
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boise Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $600 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Boise area of Boise.


The B Side

Ascent BoDo

The Owyhee Apartments

Vanguard
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15 S Mike St

Idanha Building

Washington Apartments

Warm Springs Apartments

Barcelona Apartments

214 W Bannock St
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Franklin Apartments

111 S 4th St

Marks House Apartments

Thomas Logan Apartments

Adare

Allen Apartments
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Grove Street Apartments

Bannock Apartments

Parklane Apartments

State Street Apartments

River Plaza

Morrison Park
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The Lucy (Inactive)

River Street Apartments
Downtown Boise, Boise, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Boise?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Boise Studio Apartments | $1,572 | $1,215 | $2,331 |
| Downtown Boise 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,095 | $3,526 |
| Downtown Boise 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $1,395 | $6,620 |
| Downtown Boise 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,493 | $2,601 | $9,482 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Boise Neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Boise Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Boise area of Boise, ID is a Studio unit found at The Gem priced from $1,245. The Lucy (Inactive) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,358. Here are the most affordable Downtown Boise apartments for rent in Boise, ID:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gem | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| The Lucy (Inactive) | Studio with Ori 383 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,358 |
| Broadstone Saratoga | Franklin | Studio,1BA | $1,612 |
| Riverline | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Fowler Apartments | 1BR x 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,719 |
| Whitewater Park | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,896 |
| The Watercooler Apartments | 2BD x 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,960 |
| Arthur | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Hearth on Broad | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,521 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boise, ID
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boise area is the $2.78 price per square foot B2 Model at Hearth on Broad in the in the Southeast Boise neighborhood starting from $2,521. The second greatest value Downtown Boise apartment is the One Bedroom, One Bath Model at Whitewater Park starting at $1,896 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Veterans Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Boise apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearth on Broad | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Whitewater Park | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| The Watercooler Apartments | 2BD x 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| The Fowler Apartments | 1BR x 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Riverline | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Broadstone Saratoga | Patterson | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Arthur | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
| The Lucy (Inactive) | Studio with Ori 371 sqft | Studio ,1BA | $4.16 |
| The Gem | Studio ADA | Studio ,1BA | $4.40 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Downtown Boise, Boise, and the greater Boise area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Boise Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Boise?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Boise is at The Gem listed at $1,245.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Boise Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Boise Apartment is $1,380 at The Lucy (Inactive).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Boise Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boise is starting from $1,960 at The Watercooler Apartments.
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