The story of this market
The typical home in Meridian, Idaho sells for about $568,000, or $281 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,002 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+5.3%
ID · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Meridian, Idaho
Meridian's housing market remains resilient, characterized by steady price appreciation and high demand from families and professionals. While inventory has increased, the city's strong economic fundamentals and reputation for safety continue to support a competitive market environment. The data reflects a balanced but active market, with consistent sales volume and stable days-on-market metrics.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Meridian yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 1.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 1.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 72.89% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 5.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.41.4 mi
- Roaring Springs Water Park4.41.5 mi
- Shindig Farms4.612.3 mi
- Fly High Boise Trampoline Park4.55.8 mi
- K1 Speed Boise4.51.4 mi
- Ford Idaho Center4.35.9 mi
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.41.4 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.12.5 mi
- Expo Idaho4.56.4 mi
- Albertsons Stadium4.69.8 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.78.6 mi
- Zoo Boise4.29.4 mi
- Cinemark Majestic Cinemas4.51.8 mi
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.41.4 mi
- Settlers' Park4.71.7 mi
- Old Idaho Penitentiary Site4.811.5 mi
- Freak Alley Gallery4.79.4 mi
- Hyde Park4.89.5 mi
- Warhawk Air Museum4.96.9 mi
- Discovery Center of Idaho4.49.6 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.78.6 mi
- Zoo Boise4.29.4 mi
- Settlers' Park4.71.7 mi
- Camel’s Back Park4.89.6 mi
- Discovery Park4.85 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.12.5 mi
- Falcon Crest Golf Club4.18.1 mi
- Warm Springs Golf Course4.411.4 mi
- RedHawk Public Golf Course4.512.6 mi
- Quail Hollow Golf Course4.49.1 mi
- Boise Towne Square4.35.6 mi
- The Village at Meridian4.62.2 mi
- WinCo Foods4.59.7 mi
- Albertsons Market Street4.62.1 mi
- Boise Airport4.59.4 mi
- SKYDIVE SKYDOWN - Boise's closest skydiving experience!4.912.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A premier indoor sports facility offering basketball courts and fitness programs that serve as a central hub for community athletics.
A large community park featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and walking paths, highly valued by local families for recreation.
A major open-air lifestyle center featuring high-end retail, dining, and entertainment, serving as a primary social and economic anchor for the city.
Meridian is an ideal destination for families seeking high-quality schools and a safe, suburban lifestyle, as well as professionals working in the Boise metro area. The city's robust growth and strong economic fundamentals also attract long-term real estate investors looking for stable appreciation and consistent rental demand.
The city is served by the West Ada School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and modern facilities. Schools in the area frequently receive high ratings from state and national benchmarks, making the district a primary driver for family-oriented housing demand.
The city is well-connected via the I-84 corridor, which serves as the primary artery for commuters traveling throughout the Treasure Valley. While public transit options are limited, the city's grid layout facilitates efficient vehicular travel.
Meridian offers an extensive park system, including the popular Meridian Homecourt and various community greenbelts that provide year-round outdoor access. The city's central location in the Treasure Valley allows for easy access to regional amenities, including golf courses, shopping districts, and mountain recreation.
The rental market in Meridian is characterized by high demand driven by the city's rapid population growth and professional workforce. While vacancy rates remain relatively tight, the influx of new multi-family developments is helping to balance supply, though rents remain among the highest in the region.
Meridian's economy is anchored by a strong mix of healthcare, technology, and professional services, benefiting from its proximity to Boise. The city continues to see significant momentum in corporate relocations and small business growth.
Meridian serves as a major economic hub in the Treasure Valley, anchored by a diverse mix of technology, healthcare, and retail employers. Significant infrastructure investment and ongoing commercial development continue to drive rapid population growth and high demand for new residential housing.
The city is currently managing a robust pipeline of residential and mixed-use projects, with a focus on balancing rapid growth with infrastructure capacity. Major developments are concentrated in the southern and western portions of the city.
Parcels in Meridian are subject to various taxing districts, including the West Ada School District, Ada County Highway District, and local fire and emergency service districts.
Meridian consistently ranks as one of the safest cities in Idaho, with crime rates significantly lower than national averages. Local law enforcement maintains a proactive community-policing model that contributes to a stable and secure environment for residents.
Meridian faces low risk from major natural disasters, though residents should be aware of seasonal wildfire smoke impacts common to the Treasure Valley. The city maintains robust flood-control infrastructure, and property insurance markets remain stable compared to coastal regions.
Property insurance in Meridian is generally stable, though insurers are increasingly monitoring wildfire risk in the broader Idaho region. Premiums remain competitive compared to national averages.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Idaho) — Homestead Property Tax Exemption: Exempts the lesser of $125,000 or 50% of the market value for assessment purposes from property taxation. Formula: Exemption = min($125,000, 0.50 * Market Value).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for Meridian city, Idaho.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.