Resting at the base of the Boise Foothills, Northwest Boise is one of the many picturesque neighborhoods of the Treasure Valley, acting as an entryway to the City of Trees. The neighborhood is lauded for its proximity to nature and Boise's most popular areas. "Everyone wants to live in the north end," says Bridget Crawford, a real estate professional with Keller Williams Boise Realty. "This is close to the north end for a lower price and is close to the foothills and the river." Northwest rests along the busy State Street, which goes right into the heart of downtown Boise. State Street handles most of the car traffic, so the homes in the neighborhood away from the street have a secluded and quiet feel.
State Street runs east from Northwest to downtown Boise.
Catch the bus on State Street and reach downtown Boise in minutes.
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Catch the Boise Hawks at Memorial Stadium
Golf enthusiasts head south of West State Street to The River Club, a country club with an 18-hole championship course, pickleball and tennis facilities, and fitness and swimming facilities. The country club offers full golf memberships and non-golf fitness memberships. Golfers looking to test their driver can head to Pierce Park Greens, a driving range off North Pierce Park Lane. Residents go to Memorial Stadium in nearby Garden City to watch the Boise Hawks, an independent baseball team of the Pioneer League. "Most people who move here do so for proximity to the amenities; I really like it for that," Crawford says.
Golfers will love the close proximity to several courses near Northwest.
Head over to the Eagle Tennis Club for some pickleball or Tennis.
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Mountain biking and hiking the Foothills
Northwest Boise has easy access to the Boise Greenbelt in nearby Garden City, where people can ride their bikes, walk or run for several miles. The neighborhood rests near the Boise Foothills, a prime location for hiking or mountain biking along the rolling hills and mountain range. Locals and their furry friends head over to Castle Hills Park to enjoy the two-acre dog park with off-leash areas, depending on the time of the day. The park includes sports courts, little league baseball fields and a playground with several structures for kids to play on. The Boise River is a short distance south of the neighborhood, where people like fishing, swimming and floating downstream on an innertube.
You can find plenty of room to roam at Castle Hills Park in Northwest.
Eagle bike park trails in the Northwest neighborhood.
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Craftsman and modern contemporary styles
Houses range in price from $420,000 for a craftsman-style, split-level home with an attached garage and fenced-in yard to around $630,000 for a modern, contemporary home in a cul-de-sac with a driveway and quick access to nearby amenities. There are also a handful of townhomes in the area, usually between $350,000 and $550,000. "The price point is big here, being close to the north end," Crawford says. "People will find more inventory at around $550,000 and under". Many homes were built in the 1990s and early 2000s and sell, on average, after 35 days on the market, compared to the national average of 42 days.
Rows of colorful two story homes frequent the neighborhood streets in the Northwest.
Two story homes with three car garages in the Northwest neighborhood.
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Cruise down State Street for restaurants and shops
Most of the shopping and dining in Northwest happens along West State Street, with some big-name retailers near the North Gary Lane intersection, such as Walmart and Albertsons. Start the morning at The Human Bean, a coffee stand drive-thru offering coffee, tea and smoothies. Madhuban Indian Cuisine offers traditional Indian dishes and offers vegetarian options. Head to Brixx Craft House for a casual hangout and grab a few drinks and traditional American cuisine. Locals can stop by WinCo Foods for discounted groceries, bulk foods, a deli and a bakery.
Enjoy all the latest brews on tap at Brixx House in Northwest.
Baristas at the Alchemist coffee bar in the Northwest neighborhood.
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See the stars at Capital High School Planetarium
Northwest area students can begin their academic adventures at Pierce Park Elementary, a B school according to Niche, for pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. A brand-new building for the school was built in the backyard of the old Pierce Park in 2020. The next stop on their educational journeys could be Riverglen Junior High School, which also receives a B for seventh through ninth grades. Riverglen Junior High offers sports and athletics like football, basketball and volleyball. Teenage students can attend Capital High School, a B-minus institution from Niche, with an on-site planetarium to inspire students' curiosity about the cosmos.
Pierce Park Elementary School
Faculty parking at River Glen Jr Hi in Northwest.
Welcome to Capital Senior High School's main entrance.
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Primarily personal transportation
Northwest Boise doesn't offer much public transportation, so locals will need a vehicle to get around and commute. People enjoy walking and bicycling around the community but usually can't walk or bicycle to run errands. The neighborhood is also about 13 miles away from the Boise Airport for anyone looking to take a trip.
Catch a bus from Northwest to downtown Boise.
The Northwest section offers up miles of paved walking and biking trails.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,786
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,915
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,641
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.9%
Advanced Degrees
16.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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