Depot Bench

Boise, ID

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Depot Bench - Boise, ID

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A historic neighborhood near the Boise River, Downtown Boise, and Boise State University

Great Location Scenic Outdoors University Historic

Depot Bench is one of Boise’s oldest and most sought-after neighborhoods. Depot Bench is revered for its mature trees, access to plenty of green space, historic architecture, and central location. Named after a historic railroad depot, this scenic neighborhood rests on a natural step carved by the waters of the Boise River. This bench rises 60 feet above the city center, giving residents a beautiful view of Downtown Boise and the surrounding mountains. The neighborhood has several parks, like Morris Hill Dog Park, and it sits just south of Morrison Park, a large park along the Boise River that’s a popular spot for events like the annual Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic. Depot Bench has a commercial area along Vista Avenue that’s filled with local and chain restaurants and stores, but many residents take full advantage of living just two miles away from Downtown Boise. The neighborhood is also less than two miles from Boise State University. ExtraMile Arena, located on the Boise State University Campus, lies between the neighborhood and downtown, and offers a full event schedule, including concerts by many popular performers. This centrally located neighborhood is known for its wide range of architectural styles including Spanish, Colonial Revival, and Atomic Ranch, but there are apartments available for rent as well.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Depot Bench is $1,200 for a studio, $755 for one bedroom, $1,100 for two bedrooms, and $1,047 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Depot Bench has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 400 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,200/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 464 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $755/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 784 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,100/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 915 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,047/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

74

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

32

Some Transit

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

90

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Platt Gardens
  • Bowden Park
  • Boise River Greenbelt
  • Julia Davis Park
  • Zoo Boise

Airports

  • Boise Air Trml/Gowen Field

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