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Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living in Boise, ID

Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living is an independent living community in Boise, ID.

Information last verified: May 21, 2026

4890 North Cloverdale Road, Boise, ID 83713

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 96 reviews

5 stars

64

4 stars

24

3 stars

4

2 stars

3

1 stars

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Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living Costs & Pricing

Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to both Ada County and the broader state of Idaho. For instance, a studio at Salmon Creek is priced at $2,185, significantly lower than the county average of $3,387 and the state average of $3,213. The one-bedroom option also stands out at $2,965, which is notably more affordable than the county's $3,691 and the state's $3,774. Even in the two-bedroom category, Salmon Creek's rate of $3,882 remains appealing against Ada County's average of $3,628 and Idaho's average of $3,599. Overall, residents can enjoy a high-quality living environment at Salmon Creek while benefiting from substantial savings compared to local and state benchmarks.

Floor plans	Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living	Ada County	Idaho
Studio	$2,185	$3,387	$3,213
1 Bedroom	$2,965	$3,691	$3,774
2 Bedrooms	$3,882	$3,628	$3,599

Overall Review of Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living

caveat 4 reviews mention this

One elevator can be limiting

The building’s elevator situation can be a hassle for residents with mobility limits.

Several residents and family members mention that there is only one elevator for multiple floors, which becomes a problem when stairs aren’t an option. One review says a resident with mobility needs could be trapped because of the overall stair layout. Another review asks for additional elevators to make the building more convenient. A similar concern is raised after a move, with the commenter noting the elevator constraint across the campus floors.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Barking dogs come up

Dog barking is a recurring concern in the reviews.

Some reviewers specifically call out barking dogs as something they didn’t like. A couple of comments connect this to day-to-day annoyances around the grounds. One review also notes an issue involving aggressive behavior toward a dog and the impact that had during the stay.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Meals are a mixed experience

Dining quality and portions are described inconsistently across reviews.

While many residents describe meals as good or even exceptional, a smaller set of reviews take issue with food quality or portioning. Some commenters say the food is bland or disappointing, with specific concerns about proteins and portion sizes. Others describe that meals depend on who is cooking, and that the food experience has changed over time. Overall, the dining reviews read as positive for many families, but not uniformly.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Independent Living

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
TV room
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Boise Air Terminal (8 miles away)
Transportation & parking

Care Services

24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Karaoke
Live well programs
Mormon/LDS services
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Boise, Idaho offers a variety of medical services with several physicians and pharmacies located within a short distance. There are also options for dining out with fast food chains like Sonic Drive-In and Firehouse Subs nearby, as well as Mexican and California cuisine. For healthcare needs, there are hospitals and urgent care facilities in the vicinity. Additionally, there are cafes like Starbucks and The Human Bean for coffee lovers to enjoy. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit parks such as Reid Merrill Park and Settlers Park for leisurely walks or picnics. Residents looking for spiritual fulfillment have access to places of worship such as the Eagle Church of the Nazarene and River Christian Church within a few miles. Overall, this area provides convenient amenities and services for those considering senior living in Boise.

Physicians

DeBlieck Dermatology (0.7 miles)
Pediatric & Adolescent Center (0.8 miles)
Idaho Perio Center for Dental Implants & Laser Periodontal Therapy - Eagle Rd (1.3 miles)
Retina Specialists Of Id (1.3 miles)
Gia Swope FNP (1.3 miles)
Treasure Valley Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center (1.3 miles)
Rodgers CTR Facial PLST Surg (1.3 miles)

Pharmacies

Mirgen Pharmaceutical (0.7 miles)
Albertsons Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
Sav-On Pharmacy (1 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
Rosauers Food & Drug Center (1.6 miles)
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (2.9 miles)

Restaurants

Sonic Drive-In (1.5 miles)
Firehouse Subs (1.7 miles)
Casa Del Matador (2.1 miles)
California Mexican Foo (2.2 miles)
McDonald's (2.7 miles)
Jack In The Box (2.8 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (2.9 miles)

Hospitals

Primary Health Urgent Care (2.2 miles)
St Luke's Imaging Center (2.4 miles)
St Lukes Family Health (2.4 miles)
Surgical Care Affiliates (3.3 miles)
St Alphonsus Regional Medical Center (3.7 miles)
Spot International (4.1 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (2.6 miles)
The Human Bean (3.3 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (3.4 miles)
Starbucks (3.7 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (4 miles)
Starbucks (4 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (4 miles)

Parks

Reid Merrill Park (2.7 miles)
Settlers Park (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

Eagle Church of the Nazarene (3.5 miles)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.8 miles)
River Christian Church (4.1 miles)

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