Find My Place AwardBest Overall · 2026
The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Boise State (September 2026)
Boise State University·Boise, ID·Updated Monthly
By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed September 1, 2026
52 properties reviewed
259+ reviews analyzed
updated September 2026
independent·no pay-to-rank
the short answer
The 208 leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Boise State with a 2.3/5 FMP Score, followed by LOCAL Boise and Liberty Lake Apartments. Across the 52 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Boise State University for every option.
- winnerThe 208
- FMP Score range2.3–5.0 / 5
- avg walk37 min to campus
- rent range$649–$2185 /person
the ranking
The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Boise State
Sorted by FMP Score from verified Boise State reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current Boise State reviews only.
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: LOCAL Boise stands out as the overall best near Boise State because it delivers luxury living with genuine community care in a prime downtown location. Students rave about the brand-new building with top-tier amenities, the responsive and communicative management team, and the stunning seventh-floor sky deck that's perfect for everything from studying to celebrating. As one resident put it, "The team at the LOCAL has been incredible to work with they're very communicative and are always happy to help if something comes up." Being just a half mile from campus and surrounded by dining, shopping, and entertainment makes it the full package.
13 min walk to Boise State$899/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Liberty Lake Apartments earns its ranking through exceptional staff who genuinely know and care about residents as people, not just rent checks. The community facilities are beautiful and thoughtfully designed, maintenance responds quickly to requests, and the team especially Jovanna goes above and beyond to make the leasing and living experience smooth and stress-free. As one resident shared, "The staff is extremely friendly, inviting, knowledgeable, and most importantly they don't treat you like just a rent check, but as an individual." With a solid gym, seasonal pool, and regular community events, it's a place where you actually feel at home.
80 min walk to Boise State
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: UNCOMMON BOISE wins hearts with genuinely caring staff, superior amenities, and an unbeatable location just six minutes from campus right next to the greenbelt. Residents consistently praise how clean and quiet the property is compared to nearby competitors, and the property manager's friendly, go-the-extra-mile approach creates a real sense of community where friendships actually happen. As one first-time renter put it, "The people who work here genuinely care, and it shows." The sky deck views and well-maintained fitness center seal the deal for students who want both comfort and connection.
20 min walk to Boise State$649/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Morrison Park Apartments stands out for its rare combination of genuinely warm, family-like staff and an ideal location steps from Boise State, Ann Morrison Park, and downtown's best restaurants and breweries. Residents consistently highlight how Amber and the team treat you like family from day one, handle maintenance requests promptly, and create an atmosphere of real hospitality that's uncommon in student housing. As one resident reflected, "They greeted me with a fresh cup of coffee, a warm smile, and the kind of friendliness that instantly made me feel at home." For five years and counting, people choose to stay here that says everything.
21 min walk to Boise State$1180/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Encore Skyline stands out for overall excellence near Boise State because of a management team that genuinely cares and delivers results. Residents consistently praise Cody and Danielle for being responsive, professional, and willing to go above and beyond whether it's fixing an electronic lock in five minutes or handling appliance problems with kindness and efficiency. The team has earned real loyalty: one resident noted that "the change is very noticeable" after the new management took over, and another called them "the best apartment management duo I have ever had the pleasure of meeting." Combined with spacious, nice apartments, Encore delivers the kind of stress-free living experience that keeps people coming back.
35 min walk to Boise State$770/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Logger Creek at Parkcenter earns its rank by building a genuinely welcoming community where the staff Walter, Matt, and Daniel treat residents like they matter. Students and long-term residents alike praise the team's professionalism, their commitment to keeping the property clean and well-maintained, and their willingness to fix issues immediately. As one resident put it, the staff is "incredibly welcoming, kind, and helpful," and another noted that the team "consistently go above and beyond to ensure the property is not only well-maintained but also welcoming and comfortable for every resident." The location near the Boise River doesn't hurt either.
26 min walk to Boise State$895/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Shaw Mountain impresses with a top-tier location sandwiched between downtown and the foothills, plus a management team in Danielle and Logan that actually listens and responds. Residents highlight quick maintenance turnarounds, responsive property management, and a genuinely friendly staff one person even left their first-ever apartment review here. When a resident submitted a maintenance request for overgrown weeds, the team cut them down within the week, and Logan's willingness to answer the emergency line on a Friday night shows the kind of accessibility that matters. The apartments themselves are attractive and spacious, making Shaw Mountain a solid choice for students who want location and care.
