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“A vibrant mix of
arts and makers.”
Push and Pour
Surf the River
By the Numbers Surfing on a river? You can do it in Garden City! The
Boise Whitewater Park, which borders Garden City,
Year Incorporated: 1967 features one of the first adjustable river waves in the
Population: 12,167
world. Kayakers love this unusual feature, too, and
Median Household Income: $49,318 use it to test their skills before hitting bigger waves on
Median Home Listing Price: $475,000
People Per Household: 2.22 the Payette.
Driving Distance to Boise: 2.2 miles The Greenbelt, a riverside path that winds its way
through Boise, Garden City, and Eagle, is one of the
most popular things to do in town. On any given day, in
any weather, you’ll find walkers, runners, and cyclists
Cruise the Craft Beverage Corridor taking advantage of this beautiful thoroughfare.
Ask a Treasure Valley resident about Garden City
and they’ll start talking about their favorite beverage. Live In the ‘Village’
That’s because Garden City is home to some of the Garden City residents refer to the town as a “village,”
most inventive wineries, breweries, and cideries in the and it can definitely feel like one. You’ll find housing
state. The city’s craft beverage corridor is full of award options ranging from gorgeous riverside condos to
winners like Cinder Wines, Meriwether Cider, Coiled affordable single-family homes. Nearby schools include
Winery, Split Rail Winery, Bella Brewing, Crooked the award-winning Anser Charter School, which is
Fence Brewing, and so many more. The drinking consistently ranked among the valley’s best.
opportunities here make Garden City an ideal spot for
a staycation ( just be sure to use a designated driver!). Garden City is an ideal spot for people or families who
want to experience vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods
Immerse Yourself In the Arts that are unlike anything else available in the Treasure
Garden City is only four square miles, but it boasts an Valley. With plenty of access to the outdoors, and just
impressive collection of artists and makers. Locals love minutes away from Downtown Boise, it’s no wonder
the Surel Mitchell Live-Work-Create District, named that this city is one to watch.
after a longtime artist, as well as performance venues
like the Visual Arts Collective. While you’re in town,
look for the large, colorful signs that mark the Garden
City Artisans Pathway.
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