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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $640 to $10,182 with an overall median price of $3,927. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Majestic Heights at $900, South Boulder at $900, and Tantra Circle at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boulder Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Majestic Heights$2,025$900116
South Boulder$2,025$900116
Tantra Circle$2,025$900115
Highland Park$2,255$900136
Table Mesa North$2,255$900136
Keewayden$2,395$900183
East Campus$2,400$900122
Table Mesa South$2,520$900112
East Chautauqua$2,560$900125
South 45th$2,580$1,210142

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. South Street Apartments in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Golden WestStudioStudio,1BA$900
South Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,195
Grove Street ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,195
Nest on OsageUnit Type B1BR,1BA$1,210
Nest on Thunderbird1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,210
Canyon Crest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Blue Sky LoftsLodge PoleStudio,1BA$1,300
Kimberly Court ApartmentsPomeroy1BR,1BA$1,307
Harvest Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Ledges on 29thStudioStudio,1BA$1,390

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $1.90 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - Henley Model at Henley and Remy Apartments in the in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Boulder apartment is the 4x4 Model at Saga Boulder starting at $1,730 with a $1.44 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Henley and Remy Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath - Henley2BR,2BA$1.90
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.44
GlenlakeThe Grand Mesa2BR,1.5BA$1.73
The Habitat ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$1.84
Union BaselineRenovated 2x12BR,1BA$1.71
Sterling ApartmentsPrivate Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.89
1821 22nd StTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.06
Nest on Thunderbird2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.03
Nest on OsageUnit Type B1BR,1BA$2.02
Golden West1x11BR,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.

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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

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A few nearby public transportation options

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  • 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 $1,390.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulder?

The cheapest apartment in Boulder is Golden West which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Boulder costs $3,927.

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 4,672 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 $1,277 which is $2,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulder.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.