
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothills Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $500 (105 Rentals)
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The Riverside

The Franklin

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216 N Flume St

1105 1/2-S 1/2 S Longmont Ave

Ascent BoDo
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1625 W Hays St, Unit Hay's St Studio

1697 S Federal Way

4091 Libby Ln

4954 W Station Ln

2301 W Regan Ave

4143 Libby Ln

954 E Krall St

Ascent East End
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1953-1953 S Owyhee St

Jules on 3rd

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609 N 29th St

503 N 27th St
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Foothills, Boise, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothills Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $1,119 | $2,549 |
| Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,045 | $3,550 |
| Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,195 | $6,320 |
| Foothills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $599 | $9,075 |
| Foothills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $899 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 105 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Foothills Neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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Cheapest Available Foothills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Foothills area of Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Phillippi Plaza priced from $1,099. Iconic Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,119. Here are the most affordable Foothills apartments for rent in Boise, ID:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillippi Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Iconic Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
| The B Side | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Willows | 1x1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Vanguard | 0x1D | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Ascent BoDo | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 310 Thatcher | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 470 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Aria On The River | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothills, ID
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foothills area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3x3C Model at Ash & River in the in the Downtown Boise neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Foothills apartment is the 2E - Two Bedroom Model at Arboretum at Barber Station starting at $2,070 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Southeast Boise neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foothills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash & River | 3x3C | 3BR,3BA | $1.70 |
| Arboretum at Barber Station | 2E - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes | Manchester | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| Logger Creek at Parkcenter | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| The Arbour | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The 208 | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Davis Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Talavera | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Jefferson West | 2 Bed 1 Bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFoothills, Boise, ID
Ranked #6
Among cities in Idaho for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Boise. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Foothills Neighborhood in Boise, ID
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foothills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Foothills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Foothills is under $1,270.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Foothills?
The cheapest apartment in Foothills is Phillippi Plaza which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Foothills costs $2,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Foothills?
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 33 regular apartments in Foothills 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 Foothills?
Cheap apartments in Foothills have an average cost of $424 which is $1,856 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Foothills.
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