West Pocatello Real Estate
This is where it all began. With buildings and houses dating back to the 19th century, West Pocatello captures the city's pioneering moments in its architecture—winning the distinction of This Old House's Best Old-House Neighborhood in Idaho for 2010. With its low-cost housing, West Pocatello is a great destination for those just starting out or for those with lower incomes. You'll love the unique character of the area that takes you back to the city's roots.
Pros
- Views (west bench)
- "Old Town Pocatello" district
- Portneuf River
- Affordable housing
- Major attractions including the Marshall Public Library
Cons
- Distant from interstate access
- Older, run-down areas
- Higher crime
Real Estate Profile
West Pocatello real estate is very affordable—well below the average for the metro area. Following are real estate statistics compiled from the Pocatello MLS on properties recently sold in the West Pocatello area:
2016 Metro Average | 2016 West Pocatello Average | 2015 West Pocatello Average | 2014 West Pocatello Average | |
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Sold Price | $160,250 | $112,232 | $97,548 | $101,574 |
Square Feet | 2,220 | 1,891 | 1,918 | 1,886 |
Year Built | 1975 | 1950 | 1949 | 1946 |
Bedrooms | 3.7 | 3.2 | 3.2 | 3.4 |
Full Bathrooms | 2.1 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 1.7 |
Garage Stalls | 1.6 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 1.0 |
Days on Market | 95 | 110 | 114 | 119 |