Real Estate Investing in Boise, Idaho (83702)

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Ada County • Population: 23,981 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 83702 (Boise, ID)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (31/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.9% CAGR).
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 34.4 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

What’s happening in Boise, ID (83702)?

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $735,797
Avg Monthly Rent $1,783
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $77,115
% Renters 49.2%

Market Analysis: 83702 Boise

The 83702 ZIP covers a section of Boise that demands careful diligence. Prices near $736K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 83702 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Regionally, 83702 sits on the difficult end of the ID spectrum. The worth a close look for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

In practical terms, 23,981 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. solid returns are possible in 83702, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Boise:

D Needs Caution
Buy Confidence Score: 46/100
Affordability
0/25
Appreciation
10/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 9.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,783/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
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Property Strategy for 83702

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
2.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+7.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$237,715/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $407,117 $1,390 2.5% +6.0% $407,117
2BR $530,124 $1,660 2.3% +5.7% $265,062
3BR $721,567 $2,320 2.3% +6.0% $240,522
4BR $950,860 $2,780 2.1% +7.0% $237,715
5BR $1,193,043 +7.8% $238,609

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$807K$680K$553K$426K$299K$172KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,859$1,639$1,420$1,200$980$760Jul 2016Jul 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 83702 Compare?

Metric 83702 Boise Boise City, ID Idaho
Home Value $735,797 $469,294 N/A $465,545
5-Year CAGR 0.9% 1.0% N/A 7.2%
Avg Rent $1,783 $1,904 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.9% 2.7% - -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
1.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+0.9%
Slow

📉 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 $735,797
Monthly Rent $1,783
Price-to-Rent 34.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.9%
Cap Rate 1.9%
5-Year IRR 2.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +0.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +5.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.9%). 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
7.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+0.9%
Flat
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 83702

Population: 23,981

💰 Median Household Income
$77,115
This area
$77,115
State
$66,158
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
49.2%
This area
49.2%
State
22.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
State
-5.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
61.0%
This area
61.0%
State
11.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.6 years
This area
40.6 years
State
21.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.6%
This area
7.6%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.3%
Other/Mixed 8.8%
Hispanic/Latino 3.7%
Asian 2.0%
Black/African American 0.9%
👶 Under 18
16.7%
This area
16.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.1%
This area
13.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.0%
This area
2.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 83702

C+ Avg School Grade
10 Schools
14.4:1 Avg Class Size
$12,536 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
531 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
B Good

HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
280 Students
👨‍🏫
17.5:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
B Good

LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
247 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
B Good

WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
267 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
C+ Average

MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL

📚 Grade PK Elementary
👥
32 Students
👨‍🏫
6.4:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
C+ Average

BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,517 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
C+ Average

NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 09 High School
👥
924 Students
👨‍🏫
18.5:1 Class Size
💰
$13,620 Per Student
C+ Average

MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
34 Students
👨‍🏫
8.5:1 Class Size
💰
$9,352 Per Student
C+ Average

NAMPA ACADEMY

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
65 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$11,344 Per Student
C+ Average

TIGER LEARN PROGRAM

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
7 Students
👨‍🏫
8.4:1 Class Size
💰
$9,327 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 7,654 Off-Campus Students
C+
Boise State University
26,670 students · 4.8 mi
C
Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology
276 students · 5.8 mi
C
Carrington College-Boise
433 students · 6.0 mi
C
Boise Bible College
103 students · 6.4 mi
C
Boise Barber College
82 students · 7.9 mi
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Boise
179 students · 7.9 mi
C
Aveda Institute-Boise
93 students · 8.0 mi
D
Milan Institute-Boise
37 students · 8.4 mi

Investor Insight: With 7,654 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are rents high in Boise, ID?

Average rent in Boise, ID is approximately $1,783/mo per month. Against $736K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Boise, ID?

Rental owners in Boise, ID deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

How high is vacancy risk in Boise, ID?

Vacancy in Boise, ID is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,783/mo.

Does house hacking work in Boise, ID?

For house hackers, Boise, ID is a challenging. The $1,783/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $736K property.

How should investors approach Boise, ID?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Boise, ID. With home values at $736K and rents near $1,783/mo, other strategies can work but produce reliable rather than outsized returns.

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