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Idanha Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idanha Building

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

612 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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The 951
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The 951

951 E Front StBoise, ID 83712
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River Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Plaza

1249 W Grand AveBoise, ID 83702
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Morrison Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Morrison Park

1011-1189 Dale StBoise, ID 83706

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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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North End Lofts
Studio Apartments

North End Lofts

1522 W State StBoise, ID 83702
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The Martha
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Martha

1721 W Idaho StBoise, ID 83702
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Idaho Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idaho Building

280 N 8th StBoise, ID 83702
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Pleasanton
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasanton

2809-2815 W Pleasanton 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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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 $1,255. 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 apartments for rent in Boise, ID:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jefferson West1 Bed 1 Bath Medium1BR,1BA$1,255
The Lucy (Inactive)Studio with Ori 383 sqftStudio,1BA$1,358
Clearwater Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Hearth on BroadS1Studio,1BA$1,557
River Walk ApartmentsAffordable 1 Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$1,574
The Fowler ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,579
Vanguard2x1B2BR,1BA$1,815
Broadstone SaratogaFranklinStudio,1BA$1,822
ArthurS2Studio,1BA$1,995
Riverline2x2D2BR,2BA$2,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ID

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.30 price per square foot 2x2D Model at Riverline in the in the Downtown Boise neighborhood starting from $2,335. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Clearwater Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.86 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.
Riverline2x2D2BR,2BA$2.30
Clearwater Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.86
Vanguard2x1B2BR,1BA$2.69
The Fowler ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.57
River Walk ApartmentsAffordable 1 Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$2.61
ArthurA11BR,1BA$4.89
Broadstone SaratogaFranklinStudio ,1BA$3.68
Hearth on BroadS1Studio ,1BA$3.19
Jefferson West1 Bed 1 Bath Medium1BR,1BA$2.61
The Lucy (Inactive)Studio with Ori 371 sqftStudio ,1BA$4.16

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Boise, ID

Ranked #26

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

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4.0
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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 Lucy (Inactive) listed at $1,358.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,255 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 $1,550 at Clearwater Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.