
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO from $700 (53 Rentals)
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Spruce Street Apartments

Goss Street Apartments

Nest on Osage

Canyon Place Apartments

971 Pleasant St

Kimberly Court Apartments

1920 Canyon Blvd

Ledges on 29th

The Cove

Glenlake

Flatiron View Apartments

Mohawk Drive Apartments

Canyon Crest Apartments

Elder Square Apartments

Mohawk Green Apartments

Timber Ridge Apartments

1946 Walnut St

Weathervane

Buffalo Canyon

Nest on Thunderbird

Meadow Creek

837 20th St

1240 Cedar Ave

1821 22nd St

Coronado Apartments

2019 Grove St
Boulder, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boulder?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,031 | $900 | $4,521 |
Cheap Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $1,000 | $8,299 |
Cheap Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $1,580 | $6,600 |
Cheap Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,399 | $8,245 |
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Boulder, CO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $640 to $10,182 with an overall median price of $6,439. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Campus at $825, University of Colorado at $825, and Hillside Grandview UofC at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boulder Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Campus | $2,230 | $825 | 8762 |
University of Colorado | $2,331 | $825 | 9355 |
Hillside Grandview UofC | $2,575 | $1,000 | 13003 |
Wonderland Hills | $2,680 | $1,195 | 12831 |
Southeast Boulder | $2,720 | $1,210 | 11952 |
East Foothills | $2,774 | $1,210 | 11228 |
Whittier Boulder | $2,932 | $1,195 | 12431 |
Glenwood Grove North Iris | $3,026 | $1,390 | 13307 |
Goss Grove | $3,026 | $1,195 | 12231 |
Downtown Boulder | $3,145 | $1,399 | 11154 |
Cheapest Available Boulder Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder, CO is a Studio unit found at Golden West in the Main Campus neighborhood priced from $900. 785 20th St in the Main Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Golden West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
785 20th St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
South Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Grove Street Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Nest on Osage | Unit Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Kimberly Court Apartments | Pomeroy | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Harvest Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Ledges on 29th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
The Province Boulder | 4x4Q1 Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $1,399 |
Glenlake | The Granby | 1BR,1BA | $1,402 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $1.44 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 1900 Canyon Blvd Model at 1900 Canyon Blvd, Unit 206 starting at $2,000 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boulder 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 | $1.44 |
1900 Canyon Blvd, Unit 206 | 1900 Canyon Blvd | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
The Habitat Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Union Baseline | Renovated 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Depot Square | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Sterling Apartments | Private Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
1821 22nd St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Nest on Osage | Unit Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
785 20th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Golden West | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Boulder Overview
If you enjoy mountain views and outdoor living, then you've come to the right place. Boulder, Colorado sits at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills. With a population of under 100,000, it's a nice size city to live and work in. It's also home to the University of Colorado.
Why live in Boulder, CO?
Boulder is a wonderful city if you're looking for a community of friendly people. Also, there is plenty of employment to go around, and you'll have access to farm fresh food. For beer lovers, Boulder has seven micro breweries, and those that love coffee the city is home to thirty coffee shops. In addition, rents are affordable, and you have the Rocky Mountains in your backyard. If you like the great outdoors, you'll love Boulder. Finally, if you don't have a car, you can still get around easily.
Best Local Schools in Boulder, CO
Bear Creek Elementary School
Fairview High School
Southern Hills Middle School
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Getting Around Boulder, CO
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boulder is under $1,402.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Boulder is 785 20th St which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Boulder costs $6,439.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boulder?
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 297,468 regular apartments in Boulder 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?
Cheap apartments in Boulder have an average cost of $1,363 which is $5,076 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.
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