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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Picnic tables
  • Open floor plan
  • Bbq grill
  • Living room
  • Bedrooms

Location

1260 Elder Avenue, Boulder, Colorado 80304, United States|Old North Boulder
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Management

Sadler Company

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 5819

Property Overview

1250 and 1260 Elder Ave present a prime opportunity for renters, highlighted by a Zumper Expert Rating of 9, indicating high desirability. The properties shine with outstanding amenities and excellent value reflected in a perfect price rating of 10. Additionally, they are conveniently located near essential services like transportation and grocery stores, while also catering to pet owners, making them an appealing choice for a variety of lifestyles.

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Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
1250 and 1260 Elder Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1250 and 1260 Elder Ave - 122 bed1 bath765 sqft$1,600 /moPlease call (303) 447-8500 with any questions or to set up a showing Lease term: *NOW - JULY 30TH *The apartment is vacant, so lease can start anytime between now and the first of next month. Sublease possible: YES Occupancy Limit: THREE UNRELATED TENANTS 1250 & 1260 Elder is a 12-unit apartment complex just north of downtown Boulder. It is a few blocks north of Ideal Market and a block south of the North Boulder Rec Center, with easy access to downtown. The property consists of two buildings that face each other; six units in each. There is a large courtyard between the buildings with picnic tables and a BBQ grill. This common area is for all tenants to share. On-site laundry is located in the back of the 1250 building. There is parking in front of the two buildings that's shared by all twelve apartments. Apartment #12 is an upper level, end unit in the 1260 (east) building. Each unit has an open floor plan with an archway between the living room and kitchen. The bedrooms are in the b

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Amenities for 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units1
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About 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave

HomeApartments in BoulderOld North Boulder 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave

Please call (303) 447-8500 with any questions or to set up a showing Lease term: *NOW - JULY 30TH *The apartment is vacant, so lease can start anytime between now and the first of next month. Sublease possible: YES Occupancy Limit: THREE UNRELATED TENANTS 1250 & 1260 Elder is a 12-unit apartment complex just north of downtown Boulder. It is a few blocks north of Ideal Market and a block south of the North Boulder Rec Center, with easy access to downtown. The property consists of two buildings that face each other; six units in each. There is a large courtyard between the buildings with picnic tables and a BBQ grill. This common area is for all tenants to share. On-site laundry is located in the back of the 1250 building. There is parking in front of the two buildings that's shared by all twelve apartments. Apartment #12 is an upper level, end unit in the 1260 (east) building. Each unit has an open floor plan with an archway between the living room and kitchen. The bedrooms are in the back of the units, with very large closets, and the bathroom is located between the bedrooms. The apartment is rented unfurnished. Any personal belongings or furniture in the pictures/video belong to tenants moving out. The large appliances stay in the kitchen (fridge, dishwasher, stove/oven), as does the A/C unit in the living room. Any other A/C units belong to the tenants. APPROXIMIATE ROOM DIMENSIONS: LIVING ROOM = 16'4" x 12' BEDROOM #1 (LEFT) = 11' x 11'10" BEDROOM#2 (RIGHT) = 9'7" x 11'10" Residents must set up their own electricity account with Xcel Energy, and pay that directly. Each 2BR apartment pays 8.5% of the gas/water/trash bills, which usually run $80-$165 per month for each unit. Maintenance/repairs beyond normal wear and tear are billed to tenants at $45 per hour during business hours, and $67.50 per hour on weekends and outside weekday business hours. Additional on-site storage may be available for an extra $20/month. This unit is rented unfu


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
1250 and 1260 Elder Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1250 and 1260 Elder Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1250 and 1260 Elder Ave stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1250 and 1260 Elder Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1250 and 1260 Elder Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Old North Boulder

2-bedroom apartments at 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Old North Boulder.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Old North Boulder
Boulder
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boulder
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,805
March 2024$1,766
April 2024$1,717
May 2024$1,704
June 2024$1,769
July 2024$1,831
August 2024$1,968
September 2024$1,971
October 2024$2,012
November 2024$1,893
December 2024$1,837
January 2025$1,823
February 2025$1,845
March 2025$1,846
April 2025$1,848
May 2025$1,842
June 2025$1,796
July 2025$1,786
August 2025$1,768
September 2025$1,705
October 2025$1,697
November 2025$1,673
December 2025$1,696
January 2026$1,700
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Old North Boulder
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,800

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1250 and 1260 Elder Ave

Columbine Elementary School

3130 repplier dr

boulder, CO, 80304

PK, K-5Public
B+

Mapleton Early Childhood Center

840 mapleton ave

boulder, CO, 80304

PKPublic

Boulder Universal

6500 east arapahoe rd

boulder, CO, 80303

K-12Public
B+
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Getting around Boulder near 1260 Elder Avenue

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1260 Elder Avenue, Boulder

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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