2023 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Boise

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  71 reviews

Current Resident: Southeast Boise is the perfect community for all ages. There are several public parks and playgrounds for kids that are easy to walk to from almost every neighborhood. There is easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping. Boise State University is minutes away if someone is interested in events or college sports. The foothills, filled with miles of hiking trails, can be seen from almost every east-facing window. And there is no hustle and bustle of dealing with commuters; this is the ideal part of town.... Read 71 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 9,141

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: Safe, quiet, suburban place to raise a family. Hikes (Old Pen, Table Rock) easily accessible. Greenbelt and river also conveniently very close by. Public golf course in the area.... Read 10 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 5,474

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: This area is growing in arts and culture. Job opportunities seem to be growing for larger companies. There is a ton of outdoor recreation available. You can experience almost all of the modern conveniences, yet still be lost in the wilderness quite quickly if you want to be.... Read 3 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 3,988

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: Beautiful skyline from the train depot. Great restaurants. Home of the Boise State Bronco's.....enough said. :P... Read 2 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 2,066

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Niche User: There are plenty of outdoor activities and the general atmosphere is positive. I would choose to live here again.... Read 4 reviews

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• Population 3,562

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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• grade A

• Population 1,201

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  34 reviews

Niche User: I love where I live because I am in walking distance of anything I need at any hour, close to family, work and school.... Read 34 reviews

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• grade B

• Population 3,576

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: The police are fairly active and visible in town.... Read 2 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 2,715

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.36 out of 5  11 reviews

Niche User: Boise is a wonderful place to raise a family. I grew up here, and could not imagine living anywhere else. The greenbelt and foothills are amazing for outdoor adventures, and the people here are some of the friendliest you'll ever meet. The food is pretty awesome, and prices are pretty low.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 4,615

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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• grade B+

• Population 1,426

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  123 reviews

Current Resident: We bought a home here in February, 2018. So far we really like it. The area is growing like the rest of Boise area and beyond. The traffic is getting worse because of the growth. Like anything there will be growing pains. I am thankful to be here. My neighbors are wonderful too! We are not to far from many amenities, so we don't feel like we are missing out on anything living in Southwest Ada County. Happy and thankful to have the privilege to live here.... Read 123 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 2,866

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  23 reviews

Niche User: I grew up in the neighborhood and mostly it's been older couples, but lately there have been more young families moving in. There were a couple of years where there were two rentals that had less than savory characters living there, but those have since been changed. There isn't a homeowners association, which I prefer, since it is an older neighborhood so there are no neighborhood activities or what not. The high school is one of the top in the nation but the elementary and junior high are on the lower end of the spectrum. Despite this, I love the neighborhood I grew up in.... Read 23 reviews

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• grade B

• Population 10,145

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.56 out of 5  18 reviews

Current Resident: I go to school at Boise State University and I've lived in the South Boise Village for almost 4 years. I love being close enough to campus to bike or walk. The neighborhood is very clean and pleasant. Our neighbors are awesome. My roommate and I take her dog for walks around the neighborhood all the time and like to walk to Manitou Park which is maybe 7 blocks from our house. It's got tennis courts, pickle ball courts, a basketball court, a playground, picnic table, restrooms, big trees for shade, and a large grass area that is dog friendly. We love going there between the hours of 3-6 because many other neighbors bring their dogs around that time. Its fun to meet other neighbors and dogs and watch them all play together. South Boise Village is a great neighborhood for anyone, families, elderly, college students, young couples, etc. It's a friendly and safe environment.... Read 18 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 1,468

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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• grade B+

• Population 1,187

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  46 reviews

Niche User: I've lived in Texas, Florida, Nevada, and California, and now Boise, and I can hands down say this is my favorite place out of all of the places I've lived. The city is just the right blend of big city and small town. I feel like, for the most part, people are friendlier, and there is always something to do! For outdoorsy people, Boise is perfect, we have many hiking trails, rivers, and lakes to go explore.... Read 46 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 1,498

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  17 reviews

Niche User: 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.... Read 17 reviews

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• grade B

• Population 3,762

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4 out of 5  20 reviews

Niche User: Everyone is very friendly and caring.... Read 20 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• Population 4,369

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  8 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 6,928

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Visitor: Bouse Rim and Bench is a family community, people of all walk. Clean and safe to raise your family... Community that knows it's neighbor's and comes together.... Read 1 review

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• grade B

• Population 921

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: I like to live positively and motivate others to do the same. I don't follow politics, and I stay out of negative energy patterns. For me, anywhere I live is the best place to live because I make the most of what I have. I can't complain! I rank my area a five out of five circles because I see good things for the future of Boise and surrounding area.... Read 3 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Population 4,113

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  14 reviews

Niche User: There are average maybe less than average occurrences of criminal activity. Idaho is a pretty safe place, I'm from Southern California so Boise, Idaho is drastically safer and better place to live for the most part.... Read 14 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Population 6,010

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  13 reviews

Niche User: The area I live in is the perfect area for families. Boise has many outdoor activities and parks to attend, great suburban neighborhoods and cities with a lot to do. Crime rate is not high here, we have great local colleges such as BSU and CWI.... Read 13 reviews

• grade B

• grade B+

• Population 8,214

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Niche User: I love the scenery (trees, mountains, etc).... Read 5 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 1,092

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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• grade B

• Population 1,536

• Neighborhood in Boise, ID

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  Rating 4.91 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: To start out, I have to let you know I am going to be extremely biased about the North End of Boise. I have lived, worked, gone to school, and volunteered around the North End for over 16 years and there couldn't be a better place to grow up and/or be an active member of your community. Everyone seems to have this care about our community right when they cross the threshold of their front door. The essence is intoxicating! I have volunteered at Corpus Christi Homeless Shelter, Veterans Home of America, Dunia MArket place; worked at 13th Pub and Grill, SunRay Cafe; attended Lowell Elementary, North Junior High, and Boise High school--which all of these wonderful places can be found within the North End of Boise and I am grateful for each and every institute or business here that has shaped the person I am today.... Read 11 reviews

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• grade A

• Population 122