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The Park Apartments
5700 W Marvin LnBoise, ID 83705
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $600 (13 Rentals)
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239 S Orchard StBoise, ID 83705
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807 S Phillippi StBoise, ID 83705
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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 | $1,498 | $1,312 | $2,249 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $1,020 | $2,060 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,095 | $6,835 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,325 | $2,642 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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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. Phillippi Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. 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 |
| Phillippi Plaza | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Arbour | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Talavera | 1x1 C | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, ID
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.59 price per square foot 4x2 Model at The 208 in the in the Southeast Boise neighborhood starting from $625. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Richardson (Income Restricted) Model at The Franklin starting at $1,392 with a $1.40 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 208 | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| The Franklin | Richardson (Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Betty | The Betty_2x2_950sf_B1/B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Curtis Meadow | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Kristin Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Shannon South | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Curtis Junction Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Sugar Pine | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| The Arbour | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Phillippi Plaza which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,595.
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 $418 which is $1,177 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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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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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!