Average Rent in Boise, ID
Boise was one of the fastest-growing cities during the pandemic but rents are now declining as the market corrects. Outdoor recreation, tech jobs, and a relaxed lifestyle continue to attract transplants.
-2.5%YoY
Studio
$1,000
1-Bedroom
$1,250
2-Bedroom
$1,500
3-Bedroom
$1,850
Market Overview
Year-over-Year Change-2.5%
Vacancy Rate6.8%
Renter Population40%
Median Income$60,035/yr
Rent-to-Income Ratio25%
Cost of Living Index97 (US avg: 100)
Market Condition
Renter-Friendly
Market conditions favor renters. Good time to negotiate.
Tenant Protections
- Idaho landlord tenant manual governs
- No rent control statewide
- Security deposit return within 21-30 days
- 3-day notice for non-payment of rent
Rent by Neighborhood in Boise
Downtown Boise
Basque Block, Capitol, and 8th Street restaurants and nightlife.
Walk Score: 82Safety: 8/10
1-Bed
$1,450
2-Bed
$1,750
3-Bed
$2,150
North End
Historic homes, Hyde Park shops, and Camel's Back trailhead.
Walk Score: 65Safety: 8/10
1-Bed
$1,350
2-Bed
$1,650
3-Bed
$2,000
Bench
Elevated area with city views and more affordable options.
Walk Score: 40Safety: 7/10
1-Bed
$1,100
2-Bed
$1,350
3-Bed
$1,650
Southeast Boise
Near Boise River greenbelt with parks and family neighborhoods.
Walk Score: 30Safety: 8/10
1-Bed
$1,200
2-Bed
$1,450
3-Bed
$1,800
Tips for Renting in Boise
- 1Rents are dropping significantly - negotiate aggressively
- 2Boise River greenbelt is 25 miles of biking and running trails
- 3Bogus Basin ski area is 30 minutes from downtown
- 4No state rent control but market forces are in renters favor right now
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