Mike Brown Group

Boise is an extraordinary city with an array of benefits that entices people to visit, move and invest in the area. As the hub of Idaho’s Treasure Valley, Boise is recognized around the world for its incredible outdoor activities, cultural events, safe communities and affordable housing options. As a result of its placement at or near the top of many national lists of “Best Places to Live,” Boise Idaho real estate continues to be strong and shows no signs of slowing down. When beginning the search for a new home, some potential buyers wonder whether they need to work with a real estate professional. Particularly with advances in technology and the availability of online forms and advice, it may appear easy to master the process. In reality, however, purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial investments made in one’s lifetime and demands diligence and expertise. Errors can be very costly and only a professional can manage the process to ensure nothing goes wrong. Three bene...

The Boise real estate market continues to be among the most active in the country. With a metropolitan population of just over 700,000, the area is at or near the top of many lists of top places to live in the U.S. Two factors which are repeatedly referenced in these rankings are Cost of Living and Quality of Life. Cost of Living An area’s cost of living includes expenses from transportation, fuel and food commodities to utilities, health care and local and state taxes. Potential homebuyers must evaluate whether a city’s cost makes a move worth the money and effort. For example, purchasing a less expensive home in a city with a high cost of living means a buyer could ultimately pay more in the long run. Recent studies indicate that Boise has a relatively low cost of living as compared to other populous regions. KPMG, the global accounting and auditing giant, reported in 2016 that Boise was the lowest cost metropolitan area in the Pacific U.S. Boise home builders credit the contin...

When Americans research lists of top areas to move and purchase new homes Boise Idaho is at the top of many, based on livability, safety, cost-of-living, access to outdoor activities and other considerations. The Boise metropolitan area has an estimated population of 700,000—approximately 230,000 in Boise and the remainder split between various cities and towns in the Treasure Valley. Two cities with exceptionally hot real estate markets are Eagle and Meridian. 1. Eagle Real Estate Eagle is a distinctive suburb with a significantly higher median home price but also more estate-sized luxury homes, larger lots and undeveloped land suitable for new construction of the perfect home. Eagle is home to a larger concentration of waterfront, horse and view properties yet only a short 20-minute drive from downtown Boise. Outdoor enthusiasts love the beautifully manicured golf courses, fishing opportunities, biking and hiking trails and wineries in and around Eagle. 2. Meridi...