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Downtown 2 BDR / 2BA - Walk to Everything

$4,295/unit

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Downtown 2 BDR / 2BA - Walk to Everything

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Fairways Apartments Boulder features a small complex of three-story buildings, several parked cars out front, leafless trees, and a fire hydrant in the parking lot on a clear day.

$1,199+/unit

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Fairways Apartments

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The courtyard at Flatiron View Apartments Boulder features green grass, a sidewalk, metal bench, lush bushes, and mature trees. Surrounding buildings with balconies offer multiple floors. The partly cloudy sky adds to the serene atmosphere.

$1,507+/unit

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Flatiron View Apartments

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GlenLake Apartments Boulder features a modern three-story building with a brick and gray exterior, balconies adorned with plants and furniture, and well-kept bushes and trees out front.

$1,545+/unit

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GlenLake Apartments

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Nestled between Harper House Apartments Boulder, this tranquil courtyard features tall trees, benches, rocks, and a small Japanese-style stone fountain, creating a peaceful garden setting.

$1,431+/unit

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Harper House Apartments

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A covered balcony with cushioned seating and a coffee table at Henley and Remy Apartments Boulder overlooks a grassy area and neighboring residential buildings under a clear blue sky.

$1,985+/unit

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Henley and Remy Apartments

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Hub on Campus Boulder

$1,749+/unit

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Hub on Campus Boulder

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A well-lit apartment building exterior at dusk, with large windows, brick walls, tall trees, and neatly trimmed grass in the foreground. A sidewalk leads toward the Kimberly Court Apartments Boulder entrance.

$1,423+/unit

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Kimberly Court Apartments

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A fenced patio with a table and four chairs sits outside Meadow Creek Apartments Boulder, a two-story building with brick and beige siding. Under a partly cloudy sky, grass and a walkway border the inviting outdoor space.

$1,470+/unit

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Meadow Creek Apartments

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Mysa at the Crossing Boulder features a modern building with large windows and wooden accents, overlooking a clear outdoor swimming pool surrounded by chairs and tables, with mountain views and a blue sky dotted with clouds in the background.

$1,695+/unit

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Mysa at the Crossing

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oLiv Boulder

$1,702+/unit

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oLiv Boulder

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One of a Kind 3 BDR in west Boulder - Live in a Piece of Art

$11,995/unit

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One of a Kind 3 BDR in west Boulder - Live in a Piece of Art

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A modern three-story apartment building, reminiscent of Parc Mosaic Apartment Homes Boulder, with large windows, small balconies, and young trees in front. The exterior blends gray brick and tan panels under a clear blue sky.

$1,895+/unit

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Parc Mosaic Apartment Homes

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A modern outdoor pool area at S'PARK Apartments Boulder features lounge chairs, greenery, and a wooden fence. Behind the pool, contemporary apartment buildings with yellow and gray accents stand under a clear blue sky.

$1,758+/unit

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S'PARK Apartments

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A modern, two-story apartment building with dark wood siding, balconies, a covered parking area with cars, concrete driveways, green lawn, and large leafy trees in front at South Street Apartments Boulder.

$1,375+/unit

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South Street Apartments

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Modern office buildings with large windows line a clean, paved street near The Armory Apartments Boulder, surrounded by landscaped greenery, small trees, and flower beds under a partly cloudy sky.

$1,850+/unit

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The Armory Apartments

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A modern three-story apartment building with wood accents and balconies, The Block Boulder features large numbers 1005 displayed vertically on the front and a sign that reads the BLOCK. The sky is clear and blue.

$439+/unit

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The Block

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The Magwood Apartments Boulder is a white two-story building with a covered entrance, surrounded by trees and greenery. A silver pickup truck and a gray sedan are parked in front of this inviting residence on a sunny day.

$2,386+/unit

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The Magwood Apartments

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Modern, angular building with colorful vertical windows at sunset, next to a brick building. In the foreground, a black sign reads The Province Boulder Boulder Student Living on a grassy lawn.

$1,725+/person

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The Province Boulder

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A two-story apartment building with a dark exterior at Timber Ridge Apartment Homes Boulder, surrounded by leafless trees and a rock garden. A sidewalk leads to the entrance, with a stone sign marked "K" near the walkway.

