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.