
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Downtown Neighborhood of Boise, ID from $1,095 (68 Rentals)


The Riverside

The Franklin Apartments

Phillippi Plaza

The Willows

Ascent BoDo

Laurel Park

310 Thatcher

178 W Colby Ln

Jefferson West
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Cambridge Dorchester

The B Side

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Highland Springs

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Vanguard

Huntington

Wylie Street Station
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317 E Bannock St

Latah Village

Washington Apartments

214 W Bannock St

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Bannock Apartments

The Arbour

Hillcreek Apartments
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1405 N 11th St

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Thomas Logan Apartments

Aria On The River

River Plaza

Morrison Park

Parklane Apartments

Villa Montagna

Idanha Building
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West Downtown, Boise, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,627 | $1,019 | $2,311 |
West Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $1,095 | $3,683 |
| West Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,669 | $1,195 | $8,353 |
| West Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $605 | $9,482 |
| West Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $1,235 | $7,636 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Downtown, Boise, ID
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Downtown is at The Willows listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Apartment is $1,175 at The Willows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Downtown is starting from $1,175 at The Willows.
What is the most affordable West Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willows and starts from $1,175.
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