Located just blocks away from downtown, Cedar Apartments offers 13 affordable apartment homes featuring spacious living areas with hard-wood floors throughout. This pet-friendly apartment community is in a great Boulder location within walking distance to the Pearl St. Mall, several bus lines, trails, coffee, restaurants, North Boulder Park, and several schools. Apartments are offered at rents below market rate as part of our Boulder Affordable Rentals. Income, student, and additional restrictions apply.
Income restricted
Cedar
1240 Cedar Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
What's special
Hard-wood floors
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Security
- Controlled Access
Unit Features
Appliances
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
Other
- Window Coverings
Policies
Parking
- Off Street Parking
Lease terms
- 12 months
Pet essentials
- DogsDogs are not allowed
- CatsCats are not allowed
Neighborhood: Old North Boulder
- Outdoor ActivitiesAmple parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.Hiking TrailsNearby trails offer adventure, exercise, and scenic escapes into nature.Biking TrailsSafe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.Arts SceneGalleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.
Zip code 80304 spans North Boulder’s foothill neighborhoods—Newlands, Wonderland Hills, Dakota Ridge, and the creative NoBo corridor—where mountain views, sunny days, and trailheads shape everyday life. Walk or bike to North Boulder Park, Wonderland Lake, and Mount Sanitas; catch the SKIP bus for a quick ride downtown. The NoBo Art District and the Holiday neighborhood (on a former drive-in site) add galleries, First Friday art walks, and a laid-back, eco-minded vibe. Daily conveniences are close: Ideal Market on Alpine, Lucky’s Market and Bakehouse, Amante and Moxie coffee, Bacco Trattoria, Proto’s Pizza, the North Boulder Recreation Center, and the Upslope Lee Hill taproom. Evenings are mellow with neighborhood patios and local breweries over late-night clubs. It’s popular with active professionals and families, and is notably pet friendly thanks to abundant green space. Recent Zillow market trends show the median asking rent in the mid-$2,000s, with most listings roughly $2,000–$4,000+ in recent months.
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Boulder
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Columbine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Casey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Boulder High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Cedar?
Cedar has a walk score of 87, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of Cedar?
Cedar has a transit score of 49, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Cedar?
The schools assigned to Cedar include Columbine Elementary School, Casey Middle School, and Boulder High School.
What neighborhood is Cedar in?
Cedar is in the Old North Boulder neighborhood in Boulder, CO.
What are Cedar's policies on pets?
Cats are not allowed. Dogs are not allowed.
Can I submit a Portable Tenant Screening Report when I apply?
Applicant has the right to provide Cedar with a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR), as defined in §38-12-902(2.5), Colorado Revised Statutes; and 2) if Applicant provides Cedar with a PTSR, Cedar is prohibited from: a) charging Applicant a rental application fee; or b) charging Applicant a fee for Cedar to access or use the PTSR. Cedar may limit acceptance of PTSRs to those that are not more than 30 days old. Confirm PTSR requirements directly with Cedar.
This is an income restricted propertyThis property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.
