Boise Housing Market
Are Single-Level Homes More Expensive per Square Foot Than Two-Story in Boise?
Yes. In October 2026, true single-level homes in Ada and Canyon counties sold for a median of $290 per square foot, compared with $250 for two-story homes. That's about 16% more per foot. They also sold faster, in a median of 17 days versus 28. If you're shopping for one level and the prices feel higher than the two-story down the street, you're not imagining it. Here's why that gap exists and how to use the number without letting it mislead you. Why do single-level homes cost more per square...
Is Boise a Buyer's or Seller's Market Right Now? Here's What October Says
The honest answer is that it depends on your price range. In October 2026, homes under $400K across Ada, Canyon and Elmore counties had about 1.8 months of supply and sold in a median of 19 days. In the $800K to $1M range, supply was about 4.1 months. Same valley, very different leverage. If you're trying to decide whether to make a move this winter, a single "the market is hot" or "the market is cooling" headline won't help you much. Here's what the numbers actually show. How fast are homes...