
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boulder County, CO from $700 (143 Rentals)
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The Northwest Apartments

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Park Mesa

Parkside Apartments

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Vivo Living Longmont

Goss Street Apartments

Canyon Place Apartments

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1509 Pratt St, Unit Private Basement, Unit Private Basement

Centennial Park Apartments

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1213 Francis St, Unit 5, Unit 5
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South Street Apartments

Spruce Street Apartments

Grove Street Apartments

Canyon Crest Apartments

Cloverbasin Village

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Canyon Club

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Glen Ridge Apartments

Nest on Thunderbird - 8203

Nest on 30th - 8201

Nest on Osage - 8202
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The Legacy Apartments

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Harvest Manor Apartments

1920 Canyon Blvd

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Kimberly Court Apartments

Grandview Meadows Apartments

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Sky Rock Apartments

Pepper Park

Rock Peak on Sunset Apartments

1026 17th Ave, Unit A

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321 Place
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Willoughby Corner

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Meadow Creek

Elder Square Apartments

Park on 14th

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Flatiron View Apartments

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Blue Sky Lofts

Mohawk Drive Apartments

Goss Commons

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The Shores at McIntosh Lake

Copper Peak Apartments
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Sumner Apartments

The Cove

Christopher Village

Ledges on 29th

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The Spoke on Coffman

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Lofts at Highlands

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Mysa at The Crossing

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Roosevelt Park

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South Main Station

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713 Collyer St, Unit B, Unit B
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Boulder County, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boulder County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder County Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $1,159 | $3,123 |
| Boulder County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $847 | $6,742 |
| Boulder County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Boulder County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,912 | $975 | $7,166 |
| Boulder County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $1,205 | $6,680 |
| Boulder County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $5,000 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Boulder County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder County, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at The Northwest Apartments in the Interlocken neighborhood priced from $945. Park Mesa in the Majestic Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Northwest Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $945 |
| Park Mesa | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Josephine Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| 917 Sunset St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Cloverbasin Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Glen Ridge Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder County, CO
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulder County area is the $1.50 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Boulder County apartment is the 1509 Pratt St Model at 1509 Pratt St, Unit Private Basement starting at $1,220 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Northwest Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boulder County 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 | $1.50 |
| 1509 Pratt St, Unit Private Basement | 1509 Pratt St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| UTE CREEK APARTMENTS | Viewpoint | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The Northwest Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Copper Peak Apartments | Larkspur | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Sumner Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Josephine Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Sterling Boulder Apartments | Private Bedroom in 2 Bed 2 Bath Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Cloverbasin Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 2200 Canyon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boulder County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boulder County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boulder County is under $1,315.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder County?
The cheapest apartment in Boulder County is Park Mesa which is listed at $955, while the average apartment in Boulder County costs $11,091.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boulder County?
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 315 regular apartments in Boulder County 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 Boulder County?
Cheap apartments in Boulder County have an average cost of $818 which is $10,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder County.
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

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.