Shelley

The city of Shelley is located in Bingham County, Idaho and has a population of over 4.400 residents. Shelley Real Estate is usually very serene and affordable, Shelley faces the Blackfoot Mountains and rests along the eastern side of the Snake River. The city much like the state is proud of its potatoes, which the celebrate at the city’s “Idaho Annual Spud Day”. The event features games like tug of war over a pit of mashed potatoes, a free baked potato to attendees, live bands and a parade. Even the local high school mascot is a regal spud, a russet-burbank potato wearing a robe and crown and carrying a scepter.

The city’s beginnings are somewhat unusual, it all started with the dream of one John F. Shelley who wanted to open a store. A simple dream with no simple solution as there was no community nearby from which to get the supplies for building. Shelley made a deal with the railroad to make a special stop to drop off the lumber and supplies he needed, but they would only comply if he could unload the items in less than 20 minutes. With the help of Chris Mickelson, Shelley was able to manage the feat and so the history of the town began. Soon after the railroad spur was named after Shelley and in 1904 when the town was established it too took on the founders name. In September of that same year the city was damaged by a fire that destroyed 7 buildings on State Street. Two buildings survived Nalder’s furniture and a mercantile store, it was a hard blow for the newly formed city.

The city has a relaxed atmosphere and hometown appeal that welcomes residents and visitors alike. Shelley real estate includes homes for sale and rental and lease properties as well. Homes for sale range from starter homes and fixer-uppers to middle-class comfort and luxury homes with sprawling yards. As of 2009 the median household income in Shelley was approximately $40,735.00 annually and the median home value was $129,058.00. The area of Shelley is very similar to Rigby. Check them both out.

Shelley Real Estate

The streets of Shelley are peaceful and the city features several beautiful parks that encourage residents to enjoy the outdoors. There are four city parks in Shelley. Shelley City Park features baseball diamonds, picnic shelters, horseshoe pits, an updated playground area and a basketball court. Brinkman Park has a skate park area that does allow bikes and scooters, basketball, tennis and handball courts, picnic tables and a shelter house. West Side Park is well suited to small children and has new and adventurous playground equipment. Pillsbury Park has both small and large picnic shelters, playground equipment and a basketball court and is right next door to the beautiful heated outdoor Shelley Swimming pool.

Shelley is a welcoming community with beautiful green spaces and friendly neighbors. Real estate options range from small apartments starter homes to houses meant for growing families. Culture, history, and community are considered key here and houses easily become homes.