
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Garden City, ID from $400 (130 Rentals)
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The Boardwalk Apartments

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Trailwinds Apartments

Parkway Apartments

Luka Apartments

5439 N Pierce Park Ln

2601 W Boise Ave

The Willows

661 S Curtis Rd
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3850 N Collister Dr

2722 N Retirement Ln

2102 N Liberty St

The Franklin Apartments

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Boulder Creek

Kristin Park Apartments

1408 N Raymond St

The B Side
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Ascent BoDo

Curtis Junction Apartments

6567 W Lucky Ln

178 W Colby Ln

Central Pointe

The Owyhee Apartments

The Aspen

Mount Vernon

Jefferson West

Cedar Square
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6030 W Port Pl

Vanguard

Haven on State

Phillippi Plaza

Legacy at 50th Street Apartments

Palisades

Cabot Cove

The Lillian

6244 W Corsair Ln

1205 N Hartman St
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Selkirk Apartments

6529 W Douglas St

1201 N Hartman St

214 N Avenger Ln

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Arbor Crossing

Fairview Crossing

Deer Creek

Alderbury Cove

The Edge at State | Apartments & Townhomes
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Garden City, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Garden City Studio Apartments | $1,660 | $1,050 | $2,311 |
| Cheap Garden City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $850 | $3,683 |
| Cheap Garden City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $1,195 | $6,620 |
| Cheap Garden City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,979 | $1,655 | $9,482 |
| Cheap Garden City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,027 | $2,215 | $7,848 |
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Cheapest Available Garden City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Garden City, ID is a Studio unit found at The Gem in the Veterans Park neighborhood priced from $1,195. The B Side in the Downtown Boise neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garden City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gem | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| The B Side | S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Central Pointe | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Jefferson West | 1 Bed 1 Bath Medium Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| Phillippi Plaza | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| Legacy at 50th Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Palisades | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Selkirk Apartments | Selkirk_1x1_685sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Watercooler Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, ID
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at Carlsbad Crossing in the in the Collister neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 2 BED / 1.5 BATH I TWO STORY I PRIVATE PATIO Model at The Theodore starting at $2,195 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Central Bench neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad Crossing | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Theodore | 2 BED / 1.5 BATH I TWO STORY I PRIVATE PATIO | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| The Edge at State | Apartments & Townhomes | Star Garnet | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Crosshatch Apartments | Rapids | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Palisades | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 419 S Garden St, Unit Basement | 419 S Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Deer Creek | 2x1 R | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Lillian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Light Renovation | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Quiet Country Living | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Davis Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Garden City Overview
Garden City ID is a town of 12,000 surrounded on three sides by the city of Boise. People who live in Garden City apartments enjoy the amenities of Boise as well as the small-town feel of Garden City itself. Garden City is situated in the beautiful Treasure Valley and offers the natural grandeur of Idaho with walking trails, parks and the Boise River. Though the town is just over four square miles, it hosts a thriving art scene, and it’s famous for its numerous craft breweries, wineries and cideries.
Why live in Garden City, ID?
If you love nature and the outdoors, this is a great place for you. In any Garden City apartment, you’re within a mile of the scenic, wooded Boise River. The Treasure Valley is a haven for all sorts of outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, boating, cycling and camping. The town is part of a metro area with the feel of being an oasis within it. You can enjoy all Boise has to offer, yet right within Garden City there are marketplaces, concerts, festivals and of course a great variety of places to eat, drink and meet people.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garden City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garden City is at The Gem listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment is $1,175 at The Willows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garden City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garden City is starting from $1,325 at Palisades.
What is the most affordable Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aria On The River and starts from $1,545.
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