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Last updated on November 14, 2026
Average rent in
Boulder, CO
Average rent in
Last updated on November 14, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Boulder rent stands today
Boulder, CO rent rose 7.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,750/month. Renters today are paying $200 more per month on average than last year, extending the market's rise to the current peak level for November 2026.
Compared to national trends
Boulder runs 44.7% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets with a total of 393 total rentals available across the city.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Boulder rent for about $1,448/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,700/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,300/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,375/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,990/month. This range reflects the diversity of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Waterstone rents fell 81.6% year over year to $2,300/month across 21 rentals, a stark contrast to the citywide 7.8% rise. Wonderland Lake and Sombrero Ranch also saw large declines of 78.2% and 65.8%, respectively, showing significant local variation in Boulder.
Median rent
Median rent in Boulder
$2,750/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Boulder is $2,750 per month as of November 2026. This is 45% above the national average rent, or $850 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Boulder
393
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Boulder rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Boulder, CO
Average rent prices in Boulder have increased by 8% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Boulder, CO
Rent prices in Boulder vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Boulder is $2,400, whereas a house costs $3,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Boulder run $1,700 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,432.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,447 | 3% |  6% | |
1 bedroom | $1,700 | 3% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $2,300 | 5% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $3,375 | 7% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $5,990 | 4% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Baseline Sub | $2,395 | |
Downtown Boulder | $2,487 | |
Glenwood Grove North Iris | $1,971 | |
Goss Grove | $2,675 | |
Gunbarrel | $1,923 | |
Martin Acres | $2,300 | |
Newlands | $2,575 | |
Transit Village | $2,950 | |
University Hill | $4,200 | |
Whittier | $2,795 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,400 | 13% | 7% | |
Condos | $2,000 | 5% | 5% | |
Houses | $3,500 | 5% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,447
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,375
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,990
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
Baseline Sub
Average rent
$2,395
Whittier
Average rent
$2,795
Goss Grove
Average rent
$2,675
Martin Acres
Average rent
$2,300
Gunbarrel
Average rent
$1,923
University Hill
Average rent
$4,200
Glenwood Grove North Iris
Average rent
$1,971
Downtown Boulder
Average rent
$2,487
Newlands
Average rent
$2,575
Transit Village
Average rent
$2,950
Apartments
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
5%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Boulder, CO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Boulder, CO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Boulder and Arvada by all bedroom counts and property types.
Boulder
45%higher than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Boulder, CO is 53% higher than the median rent in Arvada, CO.
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2%Discover rentals in Boulder, CO
5d+ ago
University Hill apartment for rent in Boulder
1 bed
0 baths
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
University Hill apartment for rent in Boulder
1 bed
0 baths
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
University Hill apartment for rent in Boulder
1 bed
0 baths
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 10
3d ago
4570 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80303
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$900–$4,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Flagstaff house for rent in Boulder
4 beds
3.5 baths
$11,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Newlands house for rent in Boulder
2958 6th St, Boulder, CO 80304
5 beds
3.5 baths
$10,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 25
5d+ ago
Flagstaff house for rent in Boulder
3 beds
3 baths
$10,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Newlands house for rent in Boulder
4 beds
3 baths
$9,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
1955 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$7,419
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
14h ago
616 Marine St, Boulder, CO 80302
2 beds
2 baths
$3,750–$3,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
18h ago
1631 19th St, Boulder, CO 80302
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$3,200–$5,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1811 Folsom St, Boulder, CO 80302
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,295–$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4977 Moorhead Ave, Boulder, CO 80305
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$2,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
947 Laramie Blvd #B, Boulder, CO 80304
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 24
1d ago
Verified
1955 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$7,419
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
19th & Canyon, Boulder, CO 80302
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1955 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$7,419
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4977 Moorhead Ave, Boulder, CO 80305
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$2,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
22h ago
3100 Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80304
2 beds
2 baths
$1,875–$1,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1811 Folsom St, Boulder, CO 80302
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Boulder, CO
Quick answers to common questions about the Boulder rental market.
How much is rent in Boulder?
The average rent in Boulder is $2,750 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Boulder?
Average rent prices in Boulder have increased by 8% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Boulder rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Boulder is 45% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $850 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Boulder?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Boulder are Gunbarrel ($1,923/mo), Glenwood Grove North Iris ($1,971/mo), and Martin Acres ($2,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Boulder?
To comfortably afford rent in Boulder, you'd need to earn approximately $110,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Boulder?
April offers the best rental deals in Boulder, with rents running approximately 12% lower than November's peak prices. Despite higher demand in April, landlords often offer competitive rates to secure tenants quickly during this active leasing period.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).