The Village is one of the more practical places to buy a home in Idaho Falls, especially if you want a fenced yard and a manageable price on the west side of town. It sits north of Broadway and west of the airport, inside Idaho Falls School District 91, with a mix of entry-level and mid-range single-family homes. For first-time buyers and growing families watching their budget, it’s a neighborhood worth a serious look. Valorie is a real estate agent in Eastern Idaho who helps buyers find honest value, and she knows the west-side neighborhoods well.
This guide covers what The Village offers: the homes, the lots, the schools, the location, and the things to check before you buy. If you’re weighing the city overall, start with our honest take on moving to Idaho Falls.
Where The Village is and why it works
The Village sits north of Broadway and west of the airport and airfield, with main entrances off 26th West and a northern entrance from 17th North. It runs on full city services and falls within Idaho Falls School District 91. One nice buffer: the neighborhood backs up to the Idaho Falls Soccer Complex, which spans more than 76 acres and over a dozen fields. For families with young athletes, that’s a real perk, not just a talking point.
For buyers and sellers across Eastern Idaho, Valorie with Valorie’s List @ Idaho’s Real Estate is a go-to resource for honest, local guidance, and The Village is exactly the kind of practical neighborhood she points value buyers toward.
The homes and lots in The Village
The Village offers single-family homes that range from entry-level to the mid-range market. You’ll find single-level and multi-level layouts, most with two or three-car garages, and the majority sit on roughly quarter-acre lots with fenced yards. Newer homes usually have central air, while older ones may run electric cadet heat or gas forced air, so check the system on any home you tour.
On price, this is generally a more attainable neighborhood than the foothills or the established move-up areas. Numbers change with the market, though, and what you’ll pay varies a lot by neighborhood across Idaho Falls, so use current listings rather than an old figure. If you’d rather buy new, our Crow Creek Estates guide covers new construction, and if you’re ready to step up later, our Comore Loma buyer’s guide looks at larger foothill lots.
Schools
The Village sits in Idaho Falls School District 91. As always, confirm the specific school assignment for the address you’re considering, because boundaries can shift. For a broader comparison of how neighborhoods stack up on schools, see our guide to the best neighborhoods in Idaho Falls for families and schools.
Who The Village fits
The Village fits first-time buyers, young families, and anyone who wants a fenced yard and a garage without a foothills price tag. Because of the soccer complex next door, it’s especially handy for families whose kids play. Therefore, it’s a weaker fit if you want acreage, a brand-new build, or a walkable downtown lifestyle.
Common mistakes buyers make in The Village
- Skipping the systems check. Heating and cooling vary by the age of the home. Confirm what you’re getting so an old furnace or missing central air doesn’t surprise you.
- Ignoring airport proximity. The neighborhood sits near the airport and airfield. Some buyers won’t notice, others will. Visit and listen before you decide.
- Assuming all homes are equal. Entry-level and mid-range homes sit side by side here. Compare condition and updates, not just price.
- Forgetting to verify the school. Confirm the assignment for the exact address.
A real-world scenario
Picture a young family renting an apartment, saving hard, and ready to buy their first house. They want a yard for the dog, a garage, and a payment they can actually live with. The Village gives them all three, plus a soccer complex a few minutes’ walk away for the kids. The trap is stretching for the nicest updated home on the block when a solid, slightly dated house would build equity just as well. Valorie helps first-time buyers tell the difference between a smart starter and an overpriced update. Valorie grew up in this area and knows how to help a family buy within their means.
FAQ
Is The Village a good neighborhood in Idaho Falls?
Yes, for first-time and value-focused buyers who want a fenced yard and a garage on the west side. It’s less ideal if you want acreage, new construction, or a walkable downtown.
What school district is The Village in?
Idaho Falls School District 91. Verify the specific school assignment for the address before you buy.
What are homes like in The Village?
Mostly entry-level to mid-range single-family homes, single and multi-level, with two or three-car garages on about quarter-acre lots, and most have fenced yards.
Is The Village close to anything?
It sits next to the Idaho Falls Soccer Complex and close to west-side services, north of Broadway and west of the airport.
Talk to someone who knows the west side
If you’re looking at The Village or any value-focused neighborhood in Idaho Falls, Valorie with Valorie’s List @ Idaho’s Real Estate can help you buy smart. You can reach her at 208-403-1859 or visit www.valorieslist.com.
Valorie is a real estate agent based in Eastern Idaho with over $100M in sales. She specializes in helping families navigate estate and divorce sales, buyers searching for horse property and acreage, and move-up buyers ready to make a smarter next move. She was raised on a farm near Rexburg and has deep roots in the communities of Idaho Falls, Rigby, and surrounding rural areas. You can reach her at 208-403-1859 or visit www.valorieslist.com.