
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Foothills Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $500 (44 Rentals)
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3421 W Good St

310 Thatcher

1818 W Washington St

Jefferson West

Haven on State

Silver Bay Apartments

Highland Springs
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Edgewater Apartments

3010 W Madison Ave

830 W Ridenbaugh St

Four Points Retreat

3925 W Garnet St, Unit 3925

Arbor Crossing

3923 W Garnet St

Wylie Street Station
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Somerset Hills

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Magnolia Apartments

3474 W Gerrard St

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Hillcreek Apartments
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Camels Back Apartments

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Aria On The River

1612 N 30th St N

27th Street Crossing

1614 N 31st St

Davis Park Apartments
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Pleasanton

Catalpa Residences

3519 N Woody Ln

3950 Cambria Way

Whitewater Park

2110 Brittany Ln

The Boardwalk Apartments
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Central Foothills, Boise, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Foothills Studio Apartments | $1,638 | $1,195 | $2,090 |
| Central Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $1,230 | $3,503 |
| Central Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,095 | $5,420 |
| Central Foothills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,676 | $6,288 |
| Central Foothills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,586 | $5,960 | $7,213 |
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Cheapest Available Central Foothills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Foothills area of Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Springs priced from $1,445. Silver Bay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,616. Here are the most affordable Central Foothills apartments for rent in Boise, ID:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Springs | The Creekview | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Silver Bay Apartments | Baja | 1BR,1BA | $1,616 |
| Crosshatch Apartments | Alpine | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Edgewater Apartments | 2BR x 2BA Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,728 |
| The Boardwalk Apartments | Ruby | Studio,1BA | $1,730 |
| Whitewater Park | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Arbor Crossing | 3x2 B | 3BR,2BA | $1,875 |
| Copestone Apartments | Clearwater | 2BR,2BA | $2,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Foothills, ID
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Foothills area is the $4.18 price per square foot Emerald Model at The Boardwalk Apartments in the in the West Bench neighborhood starting from $4,740. The second greatest value Central Foothills apartment is the 2BR x 2BA Renovated Model at Edgewater Apartments starting at $1,728 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Bench neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Foothills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boardwalk Apartments | Emerald | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| Edgewater Apartments | 2BR x 2BA Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Copestone Apartments | Pioneer | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Arbor Crossing | 3x2 B | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Silver Bay Apartments | Baja | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Whitewater Park | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Crosshatch Apartments | Alpine | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Highland Springs | The Creekview | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Foothills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Foothills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Foothills is at The Boardwalk Apartments listed at $1,730.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Foothills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Foothills Apartment is $1,445 at Highland Springs.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Foothills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Foothills is starting from $1,490 at Highland Springs.
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