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528 W Grove St

BoiseID83702

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2463 N Maxie Way

MeridianID83646

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Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boise, ID

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Boise, ID area range in price from $599 to $17,190 with an overall median price of $5,138. The three Boise neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Winstead Park at $1,099, Crane Creek at $1,235, and Collister at $1,282. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boise Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Winstead Park$1,655$1,09923
Crane Creek$1,695$1,2356
Collister$1,779$1,28217
Harrison Blvd$1,860$97510
Ten Mile Creek$1,905$1,4504
South Boise Village$1,950$59993
Sunrise Rim$1,950$59967
Central Foothills$2,000$1,095124
East End$2,000$59943
Warm Springs Estates$2,000$59997

Cheapest Available Boise Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Mallard Pointe in the West Bench neighborhood priced from $1,003. The Willows in the West Bench neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boise apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mallard Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,003
The WillowsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
The B SideS9Studio,1BA$1,145
Curtis MeadowA11BR,1BA$1,200
Phillippi Plaza1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$1,225
310 Thatcher1 Bedroom 1 Bath 470 sqft1BR,1BA$1,235
WaterWalk Boise – Meridian1bd 1ba1BR,1BA$1,250
CrosshatchCanopyStudio,1BA$1,255
Benchmark Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boise, ID

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boise area is the $1.30 price per square foot 3BD x 3.5BA Model at Verraso Village in the in the West Cloverdale neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Boise apartment is the Townhome - 3x2.5 Model at Viera at Pinnacle starting at $2,360 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Southwest Meridian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boise apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Verraso Village3BD x 3.5BA3BR,3.5BA$1.30
Viera at PinnacleTownhome - 3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.39
Olivia Apartments2x2.5 TH2BR,2.5BA$1.59
High Point on OverlandSelkirk- Top2BR,2BA$1.55
The Lodge at Maple Grove2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.52
Northview Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1.61
Deer Creek2x12BR,1BA$1.47
Shannon South2x12BR,1BA$1.63
Quiet Country Living2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.59
Boulder Creek2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boise

What type of rentals are currently available in Boise?

There are currently 963 Apartments for Rent in Boise, ID with pricing that ranges from $599 to $17,190. There are also 298 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boise ranging from $875 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Boise?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boise ranges from $875 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,547.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Boise?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boise range from $599 to $9,075, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,426 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $899.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Boise, ID

Written by: Bob Mallory

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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