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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 is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, and location, plus a detailed and transparent listing. It is noted for its friendly and welcoming staff and a north central location, while also standing out for pet friendliness thanks to outdoor spaces and nearby pet services.
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
Elementary school nearby- Balcony
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Boulder, CO - Apartment - $1,435.00 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $1,435 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Boulder, CO - Apartment - $1,995.00 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 875 sqft | $1,995 /mo | 1 unit available |
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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 | 2 |
|---|
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
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Old North Boulder
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in Old North Boulder.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1245 Elder Ave to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Old North Boulder.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Old North Boulder
Boulder
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,870 |
| 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 | $1,696 |
| July 2026 | $1,690 |
| August 2026 | $1,663 |
| September 2026 | $1,612 |
| October 2026 | $1,670 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | $1,720 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1245 Elder Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-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
$57,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,435.
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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
Getting around Boulder near 1245 Elder Ave
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 1245 Elder Ave, Boulder
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some 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 15-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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