
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Hillcrest, Boise, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $1,025 | $2,292 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $1,053 | $2,097 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $1,150 | $2,950 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $1,350 | $2,645 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Boise, ID is a Studio unit found at The Willows priced from $1,025. Kristin Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Boise, ID:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Sugar Pine | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Curtis Meadow | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Shannon South | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, ID
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.55 price per square foot 5BR/5BA - E1 Model at VERVE Boise in the in the Southeast Boise neighborhood starting from $814. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Partial Reno Model at Parkview Apartments starting at $2,139 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Boise neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| VERVE Boise | 5BR/5BA - E1 | 5BR,5BA | $0.55 |
| Parkview Apartments | Partial Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Curtis Meadow | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Jules on 3rd | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Shannon South | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Alderbury Cove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Springtree Apartments | 1x1_667sf | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Sugar Pine | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Willows | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $1,199 at Sugar Pine.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,195 at Kristin Park Apartments.
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