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Highlights
- Friendly and welcoming staff
- North, central location
Location
1245 Elder Ave, Boulder, CO 80304, USA|Old North Boulder
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Property Overview
1245 Elder Ave offers strong value with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, especially for its excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It also stands out for friendly, welcoming staff and a central north location, with nearby pet services, outdoor spaces, and a nearby top-rated elementary school adding to its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Boulder, CO - Apartment - $1,795.00 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 875 sqft | $1,725–$1,895 /mo | 3 units available | Discover exceptional apartment options at Elder Square Apartments. Our north, central location is an ideal place to move. Our friendly and welcoming staff is waiting to show you all that our community has in store. We would love to welcome you home. Come see what we have in store at Elder Square Apartments today ! |
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Amenities for 1245 Elder Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 1245 Elder Ave
Discover exceptional apartment options at Elder Square Apartments. Our north, central location is an ideal place to move. Our friendly and welcoming staff is waiting to show you all that our community has in store. We would love to welcome you home. Come see what we have in store at Elder Square Apartments today !
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1245 Elder Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1245 Elder Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1245 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·9A 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.
1245 Elder Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1245 Elder Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1245 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·6A 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 1245 Elder Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1245 Elder Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
1245 Elder Ave is great for:
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 1245 Elder Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- 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 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Old North Boulder
2-bedroom apartments at 1245 Elder Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Old North Boulder.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Old North Boulder
Boulder
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,800 |
| 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 | $1,755 |
| February 2026 | $1,773 |
| March 2026 | $1,755 |
| April 2026 | $1,743 |
| May 2026 | $1,722 |
| June 2026 | $1,700 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,800 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1245 Elder Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$69,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,725.
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Schools near 1245 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+
Three Creeks K-8 School
19486 west 94th ave
arvada, CO, 80007
K-8Public
B+
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy
395 s pratt parkway
longmont, CO, 80501
K-12Public
C
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Getting around Boulder near 1245 Elder Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1245 Elder Ave, 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
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 1245 Elder Ave
Ideal Market
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Commissary
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India's Grocery
2877 28th St
Safeway
3325 28th St
Lucky's Market
3960 Broadway St
Cronin Jewelers
Ideal Market Shopping Center 1235 Alpine Avenue
Jacque Michelle
2670 Broadway St
Kind Design LLC
1127 Juniper Ave
Pedestrian Shops
1425 Pearl St
Barbara & Company
1505 Pearl St
Pekoe Sip House
1225 Alpine Ave
Beleza Coffee Bar
2680 Broadway St
Bona Coffee Roasters
1401 Pearl St
Ozo Coffee Co East Pearl
1521 Pearl St
Capital One Cafe
1247 Pearl St
License No 1
2115 13th St
The Corner Bar
2115 13th St
Spruce Farm & Fish
2115 13th St 2115 13th St
Cocktail Caravan LLC
2560 4th St
Velvet Elk Lounge
2037 13th St
Breadworks Bakery & Cafe
2644 Broadway St
Breadworks Cafe
2644 Broadway St
Green Spoon
2120 13th St
Savory Spice Shop
2041 Broadway
PEPPERCORN
1235 Pearl St
Washington Village Park
Fredrick Law Olmsted, Jr. Park
North Boulder Park
Hawthorn Community Gardens
Playground
Skratch Labs Cafe
1245 Alpine Ave
Santo
1265 Alpine Ave
Pekoe Sip House
1225 Alpine Ave
Flower Pepper
2655 Broadway St
Audrey Jane's Pizza Garage
2675 13th St
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