Sealed In Time: 5 Time Capsules You Can Buy in Boise

There's just something about homes that seem to never age. We love time capsule properties and love hearing the stories of the owners who take the extra care and attention to retain the authentic character of the home's building era. We've compiled a list of 5 properties available to buy in Boise that we'd consider time capsules, built in the 1950's to the 1980's. These eras defined a new architectural design, were embedded with exceptional craftsmanship, and constructed using solid & natural materials that are rarely found in today's construction. Take a moment to soak in the history and if you listen close enough, the walls may tell you a few stories.

206 E Parkway Drive

Built in the 1960's and owned by the same family, this unassuming Mid-Century Rambler is just that, a rambler. This sprawling single level design is nestled along Logger's Creek in a hidden pocket of SE Boise, where wide treecover blankets generous homesites. Inside, rows of floor-to-ceiling glass windows invite nature's greenery in, honoring the MCM principles of uniting the indoors and outdoors.

570 & 590 S Cole Road

This iconic 1970's residence proudly displays the fundamentals of Mid-Century design, although built after the era. Robust beamed ceilings are elevated by walls of glass and grounded by a stunning stone fireplace wall. Another groovy feature? It has in indoor pool!

1236 E Candleridge Drive

Originally built in the 1980's, the residence is a time capsule of retro flair, ready for updates. Although built long after, authentic Mid-Century building principles have been used and preserved, including: vaulted redwood ceilings, rows of wood windows, and remarkable floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace wall.

3507 W Windsor Drive

This quintessential 1950's all brick rambler has stately curb appeal that loosens into a casual, yet equally striking rear elevation that beckons for indoor/outdoor gathering. Rows of windows wrap around a marvelous covered patio serving as the perfect backdrop for cocktail parties.

44 S Mesa Vista Drive

Sweet and simple, this 1950's brick ranch design has a colonial flair. A true single level in the highly sought-after and rarely available Mesa Vista area, where neighboring properties pay homage to the MCM collective of homes on The Bench.