Situated between the cool waters of the Boise River to the north and expansive landscapes to the south is the every popular, distinct, and diverse area of town known collectively as Southeast Boise. Southeast Boise is home to all types of residential neighborhoods as well as subdivisions and developments unique to this area. Densely green landscapes, modern sophistication, old world charm, quality in design and quality of life are all accounted for in Southeast Boise.
Southeast Boise is home to some of Boise’s most exciting new developments as well as some of the areas best access to the recreational amenities that help define our city. An afternoon in Southeast Boise can consist of a quite day at a coffee shop with friends, a leisurely walk down the tree lined green belt, an exciting trip down the rapids of the Boise River, or an afternoon of fishing on the shimmering Park Center Pond. If sports are your thing, the Simplot athletic complex is home to soccer fields and softball diamonds and Bronco stadium is just a minutes walk or bike down the green belt. This area is also home to an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes found in Bown Crossing, along Park Center Boulevard and Apple Street.
Close at hand is a number of well planned and well placed commercial districts offering products and services ranging from everyday needs to specialty boutiques and national retail outlets. A wide array of restaurants, coffee shops, and specialty services are also mere blocks from all areas of Southeast Boise. Should you need to venture out of this area for your shopping needs its close proximity to the downtown core and easy access to other parts of town will get you there and back in minutes.
Throughout Southeast Boise are a variety of neighborhoods, subdivisions, and residential areas that are both distinct in their own ways and consistent with the feel and quality found throughout this unique part of town.
On the southern edge near Micron Technologies is the neighborhood of Colombia Village. Homes in this area are situated along quite streets and are a popular choice for first time home owners. Another great option for the first time home owner is the well established neighborhood of East Park woods. This area features a diversity of homes with great access to Barber Park and shopping along Apple and Park Center.
Just beyond Barber Park is the exciting new community of Surprise Valley. Homes in this area offer modern sophistication in a secluded and peaceful environment great for busy professionals and growing families alike.
Tucked away under a dense canopy of old growth trees and connective paths and parks is the neighborhood of Lakewood. Homes in this area range in style and design and all offer a fantastic blend of neighborhood charm and natural beauty.
Along the Boise River just west of Barber Park is the neighborhood of Wood Duck. Residents of this area enjoy a quality of life that comes from constant communication with the natural beauty that surrounds it. Carefully manicured lawns and landscaped yards are at home along the banks of the Boise River in the shadows of the foothills just to the north.
Just west of Wood Duck is the exciting and dynamic neighborhood of Bown Crossing. Bown Crossing is a collection of mixed use commercial developments on the west and traditional neighborhood homes to the east. The result is a neighborhood unlike any other in Boise. Modern and elegant, inspiring and friendly, Bown Crossing is truly the crown jewel of Southeast Boise.
Whatever your lifestyle, whatever your personality, however you want to enjoy your afternoons and evenings Southeast Boise offers a truly unique blend of attractions, neighborhoods, and lifestyles that all add up to quality of life. Its little surprise that this area of town is extremely popular with both locals and newly relocated professionals and families alike.