Real Estate Investing in Notus, Idaho (83656)

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Canyon County • Population: 687 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 83656 (Notus, ID)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $352,345
Avg Monthly Rent $1,494
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $74,000
% Renters 19.1%

Market Analysis: 83656 Notus

Investors eyeing 83656 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $352K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

For an experienced owner, 83656 can be a a strong candidate for hunting ground — but the discount at $352K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Nearby ZIPs in Notus have seen price recovery that 83656 has not matched. Canyon County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Demographically, 83656 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Strategically, 83656 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Notus:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,494/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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BALANCED MARKET
Boise City, ID Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
38 days
Average time to sell
Average
12.1%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Boise City, ID metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$376K$313K$250K$187K$123K$60KJan 2014May 2020Jul 2026

📊 How Does 83656 Compare?

Metric 83656 Notus Boise City, ID Idaho
Home Value $352,345 $352,345 N/A $465,545
5-Year CAGR 3.8% 3.8% N/A 7.2%
Avg Rent $1,494 $1,494 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+3.8%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Boise City, ID metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
39%
Days Pending
0/2
38 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $352,345
Monthly Rent $1,494
Price-to-Rent 19.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.1%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 7.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +12.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.8%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 83656

Population: 687

💰 Median Household Income
$74,000
This area
$74,000
State
$66,158
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.1%
This area
19.1%
State
22.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.7%
This area
5.7%
State
-5.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
12.2%
This area
12.2%
State
11.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
28.8 years
This area
28.8 years
State
21.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.6%
This area
4.6%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 52.7%
Other/Mixed 47.3%
Hispanic/Latino 39.5%
👶 Under 18
28.4%
This area
28.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
4.2%
This area
4.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.0%
This area
7.0%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 83656

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

NOTUS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
📍 25260 NOTUS ROAD, CALDWELL
👥
144 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,076 Per Student
B Good

NOTUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 25257 NOTUS ROAD, CALDWELL
👥
187 Students
👨‍🏫
18.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,076 Per Student
B Good

VALLIVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 16412 SOUTH 10TH AVENUE, CALDWELL
👥
672 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$10,509 Per Student
B Good

WEST CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 19548 USTICK ROAD, CALDWELL
👥
378 Students
👨‍🏫
18.0:1 Class Size
💰
$10,509 Per Student
C+ Average

VALLIVUE ACADEMY

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 6123 TIMBER DRIVE, CALDWELL
👥
116 Students
👨‍🏫
10.6:1 Class Size
💰
$10,509 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

2 Nearby
C+
The College of Idaho
1,076 students · 7.9 mi
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa
107 students · 12.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do tenants pay in Notus, ID?

Investors in Notus, ID typically see rents near $1,494/mo per month against $352K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

What is the renter demographic in Notus, ID?

Tenant demand in Notus, ID is solid. The local workforce $1,494/mo rents across most rental classes.

How expensive is real estate in Notus, ID?

Homes in Notus, ID typically sell near $352K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which stable long-term demand.

What kind of market is Notus, ID for investors?

Notus, ID scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $352K and rents near $1,494/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

Does Notus, ID favor landlords or tenants?

For rental operators, Notus, ID rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

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