Highland Area Real Estate
Perched on Pocatello's east bench with magnificent views of the city, the Highland area is popular for its low crime rates and clean, tree-lined neighborhoods. Highland is the youngest area of town, which continues to extend higher into the foothills. Quality home construction, protective covenants, and advanced planning are trademarks of this family-friendly development.
Pros
- Views
- Clean neighborhoods governed by protective covenants
- Close to interstate access
- Low crime
- Major attractions including Portneuf Wellness Complex, Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre, Bannock County Event Center, Mountain View Event Center, and Highland Golf Course
Cons
- Pricier homes
- Some roads and driveways steep
- Higher-elevation climate
Real Estate Profile
Houses are bigger, newer, and costlier than average in the Highland area where residents love the feeling of safe suburbia. Following are real estate statistics compiled from the Pocatello MLS on properties recently sold in the Highland area:
| 2016 Metro Average | 2016 Highland Area Average | 2015 Highland Area Average | 2014 Highland Area Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sold Price | $160,250 | $225,818 | $204,048 | $219,257 |
| Square Feet | 2,220 | 2,851 | 2,766 | 2,971 |
| Year Built | 1975 | 1989 | 1989 | 1992 |
| Bedrooms | 3.7 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Full Bathrooms | 2.1 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 |
| Garage Stalls | 1.6 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.4 |
| Days on Market | 95 | 95 | 103 | 105 |