Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $400 (26 Rentals)

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Kensington Apartments
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$1,692 - $6,738
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$1,692 - $6,738

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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Kensington Apartments

7570 W State StBoise, ID 83714
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Shannon Glen
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Shannon Glen

10140 W Charlie LnBoise, ID 83714
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Summerwinds Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwinds Townhomes

7327 N Lucy Rose LnBoise, ID 83714
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The Lakes at Eagle
$1,612 - $3,886
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The Lakes at Eagle

2411 E Riverside DrEagle, ID 83616
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Northwest, Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Sleepy Hollow Apartments priced from $1,450. Legacy at 50th Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Boise, ID:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sleepy Hollow Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,2BA$1,450
Legacy at 50th Street Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,525
Silver Bay ApartmentsBaja1BR,1BA$1,646
Northview Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1,675
River Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,703
The Edge at State | Apartments & TownhomesStar Garnet2BR,2BA$1,795
Kensington ApartmentsBellota Select2BR,1BA$1,798
The Lakes at Eagle2x2 C2BR,2BA$1,863
Arbor Crossing3x2 B3BR,2BA$1,950
Edgewater Apartments2BR x 2BA Renovated2BR,2BA$1,981

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, ID

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.59 price per square foot Rowhome Model at Tauri in the in the West Bench neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the Star Garnet Model at The Edge at State | Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,795 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Collister neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
TauriRowhome3BR,2.5BA$1.59
The Edge at State | Apartments & TownhomesStar Garnet2BR,2.5BA$1.52
The Lakes at Eagle2x2 C2BR,2BA$1.63
Edgewater Apartments2BR x 2BA Renovated2BR,2BA$1.89
Northview Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1.64
Arbor Crossing3x2 B3BR,2BA$2.05
Kensington ApartmentsBellota Select2BR,1BA$1.95
Silver Bay ApartmentsBaja1BR,1BA$1.87
Sleepy Hollow Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,2BA$1.81
Legacy at 50th Street Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath -Extended Stay Furnished1BR,1BA$2.15

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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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Northwest, Boise, ID

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Apartment is $1,450 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest is starting from $1,525 at Legacy at 50th Street Apartments.

What is the most affordable Northwest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sleepy Hollow Apartments and starts from $1,750.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.