Why Live in Sunset
Sunset, a neighborhood in Boise, is located about 1 mile northwest of downtown and is home to over 3,000 residents. This primarily residential area is known for its gridded, tree-shaded streets and eclectic housing styles, including ranch-style, Craftsman, Prairie, and New Traditional homes. The neighborhood does not have a homeowners association, allowing residents to freely decorate and modify their homes. Sunset Park, a 10-acre green space, features sports fields, tennis courts, a playground, and a 4-acre off-leash dog area. Nearby, the Hillside to Hollow Reserve offers 260 acres of nature trails with views of the city and mountains. For indoor fitness, the Idaho Fitness Factory is open 24 hours a day.
Sunset is served by several highly rated schools, including Lowell Elementary, Hillside Junior High, North Junior High, and Boise High School, all of which have strong ratings. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk for residents. State Street, a major business corridor, runs along the southern edge of Sunset, featuring dining options like Kibrom’s Ethiopian & Eritrean Cuisine and Alyonka Russian Cuisine, which gained national attention on "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives." The Fireside Inn offers a local spot for pool, darts, and shuffleboard.
The Sunset Neighborhood Association organizes events throughout the year, including neighborhood cleanups and National Night Out. Public transportation is accessible via Valley Regional Transit bus stops along State Street, and the neighborhood's flat terrain makes it convenient for biking to downtown Boise and nearby Hyde Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset a good place to live?
Sunset is a good place to live, receiving 3.8 stars from its residents. Sunset is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Sunset has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $95,968 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 59.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Sunset are home owners, with 33% of residents renting and 67% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sunset can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sunset neighborhood guide.
Is Sunset, ID a safe neighborhood?
Sunset, ID is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sunset?
The median home price in Sunset is $577,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $115,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,860 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K a year to afford the median home price in Sunset. The average household income in Sunset is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Sunset?
The best public schools that serve Sunset are:
What are the best private schools in Sunset?
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Home Trends in Sunset, ID
On average, homes in Sunset, Boise sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset, Boise over the last 12 months is $532,450, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$532,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$565,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$674,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$392
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Median List Price
$577,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
