oLiv Boulder
1750 15th St,
Boulder, CO 80302
Studio - 4 Beds | $1,685 - $2,858
Rental Market Trends in Boulder, CO
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Boulder, CO is $1,888/month.
Rent in Boulder is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,888/month
Average Rent
692 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.3%
Change / Year
1,017
Available Apartments
Boulder rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Boulder average $1,662 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Boulder average $1,888 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Boulder average $2,370 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Boulder average $3,427 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Boulder, CO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $26 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Boulder, CO
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
17%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
36%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
43%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Boulder?
Based on current rent prices, Keewayden, Martin Acres and Goss-Grove are the most affordable neighborhoods in Boulder.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Boulder?
Based on current rent prices, Transit Village, Rural North Boulder and Wonderland Lake are the most expensive neighborhoods in Boulder.
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Which Boulder neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Boulder with the most apartments available are Transit Village, Glenwood Grove-North Iris and Gunbarrel .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Boulder, CO?
Because the average rent in Boulder is $1,888, you’ll want to make about $6,293 per month or $75,516 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Boulder, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Boulder, CO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Boulder Area GuideStudio
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$1,839/month
One Bedroom
$1,417/month
$2,355/month
Two Bedroom
$1,894/month
$2,998/month
Three Bedroom
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$4,009/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Louisville
Avg Rent: $1,872/month
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Superior
Avg Rent: $2,107/month
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Lafayette
Avg Rent: $1,836/month
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Broomfield
Avg Rent: $1,788/month
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Erie
Avg Rent: $1,841/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Boulder?
The average rent in Boulder is $1,888 per month, which is 13.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Boulder?
The average rent for a house in Boulder, CO is $3,691 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Boulder?
The average rent for a townhome in Boulder, CO is $2,758 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Boulder?
The average rent for a condo in Boulder, CO is $1,733 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Boulder?
Rents in Boulder, CO are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $26 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Boulder?
In Boulder, CO, 43% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.