Apartments Near CU Boulder

Times are changing in Boulder, Colorado. Students used to be able to take it easy, head back home for winter break, return to school and make a decision on an apartment or house to rent in Boulder for the next year. Not anymore.

If you're a student looking for housing at the University of Colorado, you might need to start your search early this year. Due to the rising number of searches for Boulder apartments between the months of October and January, the best time to start your search will be before winter break when landlords start pre-leasing. Especially, if you’re trying to find a house or apartment on University Hill.

The number of searches for off-campus housing begins to rise in October before reaching its peak in January. Due to this being a very popular area, it is necessary to start your search early to try to secure your housing situation before everyone else does - especially if you're the one in your group looking CU-Boulder off-campus housing for four or five people. 

Rent Prices in Boulder, CO

Generally, there are more one-bedroom apartments available closer to campus than anything else, but starting your search in advance can prevent any housing limitations. These one-bedroom apartments close to campus can be pricey, but are quite luxuries with updated kitchens and appliances along with a long list of other impressive amenities.

On average, a one-bedroom apartment will cost $1188, but that price normally includes a wide array of amenities and will be within 15 minutes walking distance of campus.

If you're working with a tight budget or are looking to save money in general, we recommend finding a three bedroom house or apartment close to campus, because it remains the lowest average rent per person and bedroom in the campus area. With more roommates, you can normally find a cheaper rental.

For more information, here's a breakdown of apartments and houses in Boulder based on the average rent per person and bedroom

When looking for a bite to eat, CU students often visit the C4C dining hall, located in the center of campus. Whether it's to grab food to take to class or to dine with friends, C4C offers a wide variety of foods that can appeal to even the pickiest of eaters.

Outside of the central dining area, there are a few other eateries located close by that includes Domino's Pizza, Subway, Celestial Seasonings Coffee and Teahouse, and a Wok & Roll.

Further from the campus area, here are a few places you will not want to miss.

Best Restaurants:

• The Kitchen
• Zolo Southwestern Grill
• The Buff Restaurant
• L'Atelier
• Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar

Best Bars:

• The West End Tavern
• The Bitter Bar
• Mountain Sun Pub and Brewery
• Dark Horse
• Frasca Food and Wine

When it comes to what Boulder lacks, outdoor activities is not one them. With an array of lush forests, winding trails, and canyons, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Some of the most popular spots to climb, hike, or stroll through include the Flatirons, Chautauqua Park, Eldorado Canyon State Park, Boulder Creek Path, and the Flagstaff Mountain & Summit Nature Center.

Things to Do

If you're looking for an area with great weather and even better scenery, Boulder is the place for you. With a wide variety of local attractions, there is something to appease everyone's interests. In addition to the breath-taking scenery, Boulder also features many museums, community events, and shopping sites. A few popular museums includes the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History, Boulder History Museum, Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art, and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art.

If you find yourself more interested in enjoying Boulder's weather in leisurely outdoor activities, you might want to consider visiting Long's Garden. In the heart of Boulder, Long's Garden offers the peace and tranquility to help provide the escape of a vacation without leaving town.

Aside from gardens, one of Boulder's favorite understated site is the farmer's market. This local amenity acts as an outlet for farmers to sell their homegrown food and other crafts directly to the public. Lucky for the students, this event runs every Wednesday and Saturday throughout the year.

If hot spots for shopping, organic produce, and museums aren't what you're looking for, Boulder has many more sites that are worth checking out.

Highlights include:

• Hiking the Flatirons
• Take a stroll in Chautauqua Park
• Visit the Pearl Street Mall
• Rock-climbing in the Eldorado Canyon
• Attend a concert at the Boulder Chamber Orchestra