
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $600 (8 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 | $1,635 | $1,275 | $2,230 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,000 | $2,050 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,095 | $7,660 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,325 | $2,640 |
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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. Curtis Junction Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Boise, ID:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Curtis Junction Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Phillippi Plaza | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, ID
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath-Renovated Model at Parkview Apartments in the in the Downtown Boise neighborhood starting from $2,265. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 6658 W Clinton Ln Model at 6658 W Clinton Ln, Unit #202 starting at $1,475 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the West Bench 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 6658 W Clinton Ln, Unit #202 | 6658 W Clinton Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The 208 | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Franklin | Eby (Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Betty | The Betty_2x2_950sf_B1/B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Curtis Meadow | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Shannon South | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Alderbury Cove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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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 $1,392.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Curtis Junction Apartments which is listed at $1,245, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,952.
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 1 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 $446 which is $1,506 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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