Spring 2025 brings slower home price growth, more listings, and slightly easing mortgage rates for buyers. Sellers are making more concessions—covering closing costs, reducing rates, and accepting offers below list prices.
Portland, Oregon, has boosted affordable housing by allowing middle housing—townhomes, duplexes, triplexes—on single-family lots, cutting costs by about $300,000 per unit. Oregon's governor aims to expand this statewide. Boise recently updated zoning to allow more housing but requires affordability and sustainability, with results expected in a few years. High costs and interest rates still challenge … Continued
In 2025, housing affordability remains a major issue across the US, straining household budgets. New data shows that in several states, housing costs now exceed 50% of avg household income, well above the 30% affordability threshold. In Idaho, rising property values have pushed housing costs to 32.7% of avg household income. Both homeowners and renters … Continued
In a hot real estate market with low inventory, competition is high for buyers. Experts determine market heat by looking at unsold inventory levels. A shortage of homes and limited new construction have kept the market in favor of sellers. Despite increased construction, there are still more buyers than available houses. Continue to full article
BOISE – Homeowners and veterans with disabilities have until April 15 to apply for property tax relief for 2025. The Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program can reduce taxes by up to $1,500 for eligible homeowners. To qualify, applicants must be Idaho residents, occupy their home, and meet income limits. Veterans recognized as 100% service-connected disabled … Continued
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Tariffs on building materials are driving up construction costs, raising home prices, and slowing the housing market.New tariffs could add $7,500–$10,000 to home costs, making homeownership harder as demand continues to decline.
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From 2018 to 2023, Idaho's housing market saw rapid price increases, doubling median home values and outpacing income growth, making it one of the least affordable states. The pandemic-driven demand and low mortgage rates fueled bidding wars, favoring cash-rich and out-of-state buyers. First-time buyers struggled, often turning to townhouses or manufactured homes. Regional price surges … Continued
2025 may present a unique opportunity for Real Estate agents despite ongoing industry challenges. An increase in inventory could lead to lower prices and more successful deals for agents.