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May
21

Fire Safety for Boise-Area Homes: Simple Steps to Protect Your Home and Neighborhood

For homeowners in Boise, Eagle, Meridian, and especially neighborhoods near the Foothills, fire safety is not just an indoor issue. It is about the whole property — the roof, gutters, landscaping, fencing, decks, access points, and the first few feet around the home.

The good news: many Ada County residents have access to free fire prevention and home safety services, including wildfire evaluations, smoke alarm help, chipping programs, fall prevention walkthroughs, and emergency alerts.

Start Here: Top Fire Safety To-Dos

1. Clear the first 5 feet around your home

This is one of the most important areas for wildfire prevention. Remove dry leaves, bark mulch, pine needles, weeds, firewood, cardboard, and anything flammable from directly next to the house.

2. Clean your roof and gutters

Dry leaves, pine needles, and debr...

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May
21

The Thoughtful Downsizer: How to Simplify Your Next Chapter Without Losing Control

There comes a point when a home that once felt perfect starts to feel like a lot.

Maybe the yard takes more energy than it used to. Maybe the stairs are becoming annoying. Maybe there are rooms you rarely use anymore. Maybe you are ready for more freedom, less upkeep, and a home that fits the way you want to live now.

That does not mean you have failed.

It does not mean you are "too old" for your home.

It simply means your life has changed — and your home may need to change with it.

For many homeowners, the idea of downsizing brings up mixed emotions. There can be excitement about a simpler lifestyle, but als...

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May
21

Your Move, Your Voice

A gentle guide for talking with your caregiver or loved ones about what matters most to you

Moving, downsizing, or transitioning into senior living can bring up a lot of emotions. You may feel ready, unsure, relieved, frustrated, overwhelmed, or all of those at once.

This guide is here to help you talk with the people supporting you so they understand your wishes, your pace, your concerns, and your priorities.

You deserve to be heard.

1. Start With What You Want Them to Know

Before talking about boxes, furniture, paperwork, or timelines, begin with how you feel.

You might say:

"I know changes need to hap...

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May
20


From Our Friends At Boise Regional REALTORS®

ADA COUNTY

MEDIAN SALES PRICE —

  • While overall sales prices remained relatively flat in April, the gap between original list price and final sold price narrowed from about $13K in March to $8K in April.
  • The median sales price of newer resale homes (under 20 years old)) sold in Boise increased slightly this month which may be the reason for a slight increase in Ada County overall in April.

HOMES SOLD —

  • Resale home sales increased across all age bands in April compared to March, with the strongest growth occurring among the newest and oldest resale homes.
  • There was a substantial increase in the number of homes sold in Boise this month (+32% over numbers seen in March). The average age of a home sold in Boise was 41 years old, this is 5 years older on average than the age of homes sold in Boise in March.

PENDING SALES —

  • This is the fourth month in a row that pending sales have increased in Ada County. The number of homes currently pending sale is at its highest point since April 2022.
  • Only 52% of homes currently pending sale are set to close in May, and additional 18% are set to close in June. 71% of homes set to close in May are located in Boise and Meridian, compared to 67% of homes sold in April.

INVENTORY —

  • Nearly half of all inventory was added within the last month, with Boise making up a larger share of these newer listings. If trends continue, many of these recently added Boise homes could sell in May.
  • 30% of homes in overall inventory are new homes that have been on the market for over 30 days. Over half (54%) of these homes are located in Eagle or Meridian and have been on the market over 100 days.

DAYS ON MARKET —

  • Resale homes aged 31-80 years old continue to have the lowest average days on market of any other age bracket in Ada. These homes sold after 21 days on average in March and 17 days on average in April.
  • Average days on market dropped from 31 days to 26 days for homes sold in Boise from March to April. This is the same location that saw a significant increase in sales volume in April.

"April's market activity shows buyers are continuing to engage when homes are priced correctly, especially in Boise where sales activity and pending contracts saw strong growth. We're seeing momentum build across Ada County with faster sales timelines, rising pending activity, and a steady flow of new inventory heading into the busy summer season."
~Susan Weaver, Boise Regional REALTORS® 2025 President


CANYON COUNTY

MEDIAN SALES PRICE —
  • Median sales price, $429,945, remained similar this month. The median price has ranged from $420,000-$440,000 for all of 2026. 
  • The median sales price of homes in Middleton increased by almost $100,000. This increase also came with an increase of the number of homes sold in Middleton.
  • Homes aged 31-50 saw their median sales price rise 35% to $459,500 in April following a decline in March.

HOMES SOLD —

  • 508 homes sold in April, this is the most homes to sell in Canyon County since before 2025. This was somewhat anticipated at the end of March because of the high number of pending sales.
  • The number of homes sold aged 1-5 years more than doubled in April (from 26 to 68) and accounted for 13% of the homes sold in April.

PENDING SALES —

  • 457 (53%) of the pending home sales are set to close in May which will likely lead to another monthly increase in the number of sales. 
  • Pending sales were on the market for an average of 34 days. Homes in Caldwell tended to be on the market for less time on average (25 days). 
  • Homes in Star and Wilder seem to be selling faster on average. In Star, most homes selling are new.

INVENTORY —

  • Inventory increased slightly in April. This came after an increase in March. The median price of these homes stayed the same.
  • About half of homes on the market are new homes. 44% of these homes are in Nampa, while 28% are in Caldwell, and 23% are in Middleton.
  • 70% of homes on inventory in Middleton are classified as new.

DAYS ON MARKET —

  • Every age of home experienced a decrease in average days on market except for homes aged 51 or older. These older homes increased about an average of a week.
  • The average DOM of newer resale homes decreased by almost four weeks (26 days) in March, homes 6-10 years old were also on the market for about 3 weeks (23 days) less on average compared to February.

"Canyon County saw strong momentum in April with the highest monthly sales total in over a year, faster market times, and continued buyer activity across both new and resale homes. Pending sales remain elevated heading into May, signaling continued demand as inventory and sales activity expand across the county." ~Susan Weaver, Boise Regional REALTORS® 2025 President


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May
14

Memorial Day weekend is one of the best times to enjoy everything the Treasure Valley has to offer. From patio dining and local events to time spent outside with family and friends, the long weekend is the unofficial start of summer across Boise and the surrounding communities.

1. Walk or Bike the Boise River Greenbelt

With warmer weather and longer evenings, Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to enjoy the Boise River Greenbelt. Whether you're biking with the kids, taking a morning walk, or stopping for coffee along the way, it's one of the best ways to enjoy the city outdoors.

2. Visit the Boise Farme...

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