$445,437Average Value$310Average Price per Sq Ft37Homes For Sale
Vista offers a mix of housing and convenient commutes around Boise
Perched high on the Boise Bench, the Vista neighborhood lives up to its name with picturesque views of the mountains and Downtown Boise from Federal Way. While homes with views are hard to come by, the rest of the neighborhood has plenty to offer. Quiet suburban streets feature a mix of housing, often at a lower cost than in other parts of town. Major thoroughfares and highways make it easy to get to Boise’s large employers, and a broad mix of shops and restaurants offer quick trips for daily errands.
Two-story single-family homes can be readily found in Vista.
Owhyee Park's tennis courts provide lasting hours of fun.
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Tree-lined streets feature a variety of homes and prices
Ranch-style homes, small cottages and some contemporary houses sit along the streets in Vista. You’ll also see some townhouses and manufactured homes throughout the neighborhood. Leafy trees frame the streets, and sidewalks are common on busier roads, adding a walkable aspect to the community. Vista is one of the most popular spots in Boise, but it offers a lower cost of living than other sought-after areas. “If you were to look at the North End, which is the older but affluent area, or Southeast Boise, which is a big tech area, the bench is probably third on that list as far as a desirable location,” says Wendy Alexandre, an associate broker at Silvercreek Realty Group with over 20 years of experience. Homes typically cost between the mid-$200,000s and the lower $800,000s. Townhouse prices fall between the mid-$200,000s and the upper $600,000s.
Homes in Vista come in many shapes and sizes.
Two-story Craftsman homes are popular in the neighborhood.
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Easy drives and bus rides to commute around Boise
Interstate 84 is just south of the neighborhood, and other major thoroughfares are nearby, making it easy for residents to commute to large employers. “With easy access to the freeway, they can pretty much get anywhere they want as far as Micron or any of those other places in 15 to 20 minutes,” Alexandre says. Some notable commutes include:
A 2-mile drive north on Vista Avenue to downtown
A 6-mile drive south on I-84 to Micron Technology
The Vista bus route that connects to Boise Airport and downtown
The Overland bus route, which leads to downtown and Boise Towne Square
Travel near or far from Boise Airport.
Hot air balloons can be seen flying over the Vista neighborhood.
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Boise schools offer advanced courses and flexible options
The highly rated Boise School District serves Vista and includes Borah High School. The school offers dual enrollment courses at colleges like the University of Idaho, Boise State University and Northwest Nazarene University. Students can also attend magnet schools or explore options outside the district thanks to Idaho's open enrollment policy.
The highly rated Borah High School serves neighborhood students.
South Junior High School serves the community.
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Albertsons offers an abundance of fresh produce.
Shopping and dining line Vista's main roads
Vista Avenue and Overland Road are the two commercial corridors in the neighborhood. You can pick up groceries at supermarkets like Albertsons or the locally owned Babylon Market. Restaurants range from casual taco stands like El Chavo to trendy spots like Willowcreek Grill and Raw Sushi. West of the neighborhood, the Boise Spectrum Center has a Regal movie theater and popular restaurants serving pizza, Thai cuisine and pub fare.
Local parks offer sports fields, playgrounds and fishing
While Vista isn’t as close to recreation spots like the Foothills and the Boise River Greenbelt as other neighborhoods are, there are plenty of ways to get outside. Within the neighborhood, you can:
Visit Shoshone Park to play a game of soccer or tennis
Head to Owyhee Park for the open play areas, playgrounds and basketball court
Check out Terry Day Park for its scenic views and fishing pond
Book a tee time at the private Hillcrest Country Club, which has an 18-hole golf course
Shoshone Park has grills and a picnic area, perfect for a family cookout.
Walking paths lead to the playground at Shoshone Park.
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Why plane noise is faint despite the nearby airport
Boise Airport is just south of the neighborhood, but you don’t really need to worry about noise. “You might hear it if you were standing outside, but it would be pretty faint because they definitely are geared to not go over that area,” Alexandre says. The runways are oriented northwest to southeast, so planes don’t pass directly over the neighborhood. Some areas in the community’s southern end might have a little more noise, but the decibel level is comparable to an office or a conversation.
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Needs bike lanes, more pedestrian signs, more sidewalks, more speed bumps, street lights and intersections.
3.0Niche User
7/13/2014Niche Review
Lots of gas stations and automotive repair shops in this area. everything else is a bit of a drive.
4.0Niche User
2/22/2016Niche Review
This area is great for a whole range of people from families, to college students, to people in the elderly community. It provides easy access to any section of town and is very pet friendly. Best of all the neighbors are friendly and look out for each other creating a safe and clean environment.
3.0Niche User
5/29/2016Niche Review
Police are seen all the time but take awhile to come when you call.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Vista
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vista, Boise sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Vista, Boise over the last 12 months is $450,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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