$556,494Average Value$376Average Price per Sq Ft18Homes For Sale
Urban neighborhood close to downtown Boise and Greenbelt
Located 2 miles northwest of downtown Boise, Veterans Park is a quiet neighborhood with access to some of the city’s most popular recreation spots. “It's a nice area, and it’s right off the Greenbelt,” says David Wuertz, a broker at Wuertz Real Estate. “This area is also by Whitewater Park, where people can surf, and there are sandy beaches and paddleboard rentals.” The neighborhood is bordered to the west by the Boise River and to the east by State Street, which has multiple locally owned eateries and businesses. The Veterans Park Neighborhood Association noted that their community is diverse, with a mix of incomes and ethnic cultures. Within the last five years, the city rezoned the parts of the neighborhood to be a higher-density housing zone, which means more apartments may be in store for the future. “All of this has made many of us who live here feel that our 'hidden gem' neighborhood and community is a thing of the past and that it will be redefined in the future, for better or worse,” the Veterans Park Neighborhood Association said in an email. As of December 2024, 63% of Veteran’s Park residents rent.
The homes at Lake Harbor in Veterans Park offer lake front views and swimming docks.
Veterans Park offers golf courses, lake front homes, and several parks with acres of green space
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Older homes combined with modern townhouses and apartments
Residents have a variety of housing styles and price ranges to choose from. “It’s very similar to Garden City, where the houses are older from the 1970s to the 90s. But then you have some newer homes by Quinn’s Pond,” Wuertz says. The newest homes are typically modern townhouses and apartments near the Boise River and the Greenbelt. Other 21st-century homes are contemporary and craftsman two stories with their own garages. Other single-family homes are ranch styles from the early to mid-20th century. Single-family home prices range from $367,000 for older, one-bedroom builds to $1.1 million for newer and larger models. There aren’t many sidewalks in the neighborhood and homes sit on small, close-together lots. Prices can range from $33,000 to $328,000 for a manufactured home, and townhouses are available from $320,000 to $835,000.
As of December 2024, Veterans Park is involved in a lawsuit with the city over approving a new homeless shelter along State Street in the neighborhood’s north end. The Veterans Park Neighborhood Association says it’s causing concern for residents. “The ongoing legal battle has really demoralized the neighborhood, and many folks who are able and lived nearest the proposed shelter have moved out of the neighborhood,” the association said in an email. The VPNA presented its arguments to the Idaho Supreme Court in October 2024 and is awaiting further decisions.
Modern construction homes are highly sought after in Veterans Park.
Rows of contemporary single family homes in Veterans Park.
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Daily activity at Veterans Memorial Park and Boise Greenbelt
Veterans Park is an ideal spot for recreation. Its namesake 38-acre park is centrally located in the neighborhood, with playgrounds, trails and picnic tables. Despite Boise’s four-season weather, folks come out year-round, whether they’re walking the trails or playing fetch with their dogs on the open fields. To the neighborhood’s north is Willow Lane Park, which has athletic fields for softball and soccer, plus a BMX Jump Park. Both parks have access to the Boise Greenbelt, the premier trail in the Treasure Valley; the 25-mile trail travels through all of Boise, and there are plans to extend it in Eagle. Bikers can take the Greenbelt downtown for a 4-mile ride or to reach another park. South of the neighborhood is Whitewater Park, where people can go boating, surfing and kayaking.
Veterans Park in Boise, ID is home to active people who walk their dogs.
You can find acres of green space for disc golf and picnics in Veterans Park.
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Prime rib specials at Westside Drive-In
Restaurants and stores can be found along State Street. The Westside Drive-In is a retro, 1950s-themed establishment with American comfort foods like sandwiches, burgers and milkshakes. The diner was also mentioned in Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives; its prime rib, which is served only on Fridays and Saturdays, got a lot of attention. Alchemist Coffee opened in April 2021 and has gained a following within the Boise metro area. Its exterior blends with the modern theming of the apartments above, and it serves traditional coffee along with breakfast and lunch choices. Alyonka Russian Cuisine has a modern setting with country dishes like beef stroganoff, pelmeni and shuba. Outside the neighborhood on Fairview Avenue, Capri has been a Boise staple for generations; regulars love its classic breakfast. Albertsons is nearby for groceries.
The Alchemist coffee shop in Veterans Park is popular with students.
Residents of Veterans Park love the huge produce section at Albertsons.
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Three elementary school options
There are three public elementary schools in Veterans Park, but most students attend Whittier Elementary School, which holds a B-minus grade on Niche. North Junior High earns an A rating from Niche; the school has over 20 activities and clubs, including a Taylor Swift Club. Boise High School is rated A, and students can participate in advanced programs like dual credit courses from four universities or nearly 30 AP courses.
Boise High School offers a well-rounded curriculum, promoting academic excellence and growth.
Whittier Elementary School serves over 560 students in grades PK through 6th.
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2 miles to Downtown Boise
State Street is a busy thoroughfare that travels east and west, reaching Eagle and downtown Boise. “It's a pretty central location as far as commute,” Wuertz says. “Most people work in Boise, which may be less than a 10-minute drive.” Drivers can access Interstate 84 through the Boise connector on the neighborhood’s south end. Valley Regional Transit is the city’s public busing system that has 19 routes around the city. The Boise International Airport, 8 miles away, has direct flights to 28 cities.
Jump on the Greenbelt and quickly get to several large parks in Veterans Park.
The Boise green belt runs through the heart of Veterans Park.
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Parks in this Area
Esther Simplot Park
Fishing
Playground
Parking Lot
Sunset Park
Dog Park
Tennis
Playground
Fairview Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Willow Lane Athletic Complex
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Veterans Memorial Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Bernadine Quinn Park
Fishing
Trails
Rotary Park
Trails
River
Transit
Airport
Boise Air Trml/Gowen Field
31 min drive
Bus
W State St & N 27th St Sec
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W State St & N Clover Dr Sec
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W State St & N 29th St Swc
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W State St & W Willow Ln Nec
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W State St & N Whitewater Park Blvd Sec
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W State St & N 23rd St Nec
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W State St & N Mercer St Nwc
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Veterans Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Veterans Park, Boise sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Veterans Park, Boise over the last 12 months is $560,781, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,710
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,301
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,217
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
47.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
82.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
87/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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