Idaho Housing Market Shows Regional Differences as Inventory Remains Important
Idaho’s housing market continues to show different conditions across local markets, with prices, inventory and time on market varying considerably by region.
Recent data from the Coeur d’Alene Regional REALTORS® shows that the Kootenai County market remained active through August 2026, while homes continued to take time to sell.
Current Market Conditions
In Kootenai County, the median home price reached approximately $569,945 in August 2026, up about 4% from August 2025, according to the Coeur d’Alene Multiple Listing Service.
The market recorded 1,754 homes sold year to date through August, an increase of 7% compared with the same period in 2025. There were also 1,133 active residential listings as of September 3, 2026.
Homes Are Taking Time to Sell
The current data does not support describing the market as one where homes are generally selling within 28 days.
Kootenai County homes were spending a median of approximately 81 days on the market, although that represented an 11% improvement from the comparison period reported by the local REALTOR® association.
This suggests that buyers may have more time to evaluate available properties than they would in a highly competitive, fast-moving market.
Regional Differences Matter
Idaho’s housing market is not uniform. Conditions can vary significantly between the Boise area, North Idaho and smaller communities.
The Coeur d’Alene Regional REALTORS® MLS covers Kootenai, Benewah, Shoshone, Bonner and Boundary counties, providing separate market information for several North Idaho communities.
Because of these regional differences, statewide averages can sometimes hide important changes occurring in individual counties and neighborhoods.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
For buyers, additional inventory and longer marketing times can provide more opportunities to compare homes, evaluate property conditions and review financing options.
For sellers, recent comparable sales and current competition are important when determining an asking price. Pricing should reflect the conditions of the specific neighborhood and property type rather than relying solely on statewide statistics.
The local REALTOR® association itself recommends using a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to help establish a property’s market value.
Looking Ahead
Idaho’s housing market continues to evolve, but the latest local data shows that conditions are not identical across the state.
Prices, inventory and days on market can vary substantially from one community to another. For homeowners and prospective buyers, following local MLS data can provide a clearer picture of market conditions than relying on a single statewide figure.
Residents considering a purchase or sale can review recent comparable properties and consult a licensed local real estate professional for information specific to their area.