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Boulder, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boulder, CO

Pricing Updated: 04/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Boulder, CO area range in price from $640 to $12,974 with an overall median price of $6,393. The three Boulder neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Majestic Heights at $900, Tantra Circle at $900, and Keewayden 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$1,995$900128
Tantra Circle$1,995$900127
Keewayden$2,030$900196
East Campus$2,060$900131
University of Colorado$2,464$900135
South 45th$2,600$1,210149
Southeast Boulder$2,645$1,210238
East Foothills$2,756$1,210210
Devils Thumb Rolling Hills$2,766$1,210129
Hillside Grandview UofC$3,030$1,350226

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boulder area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - Henley Model at Henley and Remy Apartments in the in the Southeast Boulder neighborhood starting from $2,595. 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$2.06
Saga Boulder4x44BR,4BA$1.44
Union BaselineRenovated 2x12BR,1BA$1.71
Depot Square2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Sterling ApartmentsPrivate Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.89
1821 22nd StTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.06
Nest on Thunderbird2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.03
Mohawk Green ApartmentsOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.17
Nest on OsageUnit Type B1BR,1BA$2.02
Golden West1x11BR,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boulder

What type of rentals are currently available in Boulder?

There are currently 571 Apartments for Rent in Boulder, CO with pricing that ranges from $900 to $12,974. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boulder ranging from $1,100 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Boulder?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boulder ranges from $1,100 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,347.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Boulder?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boulder range from $1,580 to $12,974, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $5,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,399.

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.