The story of this market
The typical home in Boise, Idaho sells for about $545,000, or $331 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 12 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,403 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+5.3%
ID · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Boise, Idaho
Boise's housing market remains tight with low inventory and steady price appreciation, driven by strong demand and limited supply. While mortgage rates have impacted affordability, the city's robust job market and high quality of life continue to attract new residents. The market is currently characterized by quick sales and competitive bidding for well-priced homes.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Boise yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 8 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 0.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 113 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
7% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 95.24% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 9.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.410 mi
- Roaring Springs Water Park4.49.9 mi
- Shindig Farms4.620.5 mi
- Fly High Boise Trampoline Park4.53.7 mi
- K1 Speed Boise4.58.1 mi
- Ford Idaho Center4.315.3 mi
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.410 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.17.4 mi
- Expo Idaho4.54.4 mi
- Albertsons Stadium4.60.9 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.71 mi
- Zoo Boise4.20.5 mi
- Cinemark Majestic Cinemas4.58.5 mi
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.410 mi
- Settlers' Park4.79.9 mi
- Old Idaho Penitentiary Site4.82.2 mi
- Freak Alley Gallery4.70.2 mi
- Hyde Park4.81.1 mi
- Warhawk Air Museum4.916.2 mi
- Discovery Center of Idaho4.40.5 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.71 mi
- Zoo Boise4.20.5 mi
- Settlers' Park4.79.9 mi
- Camel’s Back Park4.81.4 mi
- Discovery Park4.89.6 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.17.4 mi
- Falcon Crest Golf Club4.110 mi
- Warm Springs Golf Course4.42.4 mi
- Quail Hollow Golf Course4.43.5 mi
- Hillcrest Country Club4.52.7 mi
- Boise Towne Square4.33.9 mi
- The Village at Meridian4.67.4 mi
- WinCo Foods4.50.5 mi
- Albertsons Market Street4.67.4 mi
- WinCo Foods4.54.2 mi
- Boise Airport4.53.8 mi
- SKYDIVE SKYDOWN - Boise's closest skydiving experience!4.922.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A 25-mile pathway along the Boise River that serves as the city's primary recreational artery, connecting parks and neighborhoods.
A major reservoir and recreation area offering boating, swimming, and picnicking, serving as a key summer destination for residents.
The largest shopping mall in the region, serving as a major retail anchor for the city and surrounding areas.
A popular community park in the North End known for its hiking trails into the foothills and community events.
Boise is an ideal fit for family buyers seeking a high quality of life, outdoor enthusiasts, and professionals drawn to the growing tech and healthcare sectors. The city's mix of urban amenities and access to nature also attracts downsizers and investors looking for long-term stability in a high-demand market.
The Boise School District is highly regarded, consistently ranking among the top-performing districts in Idaho. Schools in the area are characterized by strong academic outcomes and robust extracurricular programs that draw families to the city.
Boise is served by a network of major highways including I-84, which connects the city to the broader Treasure Valley. Public transit is provided by Valley Regional Transit, with ongoing efforts to improve bus frequency and connectivity.
Boise offers an extensive amenity base centered on the Boise River Greenbelt, which provides miles of trails for cycling and walking. The city is also known for its proximity to the Boise Foothills for hiking and mountain biking, as well as a vibrant downtown district with diverse dining and shopping options.
The rental market in Boise is characterized by low vacancy rates, recently reported near 3%, which has driven consistent rent growth. Demand is supported by a steady influx of new residents and a limited supply of new multifamily inventory, making it a competitive environment for tenants.
Boise's economy is anchored by the technology, healthcare, and government sectors, with major employers including Micron Technology and St. Luke's Health System. The city continues to see strong economic momentum driven by corporate relocations and a highly skilled workforce.
Boise serves as a major economic hub for the Intermountain West, anchored by a diverse mix of technology, healthcare, and government sectors. Infrastructure investment is focused on managing rapid population growth through expanded transit and urban infill projects.
The city is currently prioritizing urban infill and high-density residential development to accommodate rapid population growth. Major projects are focused on revitalizing the downtown core and expanding infrastructure to support new residential communities.
Parcels in Boise are subject to various special districts, including school districts, fire protection districts, and local improvement districts for infrastructure maintenance.
Boise generally experiences lower crime rates compared to other cities of its size, though property crime remains the most frequent offense. Local trends have remained relatively stable, with community policing efforts focused on maintaining safety in the downtown and residential corridors.
Boise faces moderate risks related to wildfire smoke during summer months and occasional high-wind events. Flood risk is largely mitigated by the Boise River management system, though insurance premiums are influenced by regional climate-related wildfire exposure.
Property insurance in Boise is influenced by regional wildfire risk and the cost of construction, with premiums trending upward in line with national market conditions.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Idaho) — Homestead Property Tax Exemption: Exempts the lesser of $125,000 or 50% of the market value for assessment purposes from property taxation. Formula: Exemption = min($125,000, 0.50 * Market Value).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov; figures represent city-level estimates.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.