Rare opportunity, oversized lot on the desirable Boise Bench, off Federal Way, minutes to Boise State and downtown. From this elevated setting above the city, it's approximately a 3-minute drive, 10-minute bike ride, or 30-minute walk to campus — an exceptional combination of convenience and long-term value. The home offers charm, warmth, and immediate livability, with room to personalize and build equity through thoughtful cosmetic updates over time. Whether you’re a smart investor seeking upside or homeowner looking to create value in a prime location, this property presents a compelling opportunity. A true standout feature is the oversized pull-through garage, rarely found in homes of this era and neighborhood — offering incredible flexibility for storage, hobbies, projects, or recreational gear. Property also includes two outbuildings, one of which is a spacious shop that may offer future ADU potential. The generous lot size opens the door to urban gardening, raised beds, and even chickens, offering a rare chance to create your own productive backyard space while remaining close to the heart of Boise. With favorable zoning and room to grow, the possibilities here extend well beyond today’s comfort. Expand, enhance, invest, or simply enjoy — opportunities like this on the Boise Bench are increasingly rare.Location, land, utility, and upside — all in one smart Boise opportunity.
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1551 W Salem St, Boise, ID 83705
3beds
2baths
1,644sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.45 Acres Lot
$444,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,950 Estimated rent
Home value
$444,600
$413,000 - $476,000
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Oversized pull-through garageGenerous lot size
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Listed by:
Joel Hess 208-794-2220,
Realty ONE Group Professionals,
Julie Hess 208-867-4250,
Realty ONE Group Professionals
Bought with:
Lori Sims
Silvercreek Realty Group
Source: IMLS,MLS#: 98976082
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 153
- Dimensions: 9 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 153
- Dimensions: 9 x 17
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range Freestanding, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Workbench, Formal Dining, Family Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Wood/Butcher Block Counters, Number of Baths Main Level: 2
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,644
- Total interior livable area: 1,644 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,644
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage (Drive Through Doors), Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage: 28 x 24, Garage Door: 16 x 8
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Fencing: Full,Vinyl,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 110
- Features: 10000 SF - .49 AC, Chickens, Manual Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Shop
- Parcel number: R0410000105
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
- Roof: Composition,Rolled/Hot Mop
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Community Service, Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Broadband Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Anderson Roy V
Location
- Region: Boise
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $422,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,753
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,528 +16% | $422,500 -17.8% |
| 2024 | $3,040 -10.3% | $513,800 +15.9% |
| 2023 | $3,389 +23.3% | $443,400 -13.9% |
| 2022 | $2,748 +13.7% | $514,700 +37.1% |
| 2021 | $2,417 -1.1% | $375,500 +23.7% |
| 2020 | $2,444 +43.2% | $303,600 +8.4% |
| 2019 | $1,707 +10.3% | $280,100 +31.9% |
| 2018 | $1,547 +7% | $212,400 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $1,446 | $193,600 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $1,446 | $175,700 -1.3% |
| 2015 | $1,446 +14.9% | $178,100 +53.1% |
| 2012 | $1,258 +3.6% | $116,300 -12% |
| 2011 | $1,214 -4.6% | $132,100 -10.6% |
| 2010 | $1,273 -0.6% | $147,700 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $1,281 +88.9% | $162,400 -11.6% |
| 2007 | $678 -9.7% | $183,800 +27.6% |
| 2006 | $751 +17.7% | $144,000 +42.2% |
| 2003 | $639 +11.7% | $101,300 +5.6% |
| 2002 | $572 +24.3% | $95,900 |
| 2001 | $460 | $95,900 |
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Neighborhood: Vista
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10South Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Borah Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hawthorne
- Middle: South (Boise)
- High: Borah
- District: Boise School District #1
Source: IMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Idaho
- Ada County
- Boise
- 83705
- Vista
- 1551 W Salem St
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