
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa, ID from $500 (42 Rentals)
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718 N 10th St

Creekside Apartments

Riverstone Place Apartments

2585 Lilly Dr

Silver Leaf Apartments

Cedar Wood Estates I & II

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The Empire
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Riverview Collection

Fairwood

The Landing at Palouse Hills

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Furnished Housing Moscow

Timber Place by the Lake - Fully Renovated

849 N 4th St

The Landing at Clearwater

The Lucille
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Trails End Apartments

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Bo Apartments

The Landmark

Fairway Meadows

Centennial Pines

The Lake

Residence at Mill River

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River's Edge Apartments
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Styner Apartments

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The Queen Aprtments

The Meadows On Lauder

520 NE Maple St

1190 N Mountain View Rd

2848 N Julie Ann Ct

The Crimson Meadows
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The Mill

1120 N 6th St

111 Homestead Ave

14407 E Elder Rd

104 Main St

Baker Square Apartments

1000 NE Creston Ln

241 N Lieuallen St
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Trail Lodge

Midtown Centre Apartments
Santa, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Studio Apartments | $1,316 | $1,045 | $2,002 |
| Santa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $800 | $3,075 |
| Santa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $537 | $4,250 |
| Santa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $659 | $2,995 |
| Santa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $842 | $535 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa, ID is a 2 Beds unit found at NORTHWOOD MANOR priced from $573. 718 N 10th St in the Riverstone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWOOD MANOR | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $573 |
| 718 N 10th St | Rent by Room | 5BR,2BA | $750 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 2585 Lilly Dr | Rent by Room | 6BR,3BA | $950 |
| The Empire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Riverstone Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Crimson Meadows | 2bd/1bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Landing at Palouse Hills | 2 Beds | 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Furnished Housing Moscow | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 849 N 4th St | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa, ID and Nearby
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa area is the $0.30 price per square foot Rent by Room Model at 2585 Lilly Dr in the in the Downtown CDA neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Santa apartment is the Rent by Room Model at 718 N 10th St starting at $750 with a $0.40 price per square foot in the Riverstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2585 Lilly Dr | Rent by Room | 6BR,3BA | $0.30 |
| 718 N 10th St | Rent by Room | 5BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| Birkdale Commons | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Creekside Apartments | 3 Bedroom FMV | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| The Landing at Palouse Hills | 2 Beds | 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Riverstone Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Riverview Collection | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| NORTHWOOD MANOR | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| The Crimson Meadows | 2bd/1bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Republic on Main | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa is at The Empire listed at $1,045.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Apartment is $800 at Creekside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa is starting from $573 at NORTHWOOD MANOR.
What is the most affordable Santa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at NORTHWOOD MANOR and starts from $617.
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