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Mountain Home, ID

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Small-town living with a heaping side of outdoor recreation

Rural Peaceful Scenic Close-Knit Active Military-Friendly

Located off of I-84 in southwestern Idaho, Mountain Home is a tranquil small town with a tight-knit community. The town fosters a strong sense of community spirit with a bevy of family-friendly events, including the Mountain Home Country Music Festival, Fall Harvest Festival, and Air Force Appreciation Day—one of the largest parades in the state.

Mountain Home proudly contains the Mountain Home Air Force Base, which offers plenty of residents quick commutes in addition to numerous activities and events. Mountain Home’s scenic locale contributes a wide variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Bruneau Dunes State Park, C.J. Strike Dam, Anderson Ranch Reservoir, Glenns Ferry Three Island State Park, and Desert Canyon Golf Course are all situated within close proximity to the town. While most residents enjoy Mountain Home’s peaceful atmosphere, many find quick access to the excitement of Boise via a short drive up I-84.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Mountain Home, ID is $714 for one bedroom, $929 for two bedrooms, and $830 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mountain Home has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$714/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$1,781/month
1,152 Sq Ft
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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

West Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

520 Students

1
out of 10

Hacker Middle School

Public

Grades 5-6

552 Students

Rating Unavailable

East Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

456 Students

Rating Unavailable

North Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

326 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mountain Home Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

548 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mountain Home Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

960 Students

5
out of 10

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Living in Mountain Home

Restaurants

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The locals in Mountain Home have fallen in love with some of their hometown eateries, with several establishments in operation for decades. Perhaps the most iconic restaurant in Mountain Home is AJ's Restaurant and Lounge, which offers both fine dining and family-friendly confines. For pizza, Fatty's is the place to go - it is consistently ranked the top restaurant on the city. Smoky Mountain Pizza is another local chain that you'll find in neighboring Boise as well. Over the years, it has built a strong following among locals and is a great place to eat and hang out.

Mountain Home is also fortunate to have a wide range of ethnic cuisine available in the city. Shiok Restaurant is a wildly popular eatery blending Chinese and Singaporean food together. Shiok also has vegan eating options for those inclined. Jade Palace is also popular for its highly rated Chinese cuisine.

Parks

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As a moderately sized city in a rural setting, Mountain Home offers a broad range of attractions and activities to keep anyone active and entertained. Within an hour of Mountain Home you can find numerous camping sites and hiking destinations, including the World Center for Birds of Prey as well as many different recreational areas along the Snake River. Off-road motorcycling and snowmobiling trails are active during their respective seasons, and several streams and rivers in the local area are popular for their fishing prospects.

Every year, residents can enjoy the Air Force Appreciation Day, one of the biggest events of the year. This day features a parade and other local events celebrating the service of Air Force personnel, including the sizable military population living in Mountain Home. City recreational leagues for various sports abound, including soccer, basketball and softball leagues for both kids and adults.

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