Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $600 (38 Rentals)

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Idanha Hotel
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idanha Hotel

928 W Main StBoise, ID 83702
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Warm Springs Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Warm Springs Apartments

247-255 E Warm Springs AveBoise, ID 83712
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Barcelona Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona Apartments

916 W Hays StBoise, ID 83702
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Allen Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Allen Apartments

304 W Bannock RdBoise, ID 83702
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214 W Bannock St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

214 W Bannock St

214 W Bannock StBoise, ID 83702
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Franklin Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Apartments

654 N 9th StBoise, ID 83702
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111 S 4th St
Studio Apartments

111 S 4th St

111 S 4th StBoise, ID 83702
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Adare
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Adare

2419 W Fairview AveBoise, ID 83702
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Morrison Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Morrison Park

1011-1189 Dale StBoise, ID 83706

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River Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Plaza

1249 W Grand AveBoise, ID 83702
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Spring Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Creek

685-695 E Holly StBoise, ID 83712
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Hearth on Broad
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hearth on Broad

406 S 4th StBoise, ID 83702
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The Lucy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lucy

512 W Grove StBoise, ID 83702
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27th Street Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

27th Street Crossing

901 N 27th StBoise, ID 83702
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Downtown, Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Jefferson West priced from $1,099. Ascent BoDo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Boise, ID:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jefferson West1 Bed 1 Bath Medium1BR,1BA$1,099
Ascent BoDo1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
The Fowler ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,221
LOCAL BoiseStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,224
Jules on 3rdM4Studio,1BA$1,225
310 Thatcher1 Bedroom 1 Bath 470 sqft1BR,1BA$1,235
Spring Creek1x1A1BR,1BA$1,299
Vanguard0x1BStudio,1BA$1,325
Hearth on BroadS1Studio,1BA$1,329
C.W. Moore Apartments1BD x 1BA Affordable1BR,1BA$1,370

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ID

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.90 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath-Renovated Model at Parkview Apartments in the in the Downtown Boise neighborhood starting from $2,465. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 4x2 Model at The 208 starting at $625 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Southeast Boise neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkview Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath-Renovated2BR,2BA$1.90
The 2084x24BR,2BA$0.59
The Watercooler Apartments2BD x 2BA2BR,2BA$2.21
Clearwater Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.86
C.W. Moore Apartments1BR x 1 BA Renovated1BR,1BA$2.20
The Owyhee Apartments1B1BR,1BA$2.31
Spring Creek1x1A1BR,1BA$1.97
River Walk Apartments1 Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$2.31
Ascent BoDo1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
Jefferson West1 Bed 1 Bath Medium1BR,1BA$2.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Boise, ID

Ranked #28

Among cities in Idaho for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at The Fowler Apartments listed at $1,221.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,099 at Jefferson West.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,400 at Jefferson West.

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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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.