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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boise, ID

Pricing Updated: 07/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Boise, ID area range in price from $605 to $24,084 with an overall median price of $7,165. The three Boise neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Borah at $1,095, Collister at $1,257, and Central Bench at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boise Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Borah$1,545$1,0958
Collister$2,171$1,2575
Central Bench$2,215$1,09523
Franklin Randolph$2,215$1,09544
Winstead Park$2,215$1,2629
West Downtown Boise$2,233$605219
Maple Grove Franklin$2,235$1,09524
Warm Springs Historic District$2,284$6056
Southeast Boise$2,440$6057
Southeast Section$2,440$6057

Cheapest Available Boise Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Kootenai Apartments in the Central Bench neighborhood priced from $1,095. Jefferson West in the Veterans Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boise apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kootenai Apartments#91BR,1BA$1,095
Jefferson West1 Bed 1 Bath Small Reno1BR,1BA$1,199
Phillippi Plaza1x11BR,1BA$1,224
The GemStudio BStudio,1BA$1,245
The Willows1x1 Loft L1BR,1BA$1,300
Central Pointe2x1 A2BR,1BA$1,350
The Lucy (Inactive)Studio with Ori 383 sqftStudio,1BA$1,358
Shannon South2x12BR,1BA$1,380
Clearwater Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,395
10077 W Rifleman St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boise, ID

As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boise area is the $1.30 price per square foot Unit Type B 1695 Sq. Ft. Model at Townhomes at Union Square in the in the Southwest Boise neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Boise apartment is the Signature 3 Bed | 2 Bath A Model at Dovetail starting at $2,069 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the West Cloverdale 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.
Townhomes at Union SquareUnit Type B 1695 Sq. Ft.3BR,2.5BA$1.30
DovetailSignature 3 Bed | 2 Bath A3BR,2BA$1.64
Heron Village3x23BR,2BA$1.54
Eagle River ApartmentsAlbatross3BR,2BA$1.53
Olivia Apartments2x2-22BR,2BA$1.66
Limelight VillageB1B - 2x22BR,2BA$1.69
The Clara ApartmentsB2.22BR,2BA$1.66
Shannon South2x12BR,1BA$1.55
10077 W Rifleman St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.62
The Willows1x1 Loft L1BR,1BA$1.67

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boise

What type of rentals are currently available in Boise?

There are currently 969 Apartments for Rent in Boise, ID with pricing that ranges from $605 to $20,827. There are also 229 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boise ranging from $795 to $8,000.

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 $795 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,310.

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 $605 to $9,482, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,215.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Boise, ID

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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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Boise's Best: 11 Neighborhoods for Off-Campus College Apartments in Boise, ID

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