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...
