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Central Rim blends great views with access to parks and downtown
Central Rim sits on a plateau known as the Boise Bench, offering sweeping views of Downtown Boise and the Foothills. Kathryn Albertson Park is just east of the community, and the Boise River Greenbelt has a spur trail in the neighborhood, making it easy to enjoy the city's greenery. With the Boise Connector nearby and other thoroughfares in the area, daily errands and major employers are just minutes away.
Interstate 194 — also called the Boise Connector — runs alongside Central Rim to the north.
Locals can take the family for a picnic at the scenic Boise Depot in the Boise Bench.
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What home styles, ages and prices you'll find in Central Rim
While it doesn’t have the early 20th-century homes of the North End or East End, Central Rim is still on the older side for Boise. “You’re going to find a lot of midcentury modern. It’s going to be probably a lot of homes from the ‘40s to the early ‘80s,” says Paul Heim, team lead at the New View Real Estate Team with Silvercreek Realty, who has over 20 years of experience. These midcentury homes are often ranch-style, with some cottages, Craftsman homes and unique designs as well. While mid-1900s properties are common, there are also some homes from the 2000s in the area. The greenery of the nearby parks extends into the neighborhood, with tall, leafy trees lining most of the streets. Homes on Houston Road are the most sought-after, featuring views of the city and mountains to the east. Most houses in Central Rim cost between the mid-$300,000s and upper $900,000s.
Some Craftsman and Prairie-style houses feature views in Central Rim's eastern section.
You can find rows of bungalows with modern touches in the neighborhood.
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Nature parks and trails offer plenty to do
Neighborhood parks give you a sense of wilderness just steps from your door. “Kathryn Albertson is more of a nature park, so it’s not set up for picnics and all that,” Heim says. “You walk through it, and everything is natural.” The 41-acre space features walking trails and is home to wildlife, including waterfowl, turtles, raccoons and beavers. Nearby, Ann Morrison Park is a more developed spot for a wide range of activities. Cricket, bocce, soccer and horseshoes are just some of the games you can play at this 153-acre park. It’s also a popular spot to end float trips on the river, with a ramp on the banks. Both parks are connected to the Boise River Greenbelt, a nearly 30-mile path for biking, walking or jogging along the water.
Central Rim has one of the most colorful entryways to the Boise River Greenbelt.
Kathryn Albertson Park features a pollinator meadow emphasizing the importance of bees.
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What kinds of options Boise schools offer students
The neighborhood is part of the Boise School District, and the highly rated Borah High School serves local students. Notable academic and extracurricular opportunities at the school include:
Advanced Placement courses in a wide range of subjects
Dual enrollment classes through local colleges like Boise State University
The Borah Band program, which has won several awards and competitions
Students can also attend magnet programs within the district or explore out-of-district transfers.
Jefferson Elementary serves neighborhood students.
Middle schoolers can attend South Junior High School.
The highly rated Borah High School serves the Central Rim neighborhood.
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Walkable access to the Greenbelt and nearby restaurants
The central location within Boise is a perk for homeowners looking for convenience. “There are some areas that are very walkable,” Heim says. “It’s easy to drop down into the Greenbelt.” Many people use the Greenbelt trail to walk or bike around the city, whether they’re heading downtown, to nearby parks or to restaurants that overlook the river in Garden City. Living in Central Rim also puts you within walking distance of popular restaurants on the Bench, like Wyld Chyld, The STIL and Luciano’s. Also within walking distance is Fred Meyer, about a mile south on Franklin Street.
How far locals commute to area employers
Whether you walk, bike or drive, Boise’s major employers are never far away. Here are the distances for some of the notable companies in the area:
St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center is just 1 mile west via Irving Street.
The many downtown employers are about 2 miles east via Americana Boulevard.
Micron Technology is roughly 9 miles away via Orchard Street and Interstate 84.
If your commute takes you further, the nearby Boise Connector leads to I-84, making it easy to hop on the freeway.
Catch the bus at Emerald street in Central Rim.
The Central Rim offers access to miles of biking and walking trails.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Central Rim Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Rim, Boise sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Rim, Boise over the last 12 months is $487,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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