
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Mysa at The Crossing

Glenlake

The Cove

Ledges on 29th

Gunbarrel Center

Meadow Creek

The Ellipse

Depot Square
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The Habitat Apartments

Lumine

Boulder View

Parc Mosaic

S'PARK Apartments
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Verdant

Valencia Gardens

Creekside Apartments

5126 Williams Fork Trail

Contour

2810 Marine St

Reve Boulder

The Magwood
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WYE Flats

3535 28th St
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Willows, Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Studio Apartments | $1,987 | $1,295 | $8,689 |
| Willows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,295 | $3,765 |
| Willows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $1,412 | $5,676 |
| Willows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,085 | $2,125 | $5,600 |
| Willows 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,573 | $2,945 | $6,920 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Willows Neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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Cheapest Available Willows Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willows area of Boulder, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at 30PRL Apartments priced from $1,130. Spruce Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Willows apartments for rent in Boulder, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30PRL Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The View on 26th | Flatirons (Affordable/Income Qualifying) | 1BR,1BA | $1,318 |
| Canyon Crest Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Pepper Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Apex 5510 | Shadow Canyon | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| Weathervane | Betasso | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Mysa at The Crossing | Cottonwood | Studio,1BA | $1,486 |
| Glenlake | The Red Feather | 2BR,1BA | $1,488 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willows, CO
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willows area is the $1.62 price per square foot Blue Spruce Model at The Habitat Apartments in the in the Gunbarrel Green neighborhood starting from $2,427. The second greatest value Willows apartment is the 3035 Oneal Pky Model at 3035 Oneal Pky, Unit Stratford Park West starting at $2,400 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Crossroads neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Habitat Apartments | Blue Spruce | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| 3035 Oneal Pky, Unit Stratford Park West | 3035 Oneal Pky | 3BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Wonderland Creek | SPRUCE | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.32 |
| 30PRL Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Creekside Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| SPARKwest | A 2/1F 50 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Boulder View | THE FLATIRON | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Depot Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Cove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The View on 26th | Flatirons (Affordable/Income Qualifying) | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willows Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Willows?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Willows is under $1,488.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willows?
The cheapest apartment in Willows is 30PRL Apartments which is listed at $1,130, while the average apartment in Willows costs $4,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willows?
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 37 regular apartments in Willows 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 Willows?
Cheap apartments in Willows have an average cost of $236 which is $4,164 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willows.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.













