The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 83712 sells for about $859,000, or $365 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 39 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
ZIP 83712
The 83712 housing market remains stable with high demand for limited inventory, keeping prices elevated. While affordability is a concern, the area's high educational attainment and lifestyle amenities continue to attract affluent buyers. Market activity is currently balanced, with modest year-over-year price growth.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking proximity to outdoor recreation and downtown Boise, offering a high quality of life with a premium price point.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 39 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 4.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 83712, Ada County ID
The area generally experiences lower crime rates compared to the broader Boise metropolitan region, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this ZIP are highly regarded, with many institutions in the Boise School District maintaining strong academic performance ratings.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk due to its proximity to the Boise Foothills, necessitating adherence to local fire-wise landscaping and building codes.
Development is constrained by geography, focusing on infill and luxury residential projects, while the broader Boise economy is anchored by technology, healthcare, and government sectors.
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).
Residents typically enjoy a short drive to downtown Boise, with most commutes under 20 minutes via major arterial roads.
The ZIP offers exceptional access to the Boise River Greenbelt, numerous foothill hiking and biking trails, and proximity to Lucky Peak Reservoir.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, driven by high demand from professionals and limited new multi-family inventory.
The local economy is supported by Boise's diverse base, including Micron Technology, St. Luke's Health System, and state government operations.
Primary transit is via private vehicle; limited public bus service connects the area to the downtown employment core.
Development is strictly managed by city planning to preserve the foothills environment, limiting large-scale new construction.
Ada County Assessor utilizes annual market-based appraisals to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are primarily served by the Boise School District and standard municipal utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional wildfire risk and general inflationary pressures on construction costs.
Idaho continues to see net positive domestic migration, though the pace has moderated compared to the 2020-2022 peak.
Idaho is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive property disclosure statement covering known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
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.
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.414.3 mi
- Roaring Springs Water Park4.414.2 mi
- Fly High Boise Trampoline Park4.58 mi
- K1 Speed Boise4.512.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park411.5 mi
- Ford Idaho Center4.319.6 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.111.6 mi
- Wahooz Family Fun Zone4.414.3 mi
- Expo Idaho4.58.3 mi
- Albertsons Stadium4.64 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.75.2 mi
- Zoo Boise4.24.3 mi
- Cinemark Majestic Cinemas4.512.7 mi
- Regal Edwards Boise4.38.2 mi
- Julia Davis Park4.74.3 mi
- Old Idaho Penitentiary Site4.82.4 mi
- Freak Alley Gallery4.74.3 mi
- Hyde Park4.84.4 mi
- Discovery Center of Idaho4.44.1 mi
- Children’s Museum of Idaho4.613.8 mi
- Ann Morrison Park4.75.2 mi
- Zoo Boise4.24.3 mi
- Camel’s Back Park4.84.5 mi
- Julia Davis Park4.74.3 mi
- Idaho Botanical Garden4.62.5 mi
- Topgolf Boise4.111.6 mi
- Warm Springs Golf Course4.42.9 mi
- Quail Hollow Golf Course4.46.2 mi
- Hillcrest Country Club4.56.5 mi
- Shadow Valley Golf Course4.512.7 mi
- Boise Towne Square4.38.1 mi
- The Village at Meridian4.611.6 mi
- WinCo Foods4.54.1 mi
- WinCo Foods4.58.4 mi
- Albertsons Market Street4.611.7 mi
- Boise Airport4.56.3 mi
- SKYDIVE SKYDOWN - Boise's closest skydiving experience!4.926.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive paved trail system along the river.
Major reservoir for boating and swimming.
Iconic local trail with panoramic city views.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).