4 Fun Facts About Meridian ID | Brighton Homes

If you’ve been shopping for homes in Meridian ID, you probably know that the area is full of fun things to do. But do you know where the name “Meridian” came from? Or where it ranks among the Best Places to Live in America? (Hint: It’s near the top!).

Read on for 4 fun facts about Meridian ID.

1. Where the name originated: When the area was first settled in 1891, it was called Hunter. In 1893 an Odd Fellows chapter was founded there. The men chose the name “Meridian” because it was situated on the Boise Meridian. The town followed suit.
2. Since 1994, Meridian has claimed the lead as Idaho’s fastest-growing city. Thousands of new people move in every year.
3. Meridian is the second-largest city in Idaho, after Boise. In 2019, about 114,680 people lived in the city.
4. Meridian was ranked at #9 on Money.com’s 2019 list of Best Places to Live in America. The rankings included 1,796 cities across the country. Reasons for the high ranking include employment opportunities, plenty of sunshine, good schools, and lots of fun things to do.

We’re so sure you’ll love living in Meridian that we’re building several new communities here. They fill up fast, though, so be sure to act soon to claim your spot in one of these great new home neighborhoods:

Century Farm – A family-oriented community with two swimming pools, two playgrounds, walking paths, and a park. It even has a YMCA and elementary school on site.

Cadence at Bainbridge – Our 55+ active-lifestyle community. Cadence offers easy living, since we handle the landscaping for you, including snow removal. This gated community has walking trails, a clubhouse with an indoor pool and spa, and planned social activities.

Pinnacle – Coming soon next to Discovery Park! Pinnacle will have a community center, a large park with an amphitheater, walking paths, swimming pools, playgrounds, and a future charter school.

Quartet – Opening soon in North Meridian. This community features large homesites and a location close to stores and restaurants. It will have walking paths, a community pool, and green spaces.

Come and see what our Meridian communities have to offer. Call 208-908-7533 to schedule a tour of these communities of new homes in Meridian ID.