
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boulder Neighborhood of Boulder, CO from $900 (4 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Boulder?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Boulder Studio Apartments | $2,167 | $1,714 | $4,521 |
Downtown Boulder 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $1,495 | $7,028 |
Downtown Boulder 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,988 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Boulder 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,134 | $1,695 | $6,600 |
Downtown Boulder 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,399 | $8,245 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boulder, CO
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boulder area is the $2.72 price per square foot Anthracite Model at Two Nine North in the in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Boulder apartment is the 2x2 Renovated Model at The Province Boulder starting at $1,925 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Pearl Street Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Boulder apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Two Nine North | Anthracite | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
The Province Boulder | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
The Lotus | Loft 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
The Magwood | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Mohawk Green Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
701 Arapahoe | 701 Arapahoe Ave Unit 205 | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Reve Boulder | Studio 1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
S'PARK Apartments | Timber | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
Parc Mosaic Apartment Homes | Design EB Jr. 1-Bed | Studio ,1BA | $5.06 |
Boulder Creek Apartments | Evergreen Premier | Studio ,1BA | $4.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boulder, Boulder, CO
Ranked #62
Among neighborhoods in Boulder, CO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Boulder Neighborhood in Boulder, CO
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Boulder Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Boulder?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Boulder is under $2,264.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Boulder?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Boulder is Mohawk Green Apartments which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Downtown Boulder costs $3,480.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 78 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Boulder?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Boulder have an average cost of $1,391 which is $2,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Boulder.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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