32 min walk to Boise State$1395/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: River Street delivers on the fundamentals that matter most to Boise State students: proximity to campus and downtown, spacious units, and a team that actually shows up. Residents consistently praise Crystal and Erika for being rockstars who respond quickly to questions and maintenance issues, and the property management as a whole earns trust through clear communication and efficiency. As one resident summed it up, "the team is always so quick to respond to any questions or concerns you may have, and maintenance is always there to help quickly and efficiently." With easy rent payment, plenty of walking routes around downtown, and genuine leadership from the top, River Street keeps things simple and solid.
24 min walk to Boise State
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: Canyon Ridge Apartments stands out for its combination of genuinely modern spaces and staff who actually care about making your move smooth. Students rave about Holly and Sierra's hospitality they're not just processing paperwork, they're going the extra mile to make you feel welcome. The apartments themselves deliver on the promise: brand new finishes, a well-maintained pool and gym, and recreational areas that feel thoughtfully designed. As one resident put it, the leasing team "has redefined what a friendly and professional staff should be." Whether you're moving in temporarily or signing a long-term lease, you'll feel the difference.
93 min walk to Boise State$782/person/mo
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: 27th Street Crossing nails the balance between location and genuine community care. Sitting in Boise's West End, you're minutes from the freeway and surrounded by the neighborhood's best new spots, but what really sets it apart is how management treats you like a person, not a lease number. Molly and the team respond immediately to issues, handle deposits fairly, and even furnish units with thoughtful touches like laundry detergent and dish soap already stocked. As one resident summed it up, "Truly, I have never been more satisfied moving into an apartment or house." You get both the location and the people who make you feel at home.
55 min walk to Boise State
5.0(5 reviews)FMP Scorewhy it ranked: The Lucy delivers downtown living with real community, thanks in large part to a manager who genuinely invests in residents' experience. Rosalind hosts resident events that actually bring people together, and the maintenance team backs up promises with 24-hour turnaround on requests. The studio units are clever that ORI furniture fixture transforms your bedroom into a full living room and the location is unbeatable: two restaurants in the lobby, a short walk to Trader Joe's, and views of the Capitol and foothills. As one resident noted, "This is seriously the best location in the downtown Boise" with a manager who "truly goes above and beyond." You're not just renting a unit; you're joining a community that actually feels like home.
20 min walk to Boise State$1589/person/mo
The Full Ranking, One Table
Click any column to sort. The rank stays with the property.| 1 | The 208 | 2.3/5 | 7 | 20 min | $675/mo |
| 2 | LOCAL Boise | 5.0/5 | 5 | 13 min | $899/mo |
| 3 | Liberty Lake Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 80 min | – |
| 4 | UNCOMMON BOISE | 5.0/5 | 5 | 20 min | $649/mo |
| 5 | Morrison Park Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 21 min | $1180/mo |
| 6 | Encore Skyline Luxury Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 35 min | $770/mo |
| 7 | Logger Creek at Parkcenter Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 26 min | $895/mo |
| 8 | Shaw Mountain Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 32 min | $1395/mo |
| 9 | River Street | 5.0/5 | 5 | 24 min | – |
| 10 | Canyon Ridge Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | 93 min | $782/mo |
| 11 | 27th Street Crossing | 5.0/5 | 5 | 55 min | – |
| 12 | The Lucy | 5.0/5 | 5 | 20 min | $1589/mo |
Walk times are door-to-door to Boise State campus. Rent is per person, per month.
FMP award criteria
How We Ranked These Apartments
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Ranked by the FMP Score
FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.
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Who Makes the List
Every property near Boise State can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.
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How We Calculate the FMP Score
The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.
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What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near Boise State
We ran every verified overall review for Boise State-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.
friendly helpful management
7%
responsive maintenance staff
7%
aging buildings need repairs
6%
Based on AI analysis of verified Boise State overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete Boise State review data →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best overall student apartment near Boise State?
The 208 leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Boise State with a 2.3/5 FMP Score, followed by LOCAL Boise and Liberty Lake Apartments.
How is this ranking calculated?
This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.
What makes an apartment the best overall?
The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.
How often is this ranking updated?
Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.
How many reviews does a property need to be included?
There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.
Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?
It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.
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