Apartments For Rent in Boulder, CO
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- NEW - 2 DAYS AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,743 - $2,827/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsBoulder Creek | 3455 Table Mesa Dr #O-278,
Boulder, CO 80305 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,600 - $1,800/mo1-2 Beds1 BathMohawk Green Apartments | 704 Mohawk Dr #710-7,
Boulder, CO 80303 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHED
- PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$2,102 - $4,944/mo1-3 Beds1-4 BathsBoulder Commons | 2530 Junction Pl #D-11,
Boulder, CO 80301 - PET FRIENDLY
- Total price$795 - $905/mo1 Bed1 BathSterling Boulder Apartments - Student Living | 2975 Aurora Ave #501,
Boulder, CO 80303 - Total price$1,855 - $2,715/mo1-3 Beds1-3 Baths6255 Habitat Drive | 6255 Habitat Dr #1098,
Boulder, CO 80301 - Total price$1,714 - $4,826/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsS'PARK Apartments | 3303 Bluff St #110,
Boulder, CO 80301 - $1,390 - $2,780/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsSterling Boulder Apartments - Student Living | 2985 Aurora Ave #PBSK2,
Boulder, CO 80303 - $1,355 - $1,870/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Lodge Boulder | 2900 Aurora Ave #2-1120289,
Boulder, CO 80303 - Total price$1,326 - $1,366/mo1 Bed1 BathHarper House Apartments | 4905 Osage Dr #106,
Boulder, CO 80303 - Total price$1,437 - $1,571/mo1-2 Beds1 Bath4827 Thunderbird Drive | 4827 Thunderbird Dr #51,
Boulder, CO 80303 - Total price$1,539 - $2,104/mo1-2 Beds1 BathCoronado Apartments | 4977 Moorhead Ave #E312,
Boulder, CO 80305 - Total price$1,455 - $1,500/mo1 Bed1 BathSouth Street Apartments | 2308 South St #3,
Boulder, CO 80302 - Total price$1,655 - $2,055/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Cove Apartments | 1833 Folsom St #206,
Boulder, CO 80302 - Total price$1,429 - $2,522/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsMeadow Creek | 5131 Williams Fork Trl #17-112,
Boulder, CO 80301 - Total price$1,738 - $3,417/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsGunbarrel Center | 5340 Gunbarrel Center Ct #3-301,
Boulder, CO 80301 - $1,675 - $2,400/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Phoenix | 2905-2915 E College Avenue Spg #211,
Boulder, CO 80303 - Total price$1,766 - $2,472/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsMysa at The Crossing | 3715 Canfield St #D-306,
Boulder, CO 80301 - $1,345 - $1,845/mo1-2 Beds1 BathNest on Thunderbird | 4917 Thunderbird Dr #2048d25d8,
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Boulder buzzes with easy living—walkable, bike-rich, near trails, CU, and downtown fun. People love the trails, buses, short commutes, Pearl Street, safe vibe, and great schools. They gripe about high costs, noise, traffic, off‑leash dogs, and occasional flooding.
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Types of apartment in Boulder, CO
Boulder apartments range from older brick walk-ups to newer wood-frame and stucco buildings. Around Downtown, Whittier, and Goss-Grove, you can find small apartment buildings, duplexes, and older houses for rent with porches, narrow stair entries, and shaded lots. In Central Boulder and near Baseline Road, many apartments sit in low-rise garden-style complexes with open parking lots, simple balconies, and shared laundry. Interiors often include compact kitchens, baseboard heat, and limited storage in older units, while newer apartments can have larger windows and in-unit laundry.In North Boulder and around Wonderland Lake, apartments often sit in quieter low-rise clusters with more townhome-style layouts. South Boulder and Table Mesa have many 1960s and 1970s rentals with flat or low-pitch roofs, brick exteriors, and sliding patio doors. East Boulder, near Foothills Parkway and Gunbarrel, has more modern apartments and condo-style rentals with larger footprints and easier parking. Houses for rent show up across Martin Acres, Chautauqua, and parts of North Boulder, often as ranch homes, split-levels, or older cottages. In Boulder, exterior style often hints at tradeoffs like stairs, parking setup, window size, and how much private outdoor space comes with the rent.
Getting around Boulder, CO
RTD, the regional bus service, covers Boulder well, with the Flatiron Flyer bus linking Downtown Boulder Station to Denver and routes running along Broadway, 28th Street, and Table Mesa. Walking works well in Downtown, Whittier, and around Pearl Street. Biking is a big part of getting around because the city has many multi-use paths and bike lanes. Driving is simple on major roads like Foothills Parkway, but parking can be tighter near Pearl Street and the Hill.Living in Boulder, CO
Boulder is known for trail access, cycling, and outdoor recreation, and that shapes where many apartments sit. Chautauqua Park, Mount Sanitas, and Boulder Creek Path are regular landmarks in the city. Pearl Street has shops, cafes, and small offices, while 30th Street and East Boulder have more labs, tech, and office space. Major work sectors include tech, aerospace, bioscience, healthcare, and the university, which affects where houses and apartments for rent are clustered.Average Rent Trends in Boulder, CO
Rent in Boulder, CO varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,500 |
| Jul 2025 | $2,500 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,600 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,500 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,550 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,800 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,795 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,695 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,700 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,605 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,550 |
| May 2026 | $2,500 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,795 | $2,495 | $3,711 | $4,600 | $2,500 |
| Townhomes | $2,200 | $2,500 | $3,500 | $4,000 | $3,120 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,800 | $2,444 | $3,495 | $4,900 | $2,195 |
| Houses | $2,200 | $3,500 | $3,995 | $4,600 | $4,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Boulder, CO
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Boulder, CO?The average rent of an apartment in Boulder, CO is $2,078 per month. This is about 8% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Boulder, CO?The average rent of a house in Boulder, CO is $4,300 per month. This is about 123% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Boulder, CO?The average rent of a townhome in Boulder, CO is $3,120 per month. This is about 62% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Boulder, CO?In the last year, the average rent in Boulder, CO was lowest in May 2025 when it was $2,490 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Boulder, CO?In the last year, the average rent in Boulder, CO was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,800 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Boulder, CO?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Boulder, CO is $1,795 per month. That is about $196 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Boulder, CO?There are 1,030 available rental listings in Boulder, CO.
- What colleges and universities are in Boulder, CO?Colleges and universities in Boulder, CO include: University of Colorado.
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- What are some cities near Boulder, CO?Some nearby cities include: Gold Hill, Eldorado Springs, Jamestown, Niwot, Louisville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.














