Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $500 (10 Rentals)

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Latah Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Latah Village

3905 Alpine StBoise, ID 83705
  • Utilities Included

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Village Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Apartments

3870-3882 W Custer DrBoise, ID 83705
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Phillippi Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Phillippi Plaza

5453 W Franklin RdBoise, ID 83705

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Hillcrest, Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Boise, ID is a 2 Beds unit found at Kristin Park Apartments priced from $1,195. Benchmark Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Boise, ID:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kristin Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195
Benchmark Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,225
Mount Vernon2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1,347

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, ID

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3B Model at The Arbour in the in the West Bench neighborhood starting from $1,669. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 4x2 Model at The 208 starting at $595 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the Southeast Boise neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Arbour3B3BR,2BA$1.53
The 2084x24BR,2BA$0.56
The FranklinRichardson (Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.40
Encore Skyline2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.89
Curtis MeadowB22BR,1.5BA$1.42
Kristin Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Shannon South2x12BR,1BA$1.63
Talavera2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.81
Mount Vernon2x1.5 Renovated TH2BR,1.5BA$1.82
Benchmark Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Boise, ID

Ranked #22

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hillcrest, 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 rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in Boise, ID

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $1,499.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?

The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Benchmark Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,672.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?

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 2 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?

Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $319 which is $1,353 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.