North Idaho Real Estate

Looking for a private retreat with no ccrs, on a county maintained road? Rolling topography with mature trees, and a seasonal creek. USFS, state land and tree farm surrounds the parcel. Outstanding rock wall for climbing at back of property. Great building spots without seeing next door neighbors. Electric and phone at road. Area of.. read more →

11 Nov 2021
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Luxury home with elevator 4 master suites, 10 acre pond, on 107 acres

Exquisite 5872 Sq ft. mountain home on 107.12 acres including an approx.10 acre pond, 50 GPM well, mountain and pastoral views near USFS. Home has 4 master bedroom bath suites & 5.5 baths. 3 levels accessible by elevator with 36 inch doors. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinets. Formal dining room, den, living room.. read more →

11 Nov 2021
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Why a Wave of Foreclosures Is Not on the Way – Sandpoint Realty

With forbearance plans coming to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures similar to what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are a few reasons why that won’t happen. There are fewer homeowners in trouble this time After the last housing crash, about 9.3 million.. read more →

Experts Project Mortgage Rates Will Continue To Rise in 2022 – Sandpoint Realty

Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in the historic-low territory. But even over.. read more →

Sellers Have Incredible Leverage in Today’s Market – Sandpoint Realty

With mortgage rates climbing above 3% for the first time in months, serious buyers are more motivated than ever to find a home before the end of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it best, saying: “Housing demand remains strong as buyers likely want to secure a home.. read more →

Renters Missed Out on $51,500 This Past Year – Sandpoint Realty

Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic: “Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 16.4 percent. To put that in context, rent growth from January.. read more →

30 acres with great mountain views next to USFS. Get away from it all! – Sandpoint Realty

2891 Morris RD Naples ID 83847 Incredible views of the Selkirk Mountains from this 30 acre parcel. Privacy & seclusion adjoining 1000’s of acres of Idaho State Lands, National Forest & Timber Company Lands. This off grid parcel is remote yet accessible and boasts a varied topography, mature trees, and dramatic mountain views. Various area.. read more →

VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams

The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help eligible Veterans, active-duty personnel, surviving spouses, and members of.. read more →

What’s Happening with Home Prices?

Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions. How much have home values appreciated over the last 12 months? According.. read more →

How Sellers Win When Housing Inventory Is Low

In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more.. read more →