A Hidden Gem in Idaho!

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Mountain Dwellings
November 12, 2025

Welcome back to Mountain Dwellings!

This week’s edition brings us to….

Mackay, Idaho!

Fast Facts about Mackay:

  • Population: 480 (2024)

  • Nickname: "Top of Idaho” This nickname highlights its location at the highest points of Idaho, with the state's highest mountain, Borah Peak, nearby.

  • Elevation: 5,906 feet

  • Year Founded: 1901

  • Distance to Closest Larger City: 1.5 hour drive to Idaho Falls or a 1 hour, 45 minute drive to Pocatello.

Homes for Sale in Mackay:

Zillow: According to Zillow, as of 2025:

The average home value in Mackay is $313,536.

Click on each to see the full listing!

Listed from LESS expensive to MOST expensive for this area!

Less Expensive:

501 W Pine St, Mackay, ID 83251 | MLS #25-333309 | Zillow

This 1232 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 501 W Pine St, Mackay, ID.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/501-W-Pine-St-Mackay-ID-83251/242938218_zpid

4554 N 93rd Hwy, Mackay, ID 83251 | MLS #25-333713 | Zillow

This 1722 square feet Single Family home has 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 4554 N 93rd Hwy, Mackay, ID.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/4554-N-93rd-Hwy-Mackay-ID-83251/457038919_zpid

More Expensive:

801 Forest Dr, Mackay, ID 83251 | MLS #2177639 | Zillow

This 1960 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 801 Forest Dr, Mackay, ID.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/801-Forest-Dr-Mackay-ID-83251/247432262_zpid

Most Expensive:

4550 Highway 93 #N, Mackay, ID 83251 | MLS #2176730 | Zillow

This 3110 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 4550 Highway 93 #N, Mackay, ID.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/4550-Highway-93-N-Mackay-ID-83251/452283743_zpid

Closest Ski Resort:

Sun Valley Resort is just a 2 hour drive from Mackay.

-2,533 acres of skiable terrain

-120 trails

-12 lifts

Where to Stay in Mackay:

You can stay at The Bunkhouse is right on the Lost River just two miles outside of the city of Mackay.

Ranch in Mackay · ★5.0 · 3 bedrooms · 6 beds · 2 baths

Mackay Bunkhouse

www.airbnb.com/rooms/832628288602387172?search_mode=regular_search&adults=1&check_in=2025-11-22&check_out=2025-11-27&children=0&infants=0&pets=0&source_impression_id=p3_1762907382_P3t3nwJ95rvd2g_P&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=b457d70c-e15e-462c-a821-5c0327633aa6

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