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Rural beauty and everyday necessities in Weiser
Weiser sits near the Oregon border in Idaho’s Snake River Plain, where farmland meets city convenience. “The best thing about it is the sense of community,” says broker/owner Melanie Davidson-Hickey with Two Rivers Real Estate Company, who has lived in Weiser for 20 years. “It’s small-town America, and it hasn’t lost that feel.” Known as the “Fiddling Capital of the World” for its national festival honoring the genre, Weiser’s identity is closely tied to music and tradition. It’s also the largest city in Washington County and serves as the county seat, so the area attracts many government workers along with farmers and artists. Weiser offers opportunity and everyday amenities amid open land and rolling hills.
Explore the snake river plane by way of route 95 through Weiser.
Pick up your daily necessities at the Ridley’s in Weiser.
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Events centered around fiddling, farming and holidays
The city and the chamber of commerce host numerous events throughout the year. The largest is the National Oldtime Fiddle Contest and Festival, which celebrates the centuries-old fiddling presence in Weiser and fills the town with music, parades and vendors. The folkie tunes don’t stop throughout this five-day celebration in June, as musicians play well into the night at the Fiddletown Campground. “Fiddlers come from all over the nation and park their campers at the old Intermountain Institute buildings by the high school to just jam and hang out,” Davidson-Hickey says. Throughout the year, smaller events unfold, from holiday parades during Christmas and July Fourth to seasonal farmers markets.
Weiser offers a plethora of outdoor activities from farming to fishing to hiking and more.
Visit the national old-time fiddlers headquarters in Weiser to learn about the extensive history of fiddling in the area.
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A range of housing on suburban and rural lots
Buyers will find a mix of manufactured and single-family homes in Weiser. Houses often bear bungalow and ranch-style architecture, with some dating back to the late 19th century. Others have joined the market in previous decades and feature New Traditional influences. The median price is $320,000, though manufactured homes may sell as low as $50,000, and contemporary houses with extensive acreage start at $850,000. Streets close to town have a suburban layout with sidewalks and densely packed lots. On the outskirts, properties are more spread out and offer enough space for fenced-in farmland, barns and horse facilities. These homes also have unobstructed views of the West Mountains and wide-open Idaho plains.
In suburban Weiser you can find craftsman bungalows, cottages, tutors, and ranch style single-family homes.
Find contemporary traditional homes with single or multiple levels in rural Weiser.
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Supporting small businesses and restaurants over big corporations
Historic downtown Weiser features a mix of boutiques and local shops in preserved buildings. Weiser Classic Candy stands out with its inviting display of hand-dipped chocolates, huckleberry floats and daily lunch specials. “People from all over the valley will pull off the highway in Weiser to go to the candy store,” Davidson-Hickey says. Shoppers pick up groceries from Ridley’s Family Market, while The Market sells fruit, vegetables and fresh goods from regional vendors. The Market also offers catering services and has a small restaurant with a rotating menu and patio seating. Farther north on U.S. Route 95, Mann Creek Country Store & Café serves comfort foods in a rustic setting. Jeb’s Corner sells burgers and shakes, and Dude’s Kitchen is a popular coffee shop. For big-box shops, such as Walmart, residents may head 20 miles away to Ontario, Oregon.
Head to downtown Weiser to support local businesses and mom and pop shops.
Satisfy your chocolate cravings at the classic candy and deli shop in downtown Weiser.
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Education through the Weiser School District
Prekindergarten through third graders begin at Pioneer Primary School, which scores a B-minus on Niche. Park Intermediate School for fourth and fifth grade earns a C-plus, and Weiser Middle has a B-minus. Weiser High scores a B and ranks No. 6 in the state for athletics.
Younger students can attend pioneer elementary school in Weiser.
Junior high students are served by Weiser middle school.
Older students and graduating seniors can attend Weiser high school.
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Outdoor activities on Idaho plains, rivers and parks
The surrounding natural elements and city parks provide a range of recreation. Weiser sits at the confluence of the Snake and Weiser rivers, where people fish and paddleboat. Anglers can also head to the Weiser Community Pond, which Idaho Fish and Game stocks with rainbow trout, bluegill and bass. The Weiser River Trail provides a path for biking, walking and horseback riding through trees and open meadows. Gathering spaces in town include Memorial Park, which features baseball fields, a pool and tennis courts. Fans pack into the bleachers at Memorial Park for Weiser High football games, too. “When there’s a home football game, the whole town is dressed in red and white,” Davidson-Hickey says. The Weiser Rodeo Grounds hosts tractor pulls and horse shows, and the Rolling Hills Golf Course is open to the public.
Make a splash at the Weiser memorial pool in Memorial Park in downtown Weiser.
Join a league or make new friends at the rolling Hills golf club in Weiser.
You’ll find plenty of outdoor activities in Weiser as well as the nearby Snake River plane.
Go for a scenic run or hike on the Weiser Nature Trail in downtown Weiser.
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Navigating Washington County and beyond by car
The main thoroughfare in Weiser, U.S. Route 95, connects to Boise, 70 miles southeast. Commuters can reach Interstate 84 across the Oregon border within about 20 miles.
You can reach the city of Weiser by car via state highway 95.
State Highway 95 runs through Weiser and offers plenty of scenic views of the Snake River plane.
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