Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Section Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $800 (22 Rentals)

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Village Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Apartments

3870-3882 W Custer DrBoise, ID 83705
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Juniper West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper West

5140 Blazer LnBoise, ID 83705
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Oak Park Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Village

2888 Cherry LnBoise, ID 83705
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Curtis Meadow
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Curtis Meadow

1713 S Curtis RdBoise, ID 83705

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Southwest Section, Boise, ID Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Section Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Section area of Boise, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at The Prospect priced from $1,045. Kristin Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Southwest Section apartments for rent in Boise, ID:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ProspectUrban 1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,045
Kristin Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195
Mount Vernon2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1,347
Curtis MeadowB22BR,1BA$1,350
Curtis Junction Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Section, ID

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Section area is the $1.52 price per square foot Ponderosa Model at Retreat at Union Square in the in the Southwest Boise neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Southwest Section apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Harper Ridge starting at $1,594 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southwest Boise neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Section apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Retreat at Union SquarePonderosa3BR,2BA$1.52
Harper RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.51
Curtis MeadowB22BR,1.5BA$1.42
Kristin Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Shannon South2x12BR,1BA$1.63
Talavera2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.81
Mount Vernon2x1.5 Renovated TH2BR,1.5BA$1.82
Easton Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Movado Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath Single Story1BR,1BA$1.96
Silver Ridge1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Section, Boise, ID

Ranked #19

Among cities in Idaho for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Idaho including Southwest Section, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Section Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Section Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Section Apartment is $1,045 at The Prospect.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Section is starting from $1,195 at Kristin Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Southwest Section Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Section Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Retreat at Union Square and starts from $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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