City Guide
Meridian, ID
Overview
Meridian, ID is notable for being the location of the Scentsy headquarters. The city is home to 129,555 residents, so it will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. Meridian is the second-largest city in Idaho after Boise. Additionally, living in Meridian offers more than 20 parks and mini parks throughout the city.
What’s it like to live in Meridian, ID ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Meridian, ID you'll find that the median sale price is
$539,900
and homes stay on the market for 68 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Meridian are $549,900
and $255,000
, respectively. Meridian area townhouses have a median sale price of $413,250
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Meridian, IDExplore our Meridian housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Meridian home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Meridian rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Meridian rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Meridian, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Meridian
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Southeast Meridian | $564,900 | 48 / 100 | 16 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Northwest Meridian | $526,000 | 50 / 100 | 29 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Northeast Nampa | $1,004,950 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Southwest Meridian | $440,495 | 34 / 100 | 16 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Northeast Meridian | $480,000 | 53 / 100 | 29 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Meridian
See all homes for saleRental listings in Meridian
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsMeridian Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '24 - Mar '24, 28% of Meridian homebuyers searched to move out of Meridian, while 72% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 0.50% of homebuyers searched to move into Meridian from outside metros.
- Seattle homebuyers searched to move into Meridian more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Where are people moving to Meridian from?
- 72% of Meridian homebuyers searched to stay within the Meridian metropolitan area.
Where are people from Meridian moving to?
Number of People Moving to Meridian
least
most
People are moving to Meridian from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '24 - Mar '24 | ||
1 | 1,421 | ||
2 | 1,128 | ||
3 | 506 | ||
4 | 269 | ||
5 | 264 | ||
6 | 161 | ||
7 | 60 | ||
8 | 55 | ||
9 | 53 | ||
10 | 51 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Meridian, ID ?
Some of the most popular things to do in Meridian, ID range from exploring local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Some of the more popular museums in Meridian include the Childrens Museum Of Idaho. You can also find a rich arts and culture scene, ranging from performing arts venues like Treasure Valley Youth & Children's Theater. The city is also known for its parks and green spaces like Settlers Park, Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park, Bear Creek Park, just to name a few. For a taste of Meridian's cuisine, there are a few local eateries you don't want to skip. Louie's Pizza & Italian Restaurant, Sa-Wad-Dee Thai Restaurant, and WINGERS Restaurant & Alehouse are just three of the numerous restaurants you should check out.
Explore some of the best things to do in Meridian
What's the best way to get around Meridian, ID ?
The best way to get around Meridian is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Meridian has a walk score of 26, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Meridian by bike. With a bike score of 41, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Meridian Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 9 car rental locations.
Airports
Meridian has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.