Rental Housing

The City of Boise’s Rental Housing program offers a variety of apartments and single-family homes conveniently located along transportation corridors and activity centers around Boise.

Waitlist is Closed

The waitlist is currently closed. At this time, we do not know when it will be open again.

If you are already on the City of Boise’s Rental Housing waitlist, you may use this form to update your contact information and/or to inquire about your placement on the waitlist.

Rental Housing Waitlist

Important Things to Do After Receiving Placement on the Waiting List

Stay on the List

  • If you didn't receive an email confirming your pre-application submittal, please let us know.
  • Please use this form to update your contact information and/or to inquire about your placement on the waitlist. If you're unable to access the form, please contact our office at (208) 570-6830.
  • Be sure to check your mailbox, and call from time to time to check your position on the waiting list

Gather Documents

  • Have your Driver’s License/State ID, Social Security card, and wages or benefits statement from Social Security for all household members

Look for a Letter

  • When your application approaches the top of the waiting list, you will receive a letter informing you to contact our office to schedule a certification appointment.

Financial Resources

  • A security deposit and first month's rent may be required.

City of Boise Rental Payments

In-Person Payments

Boise City Hall
150 N. Capitol Blvd.
2nd Floor

  • Available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except holidays.
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Over the Phone

Call 208.570.6840 to pay with a debit or credit card.

  • Available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except holidays.
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Dropbox

Drop your personal check or money order securely 24-hours a day:

City Hall Main Entry
150 N. Capitol Blvd.
Boise, ID 83701-0500

  • Checks must be made to the order of “City of Boise HCD.”
  • Include Last Name, Street Address, and Unit Number on payment memo.
  • All payments should be in a sealed envelope labeled “Rental Housing.”
  • Be sure to drop your payment well in advance to ensure it arrives before the late fee is assessed on the 10th of the month.
By Mail

Send your payment to:

Housing and Community Development
P.O. Box 500
Boise, ID 83701-0500

  • Checks must be made to the order of “City of Boise HCD.”
  • Include Last Name, Street Address, and Unit Number” on payment memo.
  • Be sure to mail your payment well in advance to ensure it arrives before the late fee is assessed on the 10th of the month.
  • If you require a receipt emailed or printed and mailed to you, please make your request in writing, and include with the check.

Reminders

Rent is paid in advance and is due on the first (1st) day of each month.

Rent becomes late if not paid by the end-of-business on the tenth (10th) day of each month. If the 10th falls on a weekend, then Rent becomes late if not paid by the end of the next business day.

Any Rent paid late is subject to a ten dollar ($10) late fee.

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Reasonable Accommodation

Make a request for reasonable accommodation to your rental unit.

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Boise City/Ada County Housing Authorities

If you are interested in information regarding Section 8 or you are a current tenant of BCACHA, please contact them directly.

BCAHCA.org

Housing Resources

  • Go to HousingIdaho.com or call 1-(877)-428-8844 for a directory of available housing in Idaho.
  • Go to HUD.gov Rental Assistance page for subsidized and affordable options.
  • Go to FindHelpIdaho.org for free and reduced-cost resources ranging from housing, transportation, food, healthcare, and more.
  • If you are experiencing a housing crisis, reach out to the Housing Crisis Hotline at 208-336-HOME (4663) for resources, information and support.

Document Translation

Any document on Housing and Community Development's website can be translated into other languages upon request.

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