What Makes These Neighborhoods in Boise Great

Summertime; grills are being fired up, lawn mowers are humming all over town and families are packing up their cars for trips to Wallyworld It’s the most fun time of year for many people. It’s also the perfect time to spend the extra long days checking out properties, reading, and listening to real estate podcasts! Boise summers are seriously the best. It’s light until 10:30pm, it’s sunny and 95 degrees every day. Whether you want to go mountain biking up 8th street, surfing at whitewater park, or water skiing at Lucky Peak, Boise is the best-kept summer spot in the United States. 

It’s just the icing on the cake that Boise is such a great place to invest. There are remarkable real estate opportunities, safe neighborhoods, and strong communities rich in local events. Some of the most desirable areas to invest in include the Bench, the North End, West Boise, and Downtown. Let’s look at some reasons why these areas are the best spots to invest in Boise.

Named for its sudden rise in elevation, The Boise Bench is home to a close-knit community of friends and families that love to enjoy the enthralling outdoor amenities that come with living in this funky corner of town. Located just south of downtown, this neighborhood is known for housing the famous Aquarium of Boise and the historic 1925 Boise Depot. Some of the things that people love about the bench are the diversity of the properties- it’s an excellent mix of unique and historical homes along with many pockets of restaurants, coffee shops, and local boutiques mixed in among the homes. It’s also got excellent access to downtown and BSU- there are a few bike and footpaths that snake off of the Boise River Greenbelt up to the bench, but only locals know where many of them are. Residents can enjoy the outstanding views of the downtown skyline and the Boise foothills, an abundance of family-friendly parks, and easy access to downtown Boise. 

This community brings the calm back to the city. While residents enjoy the peaceful aspects of their hometown, there is plenty to keep up with in West Boise. The Urban Air Adventure Park will have your heart racing, and don’t forget to check out the laid-back bars and restaurants like Sockeye Brewing for an end to a beautiful summer day. West Boise is really the heart of town- dozens of parks, public pools, and bike and footpaths are peppered in to every neighborhood. Families love this part of town because it’s geographically the center of the valley, so access is great, but the lots are larger, there are more parks and schools are all close by. For someone looking to have their own large yard and get a true feel for Boise life, West Boise is the place!

A polar opposite of the laid-back West Boise, downtown is the center of activity. A bustling location, Downtown Boise is home to the Boise Art Museum, the Grove, the Basque Market, the Boise Zoo, and practically everything else you could ever want to explore, eat, or drink. Boise is so much more than a sleepy oasis in the desert of SW Idaho- our downtown scene is legit- there are plenty of restaurants that will blow your mind , whether you are a wine snob or a street taco aficionado, Boise has exactly what you need. Insider tip- the best bakery in the Northwest is tucked into the edge of downtown- order the cherry pie scone and a cup of coffee. If it’s not the best treat you’ve ever had, we will PERSONALLY refund you!. Don’t let the busy downtown fool you, though. There are some exceptional real estate opportunities waiting for the right investor.

The city’s gateway to nature, architecture, and art – The North End is Boise’s most historic neighborhood. It is merely walking distance from downtown Boise and offers quick access to the Boise Foothills. With a plethora of biking and hiking trails , the Camel’s Back Park, and beautifully crafted residences, visitors and residents alike adore the North End. On weekends, you can find most locals in the Hyde Park district for a taste of culture, community, and artisan foods. This is the neighborhood where you can have a cup of coffee on your front porch and watch the entire town slowly pass by on Saturday morning, as everyone in the valley is making their way to the parks, foothills and grabbing a world-famous, fresh baked english muffin or breakfast sandwich at Certified. 

If you are looking to invest in prime real estate with extensive opportunities for passive income, consider these neighborhoods as excellent starting points. As always, contact us here at Boise Turnkey if you want to find the perfect investment without hassle or risk.