Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Boise, ID from $400 (31 Rentals)

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Palisades
Built in 20161 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palisades

6017-6033 W Opohonga StBoise, ID 83704
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The Vista Apartments
Built in 20151 Bedroom Apartments

The Vista Apartments

6637 W Colehaven DrBoise, ID 83704
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The Prospect
Built in 20221 Bedroom Apartments

The Prospect

8002 W Overland RdBoise, ID 83709
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Riverpointe Place
Built in 20171 Bedroom Apartments

Riverpointe Place

3724 S Eckert RdBoise, ID 83716
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Adare
Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Adare

2419 W Fairview AveBoise, ID 83702
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The Lucy
Built in 2021Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lucy

512 W Grove StBoise, ID 83702
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Trailwinds Apartments
Built in 20151 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Trailwinds Apartments

415 E 42nd StGarden City, ID 83714

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Parkway Apartments
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

405 E 42nd StGarden City, ID 83714
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Sawtooth Village
Built in 20152 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sawtooth Village

1530 W Ann Taylor StMeridian, ID 83646
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Central Park Commons
Built in 20191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Central Park Commons

303 W Pennwood StMeridian, ID 83642

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Getting Around Boise, ID

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boise Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Boise?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boise is under $1,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boise?

The cheapest apartment in Boise is Westridge Apartments which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Boise costs $3,134.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boise?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 271 regular apartments in Boise that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boise?

Cheap apartments in Boise have an average cost of $464 which is $2,670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boise.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Boise, ID

Written by: Bob Mallory

I'm Bob, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boise, Idaho. During my college years in eastern Oregon, Boise was a weekend getaway spot where we could party and enjoy world-class concerts.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.