21.91 Acres in Melba, ID - $579,000

The property offers a fully-enclosed 36 X 60 ft shop with 200-amp power, stem wall footing, insulated 12 X 12ft overhead doors, 2 standard doors, and plumbing for a bathroom.  Above the shop is a separate living quarters ideal for guests. The 615 sq ft apartment features a private entry and a kitchenette. The property also includes an RV dump, which includes a 1000-gallon sewer system for the private apartment.

The charming, single-level home contains 2,250 sq ft of living space. The welcoming front porch leads into a simple and elegant entryway through large double front doors. Just off the entry is a spacious and bright family room with French doors ideal for an office.

The main living space has an open layout ideal for entertaining.  One of the highlights of this space is the great room which has a wood fireplace on a beautiful stone surround featuring gold accents. The great room showcases built in bookcases, plant shelves, and large windows. The great room connects with the kitchen and dining space. The bright kitchen features white tile countertops, plant shelves, plenty of storage, and a breakfast bar with built in bar stools. The adjoining dining area includes bay windows that overlook the property. A convenient door just off the dining room leads to a large covered Trex deck, perfect for hosting barbecues or gatherings.

A major focal point of the home is the spacious master bedroom suite, located just off the main living area. The master bedroom features a separate sitting room that is perfect for an office or hobby space with doors that lead out to the backyard. The master bathroom features a large garden tub, a walk-in shower with double shower heads, dual vanities, and a large walk in closet that leads to the laundry room. The split bedroom floor plan also offers two additional guest bedrooms with a shared bathroom.

The yard presents easy maintenance landscaping and well-maintained grassy areas in front and back. The back patio and deck are fully-covered, as is the front porch. The property also contains raised garden beds and a chicken coop. Views of the entire property and surrounding area are available from multiple vantage points throughout the property and inside the house.

The home is located in agricultural community of Melba, Idaho. This Canyon County town lies amongst the fruitful pastures in the Snake River Valley of Southwest Idaho. Crop farming is a staple for Melba’s industry and it is even known as The Seed Heart of America for the assortment of crops its grown in its fields. These crops include but are not limited to alfalfa, peas, beans, potatoes, sugar beets, onions, corn, and grain.

Melba is considered part of the Boise City – Nampa, Idaho metropolitan area known as the Treasure Valley. While this small agricultural community may feel isolated, it is just minutes away from the amenities and services available to its neighboring larger cities for shopping and entertainment. 

One local must attend event is the Melba “Olde Tyme” 4th of July Celebration which includes a parade, car show, tractor pull, and one of the best firework shows in the state! For those that enjoy outdoor recreation, the town is close to landmarks such as Celebration Park, Initial Point, Cleo’s Ferry Museum & Nature Trail, Given’s Hot Springs, and the Snake River. So activities such as fishing, swimming, hiking, camping, or boating are within less than a 20 minute drive. For those that enjoy off roading, there are opportunities ATVing within 10 minutes of the property.