$1,375+/unit

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Timber Ridge Apartment Homes

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Modern apartment complex courtyard at Two Nine North Boulder featuring a swimming pool, lounge chairs, patio tables with umbrellas, and secure fencing. Multi-story buildings with balconies surround the inviting pool area.

$2,229+/unit

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Two Nine North

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About Off-Campus Housing Near Naropa University

Naropa University is a small, contemplative liberal arts university located in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 1974 by Tibetan Buddhist teacher Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche. With an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students, Naropa offers undergraduate and graduate programs rooted in mindfulness, social engagement, and creative inquiry, with strengths in the arts, environmental studies, peace studies, and transpersonal psychology. The campus occupies a central Boulder location on Arapahoe Avenue, placing students within walking distance of the Pearl Street Mall and the broader downtown area. Naropa's academic culture emphasizes contemplative practice alongside traditional coursework, attracting students drawn to integrative and experiential learning. Boulder's high cost of living and competitive rental market are significant considerations for prospective students, and most find housing off campus in the city's diverse neighborhoods.

Naropa University Housing Requirements

Freshman Live-On Requirement

Naropa University does not enforce a blanket freshman live-on requirement. The university operates in a competitive Boulder rental market and encourages new students to explore all available housing options, both on and near campus, based on their personal circumstances.

Off-Campus Eligibility

All Naropa students are eligible to live off campus, and the majority do so throughout their time at the university. Boulder's rental market is expensive and competitive, so students are encouraged to begin their housing search well before the semester starts to find options that fit their budgets.

Lease Timing

Boulder leases move quickly and students should begin searching by December or January for fall enrollment. The city's tight rental market means that the best apartments near Naropa's Arapahoe Avenue campus are often leased five to six months before the start of the academic year.

Housing policies change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with Naropa University before signing a lease.

When to Start Looking for Housing Near Naropa University

Early Searchers

Students who start their Boulder housing search in November or December have the best chance of securing an affordable unit near Naropa's campus on Arapahoe Avenue. Boulder's rental market is among the most competitive in Colorado, and early movers gain access to the full inventory before university students and young professionals claim the best listings. Starting early also allows time to negotiate lease terms and compare options across different Boulder neighborhoods.

Peak Demand Window

The peak demand period for Boulder rentals runs from January through March, driven heavily by University of Colorado students as well as Naropa and other college renters. During this window, one-bedroom apartments near downtown Boulder and the Hill neighborhood can be leased within days of listing. Naropa students competing in this market should have their finances, references, and co-signer information ready to submit applications immediately.

Last-Minute Options

Students searching for housing in May or June will find a significantly tighter market near Naropa's campus. Some options do become available as current tenants graduate or relocate, but rents at this stage are less negotiable and desirable units go fast. Expanding the search radius to East Boulder or North Boulder and being open to a shorter initial lease can improve the chances of finding something workable.

Neighborhoods Near Naropa University

Downtown Boulder / Pearl Street

The heart of Boulder, within walking distance of Naropa's main campus on Arapahoe Avenue. Apartments here command premium rents but offer unmatched walkability to classes, cafes, and the Pearl Street Mall.

The Hill

The traditional college neighborhood just south of the University of Colorado campus, about a mile from Naropa. The Hill has the densest concentration of student-oriented apartments and tends to have more affordable rents than downtown.

Martin Acres

A residential neighborhood south of campus with a mix of houses and smaller apartment complexes. Martin Acres is popular with graduate students and older renters who want a quieter environment at slightly lower rents than central Boulder.

Goss-Grove

A compact neighborhood just east of downtown and very close to Naropa's campus. Goss-Grove is one of the more affordable central Boulder options and is favored by students who want to minimize commute time.

East Boulder

Farther from campus but significantly more affordable than central Boulder neighborhoods. East Boulder has newer apartment complexes with amenities and is accessible by Boulder's transit network, making it a practical option for budget-conscious Naropa students.

Frequently Asked Questions: Off-Campus Housing Near Naropa University

Common questions from students searching for housing.

Boulder is one of the more expensive rental markets in Colorado. One-bedroom apartments near Naropa's Arapahoe Avenue campus typically range from $1,600 to $2,400 per month. Shared housing, which is common among students, can bring individual costs down to $900 to $1,400 per person depending on the number of roommates and neighborhood.

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