Boise Retirement Communities

Best 55+ Active Options in the Boise Area

Looking to retire in Boise? We don’t blame you!

Idaho and Boise specifically are one of the fastest growing cities in our nation.

In fact, the Boise area continues to be ranked as one of the top places in the country to retire according to Forbes Magazine and recognized as the Most Moved-to City by Business Insider in September 2020.

With a high quality of life, fantastic weather with low humidity, low crime rate, strong ratios of physicians per capita, easy access to the outdoors, local amenities and entertainment, its appeal ranges all ages and in specific to those looking to retire with their quality of life as priority. Need we say more?

With the expansive growth, there has come expanding retirement communities and 55 plus communities in the Boise area. If you’re looking for a one stop spot to learn all about the retirement community real estate options, you have come to the right place.

Brooke View, Boise, ID

Price ranges from high $300K - low $400K
New and Resale Homes Available
130 Homes

Nestled on twenty-one private acres, Brooke View is a 55+ gated community in Boise, Idaho located off Curtis Road in the coveted Boise Bench neighborhood. Offering single-family homes bordering a peaceful brook, this senior living community is an active neighborhood that encompasses new and resale home options. Situated on one of the most sought-after Boise neighborhoods, retirement just got a bit easier.

Location

This Boise location can’t be beat, making this active senior living option one that is popular amongst retirees and new out-of-state residents. An 8-minute drive from downtown, a mile away from I-184 and a ten-minute drive to the Boise Airport, makes commuting stress-free.

Now for the fun stuff..

Looking to join a Country Club for golf, tennis, swimming? Hillcrest Country Club, a well-established country club in the Boise area is only six minutes away from the Brooke View neighborhood. Many of Boise’s best restaurants, shopping and entertainment are also a few minutes away. Boise Town Square Mall, St. Alphonsus Hospital and many downtown amenities are all within a 10-minute radius of your front door.

Real Estate

Brooke View is comprised of one-story single-family homes ranging from 1,040 to 1,880 square feet. Floorplan options include two or three bedrooms, one or two bathrooms and two or three-car garages. This senior living community is set up as a land-lease with new homes available as well as resale. The community does pride itself in working with top-of-the line builders, ensuring your home is of the highest quality.

Clubs, Groups, Activities & Classes

4th of July Parade
Bingo
Board Games
Bunko
Cards
Craft Class
Craft and Bake Sales
Dominoes
Holiday Parties
Karaoke
Mexican Train
Pancake Breakfast
Potluck Dinners
Raffles
Scarecrow Festival
Seasonal Events
Walking Taco Party
Yard Sales

Amenities

Clubhouse
Exercise Room
Catering Kitchen
Multi-Purpose Room
Video & DVD Library
Library
Walking & Biking Trails
Scenic Waterways

For more information on the community visit:  http://www.brooke-view.com/

Available homes: http://www.brooke-view.com/available-homes/

Floorplans: http://www.brooke-view.com/floor-plans/

Englefield Green, Boise, ID

Built from 2007 - 2014
Homes with a price range from $400K - High $500K
84 Homes in the community
$100/month HOA Dues

Englefield Green is a 55+ neighborhood also located in Boise, Idaho on the Boise Bench, just East of Cole Road. Unlike Brooke View, Englefield Green consists of resale townhomes versus single-family homes. These properties offer options that are slightly bigger in square footage than Brooke View’s properties. Due to the townhome style build, there is a Homeowner’s Association implemented and affordable monthly dues for maintenance. This location is also the cream of the crop in Boise, with a smaller, more exclusive community of homes.

Location

With a very similar location, just three-minutes West of Brooke View, Englefield is set off Franklin and in a location that many seek. Only a mile away from I-184 and a ten-minute drive to the Boise Airport, making commuting and travel a breeze, while also having Boise’s best amenities just minutes from home.

Utilizing your time exactly how you choose is one of the many perks of retirement. Like Brooke View, Englefield Green is only six minutes away from Hillcrest Country Club. Enjoy swimming, golfing, tennis and relaxation with family and friends. Many of Boise’s best restaurants, shopping and entertainment are also a few minutes away. Boise Town Square Mall, St. Al’s Hospital, and downtown Boise, to name a few.

Real Estate

Ranging from 1,320 to 2,430 square feet, Englefield Green townhomes feature a variety of floor plans with main level living that are perfect for the active adult buyer. Built by Sunrise Signature Homes, the community consists of 84 total residences. With options with two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an attached two-car garage, these homes are conducive to many needs. All homes have an open floor plan, a private patio, energy-efficient designs, elegant kitchens, and large closets. Some homes feature a second-floor bonus rooms that can also be used for a hobby room, at-home gym, or office space.

Amenities

Charming clubhouse featuring an exercise room & computer center
Library
Catering kitchen
Walking trails & beautiful ponds

Willowbrook, Garden City, ID

Built between 1987 - 1994
Price range from $300K - Mid $400K
Resale Homes Available
231 Homes in the Community

Location

Garden City is the new kid on the block! It has been recently talked about here in the Valley, as it is “up and coming” and known for its funky new music venues and breweries alongside the Boise River. As one could guess, this location is popular amongst outdoor enthusiasts - kayakers, paddleboarders, surfers, fisherman and cyclists. Enjoy being in walking distance to shopping, post office, coffee shops, grocery stores. Willowbrook is in a perfectly central location, with access to anything in Boise within 10 minutes, while relishing in many perks of an active and lively city. The Boise Airport is also easily accessible visible via Interstate 184.

Real Estate

Willowbrook 55+ community is composed of 231 single-family homes that range approximately 1,062 to 1,791 square feet. They have been built with large master suites, vaulted ceilings and bay windows. Willowbrook homes have options of either two to three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms or a single-level living. Both floorplans have two car garages.

Amenities

Clubhouse
Large Common Area
Exercise Equipment
Billiards Tables
Library
Catering Kitchen
Outdoor Pool & Spa
Outdoor Patio
2 Tennis Courts
Horseshoe Pits
Putting Green
RV Parking
Walking & Biking Trails
Scenic Pond & Stream

Clubs and Groups

Annual Tea & Holiday Party
Bridge
Bus Trips
Coffee Hours
Fitness Groups
Friday Movie Nights
Holiday Dinners
Horseshoes
Mah Jongg
Pinochle
Potluck Dinners
Putting
Swimming
Tennis
Women's Club

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