Collister

Boise, ID

Collister - Boise, ID

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

3.4 (10 Reviews)

Collister spans a large residential area at the base of the Boise foothills, as well as a section of the hills themselves. Known for its spacious single-family homes and tree-lined streets, the neighborhood provides a safe, comfortable environment. For the most private setting, search for rental properties in Collister's higher elevations.

On summer evenings, Castle Hills Park buzzes with sporting events and pick-up basketball games. The on-site dog park attracts local dog owners year-round.

A few restaurants are scattered across Collister, with most near State Street. Join your neighbors for wine tasting at the Local, an aptly-named spot known for its friendliness and house-made pretzels. Take a break from shopping and have lunch at 36th Street Bistro, where locals rave about the meatloaf sandwiches and Highland beef burgers. Downtown Boise, with its thriving restaurant and entertainment scene, lies just four miles to the southeast.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Collister is $1,284 for a studio, $1,390 for one bedroom, $1,458 for two bedrooms, and $1,740 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Collister has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.

Studio
532 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,284/month

Average Rent

1 BR
672 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,390/month

Average Rent

2 BR
926 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,458/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,073 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,740/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Collister - Boise, ID

Niche Reviews

3.4 10 Reviews

Niche User

8 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review

Boise is a wonderful place to raise a family. I grew up here, and could not imagine living anywhere else. The greenbelt and foothills are amazing for outdoor adventures, and the people here are some of the friendliest you'll ever meet. The food is pretty awesome, and prices are pretty low.

Niche User

9 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review

Cold in the winters and hot in the summers. Limited rain which can lead to droughts. The valley can get snow in the winter but no more than 6 inches at one time. Few threats of natural disasters but wildfires can be troubling the the foothills and forests surrounding the city. Smoke from fires in neighboring states can also be an issue in the summers. Winter skys are often cloudy and inversions can last for two weeks.

Niche User

9 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review

The outdoor recreational activities around Boise are fantastic. There are hiking and biking locations minutes from downtown and the foothills are amazing. Just an hour outside of town there is hiking, rafting, kayaking, skiing, snowboarding and so many more activities.

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