Greenleaf was named for the Quaker poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier. The city’s four founding families, who were Quaker, wanted a name that embodied the lofty ideals of their religion.
Canyon County, between Wilder and Caldwell
Approximately 900 people live in the city
Tranquil and naturally beautiful with small-town charm
If you’re seeking a place where life is unhurried and the neighbors are friendly, come to Greenleaf. Its residents enjoy the rejuvenating peace of rural life within a community that values cooperation and mutual support.Â
Greenleaf offers lots of green spaces for canine companions.
The Greenleaf housing market is somewhat competitive but not intensely so. A Greenleaf home spends an average of 20 days on the market before selling.
Renting a two-bedroom unit in Greenleaf costs around $1,170 per month, 18.2% less than the national average.
Demand for Greenleaf housing has grown in recent years, increasing prices. Local real estate includes not only subdivision homes but also ranchettes and farmland.
While there has been little new construction in the area, as demand increases, new subdivisions will likely be developed.
Because Greenleaf has no public schools, most of the town’s young people get their educational needs met in nearby Caldwell. Assuming available space, they can apply to attend any of the following Caldwell District schools.
Because Greenleaf is so small, there are few amenities and attractions within town limits. However, there are many close by.
Several distilleries, parks, farms, golf courses, and wineries are just a hop, skip, and a jump from Greenleaf. Within town, you’ll find a community center and a unique woodworking shop. Also nearby is Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Lowell, a popular fishing spot.
There are few stores in rural Greenleaf, so residents typically drive to the larger shopping centers in Caldwell or Nampa for specialty items or to stock up on supplies. However, the town does have small markets for daily essentials as well as a few unique independently owned shops.
Greenleaf has a classic country eatery that serves delicious comfort foods, such as stuffed hash browns. On Friday nights, it offers a scrumptious prime rib dinner that lasts only until they run out (and they always do). A variety of other cuisines can be easily accessed in nearby towns.
Greenleaf, Idaho, shares similar characteristics with other small towns in the area, being largely car-dependent with most residents using their own vehicles for transportation. Public transportation options are limited, but the town’s compact size makes it easy to get around. Additionally, residents can enjoy local biking trails as an alternative way to travel.
Surrounded by stunning natural beauty—the majestic peaks of the Owyhee Mountains and breathtaking sunsets of brilliant orange, red, and purple—Greenleaf offers amazing experiences for nature lovers of all sorts.
Greenleaf may be tiny, but it has big community spirit that extends to neighboring towns. For great holiday shopping, head to the community center each November for the Greenleaf Annual Country Christmas Bazaar, where dozens of vendors showcase their homemade crafts and gifts.
Every summer, the Canyon County Fair offers four jam-packed days of fun and excitement in nearby Caldwell. From thrilling carnival rides and games to concerts and demolition derbies, visitors of all ages always have a blast.
About 488 people work in Greenleaf.
Greenleaf is about 35 miles from Boise, a drive that typically takes about 40 minutes.
Greenleaf is generally considered a safe place to live, with crime rates lower than both the state and national averages. CrimeGrade.org gives Greenleaf a B+, ranking it in the 76th percentile for safety.
Below average
Too small for its own police force, Greenleaf contracts with the Wilder Police Department, which is dedicated to serving with a professional, friendly, and helpful attitude. It strives to promote, preserve, and deliver a feeling of safety throughout Greenleaf through educational and community-building initiatives.
