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What Utilities Are Typically Included in Student Apartments Near CU Boulder?

Most CU Boulder student apartments include water, sewer, and trash. Electric, gas, and internet are separate and run $70-$150/month per apartment combined.

8 Furnished Student Apartments Near CU Boulder (2026 Guide)

Eight furnished student apartments near CU Boulder, ranked by location, price, and vibe. Real $/month ranges for 2026 and which type of student each one fits.

Saving Money on Boulder Rent: Tips CU Students Use (Negotiation, Timing, Sublets & Rollovers)

How Much Rent Do CU Boulder Students Really Pay in 2026? (By Neighborhood & Bedroom Type)

Boulder Neighborhood Safety and Crime Stats for CU Students: What the Data Actually Says

Can CU Boulder Students Find Short-Term and Semester Leases in Boulder?

What to Look for on CU Boulder Apartment Tours: Safety, Maintenance, and Neighborhoods

CU Boulder Buff OneCard & RTD Transit: A 2026 Student's Guide to Free Rides, Routes & Bikes

The Buff OneCard rides every RTD bus free — including the Flatiron Flyer to Denver. Here's the 2026 student playbook for routes, apps, bike-plus-bus combos, and where the late-night service falls off.

Is Living in Nearby Cities Worth It for CU Boulder Students?

What Happens If You Miss the CU Boulder Housing Deadline: Off-Campus Options That Still Work

CU Boulder Housing for First-Year Students Who Skip the Dorms: What You Need to Know

Best CU Boulder Apartments for Students Without Roommates: Studios and One-Bedrooms Near Campus