Gem County
Combination of older cottages and modern farmhouses
Most houses are located in Emmett. Buyers can find homes dating back to the county’s origin in 1915 and recent builds from the 2020s. Cottages and bungalows are some of the oldest properties, usually in lot sizes smaller than 2 acres. These prices range from $150,000 for a fixer-upper and $550,000 for a 3,300-square-foot home. Craftsman and Contemporary ranches are the newest additions. These are often situated in planned or gated subdivisions that can provide community amenities like a swimming pool. Newer constructed homes can be priced from $500,000 for a move in one-story to $860,000 for a four-bedroom home in these subdivisions. Buyers looking for land can find most of those properties outside the city. “We’re infamous for homes on acreage,” Turner says. “We’ve got hobby farms, we’ve got people with horses." Lot sizes tend to expand over 3 acres having a modern farmhouse architecture with customizable features. Often these homes start over $1 million and can extend over $13 million but buyers can find homes with acreage under this price point.Water recreation on Payette River
Most of the county’s recreation spots are located around Emmett. Gem Island Sports Complex is adjacent to the Payette River, offering 57 acres of green spaces and paved walking trails. Also inside the complex is Ed’s Pond, where anglers can cast their lines. The Emmett City Park provides a tennis court, a playground and a splash area for the little ones. Located 5 miles northeast of Emmett is Black Canyon, which includes four parks and the 1,100 acres of the Black Canyon Reservoir. Visitors can launch their boats or pursue other water activities like swimming, fishing and wakeboarding.Historic Downtown Emmett for all shopping and dining
Emmett’s Washington Avenue and Main Street are the primary hubs for shopping and dining. Within the two blocks, local restaurants and shops are situated in lower-level brick buildings or independent properties that blend in with nearby homes. Blue Ribbon Café and Bakery serves American meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’s also known for its fresh pastries. Cowboy Chophouse is a family-owned steakhouse that has multiple meat cuts and burgers in a Western-themed dining room. Roe-Ann Drive-In is an old-fashioned drive-in with burgers, shakes and fries. Groceries can be bought from Albertson’s. The Emmett Farmers Market is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays from June to October. Over 50 vendors sell their goods, from food to handmade creations and books.Long-running Emmett Cherry Festival
The Emmett Cherry Festival has been a Gem County staple event for 90 years and is known as one of the longest-running festivals in the state. Over 55,000 visitors head to Emmett City Park in June for the four-day celebration. Besides munching on the sweet fruit, festival-goers can visit the carnival rides or explore old-time cars at the car show. The festivities conclude with a parade. “We’ve got fire departments, high school bands, horses, the kids enjoying the candy that’s tossed out; it’s just fun for the whole evening,” Turner says. The Harvest Festival Street Fair is a weekend event that kicks off the fall season and celebrates the area’s crops. Visitors can enjoy hayrides, pumpkin patches and various craft and food vendors.All students attend Emmett Independent School District
Students can pursue their studies at Emmett Independent School District, a C-plus district. Kenneth J Carberry Intermediate School serves kindergarten through fifth grade, and Emmett Middle School teaches grades 6 through 8. Both these schools earn a C-plus from Niche. Emmett High School earns a B-minus on Niche. The school offers nine clubs, including a rodeo club and the Future Farmers of America.Highways 16 and 55 to reach Boise
For most Gem County residents, it’s at least a 30-mile drive south to Boise. Those who live north toward Ola will have around a 50-mile drive to the city using Highway 55. Those in the south will access Highway 16 to get there. The Boise Airport is the closest major airport, 50 miles away and offering routes to 28 cities primarily in the Midwest and on the West Coast.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Alissa Gamble
Keller Williams Realty Boise
(208) 675-9774
323 Total Sales
8 in Gem County
$230K - $910K Price Range
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Jan Larison
exp Realty, LLC
(208) 225-6933
129 Total Sales
7 in Gem County
$205K - $1.9M Price Range
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Lara Hoch
Responds QuicklyHunter of Homes, LLC
(208) 754-2415
101 Total Sales
2 in Gem County
$350K - $710K Price Range
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Helen Law
Group One Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(208) 428-5181
61 Total Sales
1 in Gem County
$700,000 Price
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Jason Archer
Silvercreek Realty Group
(208) 428-5716
87 Total Sales
2 in Gem County
$279,900 Price Range
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Mike Moir
The Agency Boise
(208) 427-3057
271 Total Sales
4 in Gem County
$240K - $860K Price Range
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Gem County | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 3 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
Larceny | 3 | 4 |
Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Gem County Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gem County, Emmett sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Gem County, Emmett over the last 12 months is $414,079, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 121 - 4pm
$719,800
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,075 Sq Ft
- 9731 Bill Burns Rd
OPEN HOUSE SAT 1 - 4 PM! Nestled at the end of a peaceful dead-end road, this charming 3 bed, 2.5 bath home sits on 5.06 acres - your own private hideaway! This home radiates warmth with a cozy propane fireplace in the family room and a pellet stove in the living room. Freshly refinished hardwood floors greet you as you enter, adding timeless beauty, while the recently serviced HVAC system
Celeste BlackburnSilvercreek Realty Group(208) 551-5950 -
Sunday, Jul 1312 - 2pm
$395,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,008 Sq Ft
- 1588 Michael St
- New 13 days ago
SHOP! Yes, I said SHOP! 30X30 Shop has 220V with 12X12 Doors. Almost one-half acre for all your toys and four legged friends even your horses or cattle. Well has just been redrilled w/a BRAND new Pump for household water and irrigation. Never paint an exterior again! New metal roof and vinyl siding. HVAC replaced in 2024. The undated kitchen will make any chief smile. Enjoy the quiet living in
Sheree Coles Silvercreek Realty Group
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Saturday, Jul 1211am - 2pm
$499,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,482 Sq Ft
- 1797 S Substation Rd
Looking for SPACE for your toys? HOUSE/SHOP/RV - Hard to find on almost 1 ACRE. This beautifully updated manufactured home is situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac, providing a serene country living experience. The remodeled kitchen features knotty alder wood cabinets, tile back splash, granite countertops, pantry, and a distinctive kitchen nook table. This 4 bedroom/2 bath home offers ample space
Michelle Hellinga Silvercreek Realty Group
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