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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 B Side in the Downtown Boise neighborhood priced from $1,195. Vanguard 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The B SideS3 BigStudio,1BA$1,195
Vanguard0x1AStudio,1BA$1,199
The Arbour1A1BR,1BA$1,203
Central Pointe1x1 AE Renovated1BR,1BA$1,225
Maples at North End: The Essence of AuthenMaples_1x1_480sqft1BR,1BA$1,225
CrosshatchCanopyStudio,1BA$1,240
Westridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,250
The FranklinStansbury (Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1,271
Deer Creek2x12BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, ID

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $1.35 price per square foot 8324 W Westchester Ave Model at 8324 W Westchester Ave, Unit Westchester in the in the West Bench neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at Carlsbad Crossing starting at $1,850 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Collister neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8324 W Westchester Ave, Unit Westchester8324 W Westchester Ave3BR,1BA$1.35
Carlsbad Crossing2x2.52BR,2.5BA$1.39
River Pointe ApartmentsThree Bedroom LG3BR,2BA$1.56
Deer Creek3x2 R3BR,2BA$1.43
The Lakes at Eagle2x2 DJ2BR,2BA$1.67
Northview Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1.61
The FranklinStansbury (Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.28
Quiet Country Living2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.59
River Street Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath sqft 8402BR,1BA$1.67
Curtis Junction Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.67

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Garden City, ID

Ranked #3

Among cities in Idaho for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Garden City, ID

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 B Side 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 $1,203 at The Arbour.

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 $1,271 at The Franklin.

What is the most affordable Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Garden City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deer Creek and starts from $1,600.

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