Why you'd want to live in Emmett

EMMETT, IDAHO - Just north of the Treasure Valley lies beautiful Emmett, Idaho. Descending into the Emmett Valley offers stunning views of this fertile valley. Located at the base of Squaw Butte with the Payette River flowing through it, Emmett has abundant recreational opportunities year-round and yet is a throwback to simpler times. It is an unabashedly small town with everything you need found within the city limits. A variety of delicious restaurants, a great hospital, good schools, and friendly people make Emmett the perfect place for those who genuinely appreciate quiet, small-town living. Although Emmett has grown slowly over this past decade, it remains a community of just over 7200. Tucked away in its scenic valley, it is only a 40-minute drive to Boise. Living in Emmett allows your children the freedom of walking and biking to nearby schools and parks. It is a safe and ideal place for raising kids. And Emmett has tremendous hometown pride—from its small-town, high school football games to the annual Emmett Cherry Festival. SCENIC RECREATION AND FUN Nowhere in the Treasure Valley can one find the kind of rugged beauty that surrounds Emmett. Jutting nearly 5,900 feet above sea level, Squaw Butte lies at the Emmett Valley’s north end, rewarding hikers and mountain climbers with a breathtaking view of the fruitful valley below. There are countless places to enjoy clean mountain air while camping along tranquil or fast-flowing river sections, teeming with fish and forested banks. The Payette River provides abundant recreational favorite swimming holes and hidden picnic areas. Summer events include Emmett Show & Shine followed by Cruise Night, the Gem County Fair and Rodeo and the towns most famous event, Emmett Cherry Festival. The festival was started in 1930 to celebrate the Valley's abundance. Emmett is blessed with the grandeur of nature, a friendly hometown spirit, and a wide variety of community events. via Realty ONE Group Professionals