5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT LIVING IN IDAHO

5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT LIVING IN IDAHO

Editor's note: This post was written by Isaac Crace, Judit's son and our Idaho-born, third-generation Realtor. These are his firsthand observations after 25 years of living here.

From someone who has lived here his entire life

For every person who loves living in Idaho, there are about five other people who absolutely hate it. The real question is simple. Will you love it, or will you hate it?

I have lived in Idaho my entire life. I am 25 years in, and while I love this state, there are a handful of things that genuinely drive me up a wall.

If you are thinking about moving here, these are the kinds of realities you need to understand before making the jump so you do not end up regretting your…

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Boise New Construction Homes Explained: Pros, Cons, and Buyer Tips

New Construction Homes in Boise, Idaho: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

If you’re thinking about moving to Boise, Idaho and trying to decide whether a new construction home makes sense for you, this is the guide I wish everyone had before they start shopping.

Shopping online can get overwhelming fast. You start Googling different Boise builders, neighborhoods, and floor plans… and pretty soon you’re deep in forums, reading reviews from people who absolutely love a builder.... and others who swear they’d never buy from them again.

That’s exactly why I put this together.

I’m an Idaho native. I’m also a 3rd-generation Realtor, and I’ve personally walked thousands of new construction homes across the Boise area. My goal here isn’t…

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Living in Garden Valley Idaho 2026

Living in Garden Valley Idaho: What It’s Really Like (Crouch Included)

If you’re looking at the mountains outside Boise and thinking, “That’s the lifestyle I want,” Garden Valley and Crouch are probably already on your radar.

And I get why.

This is one of those places where you’ve got mountains wrapped around you, crystal clear water running through the valley, and the kind of day-to-day life where it’s totally normal to ride your four-wheeler from your house to grab coffee or run down to the market. You’ve got elk hanging out on the roadside like it’s no big deal, trout water everywhere, trail systems that feel endless, and hot springs that can turn a regular weekend into an actual reset.

But here’s what I want to do in this guide: I’m…

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Pros and Cons of Living in Boise Idaho in 2026

Pros and Cons of Living in Boise, Idaho (The Real, No-BS Breakdown)

If you start researching the pros and cons of living in Boise, Idaho, you’ll notice something pretty fast. For every person who says Boise is amazing, there are ten others online pointing out reasons not to move here.

That’s exactly why I wanted to put this together.

I just got back into the office from a listing appointment, and the sellers haven’t even been in Idaho for a full year before deciding they need to move back out of state. And here’s the interesting part, they absolutely love the Idaho lifestyle. The outdoors, the pace, the people. But there are a couple of big hang ups that are forcing them to sell.

So instead of doing another sugar coated “Top 10 Pros and…

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Moving to Boise Idaho in 2026? Here's What No One Tells You

Living in Boise, Idaho What It’s Really Like (Before You Decide to Move Here)

Are you going to regret moving to Boise, Idaho?

Honestly… you might, if you don’t really understand what Boise is all about. A lot of people show up with the wrong expectations, and that’s usually where regret starts. So let’s talk through what life here actually looks like.

Most of the time when people say they’re “moving to Boise,” they’re not really moving to the city limits of Boise itself. They’re talking about the Boise area( what we call the Treasure Valley).

That encompasses a tons of different towns in the valley like Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, Caldwell, Kuna, Star, and some of the surrounding communities.

In this article, I’m talking about what…

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#1 Home Builder In Idaho CBH Homes

CBH Homes in Boise, Idaho: What It’s Really Like to Buy From Idaho’s Largest Home Builder

If you’re thinking about moving to the Boise, Idaho area and new construction homes are on your radar, there’s one builder that probably keeps popping up CBH Homes.

And there’s a good reason for that.

CBH Homes is the largest home builder in the entire Treasure Valley and they are quickly closing in on 30,000 homes built. If you’ve driven around Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Kuna, Star, Caldwell honestly anywhere you’ve probably seen their communities and all of the red flags

In this post, I want to break down what it’s actually like to buy a CBH home, from

• what type of home they build

• where their communities are

• what the buying…

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Top Towns Near Boise, Idaho 2026

Top Towns Near Boise, Idaho: Finding the Right Fit for Your Lifestyle

You have decided you are moving to Boise Idaho.

Most people are surprised to learn that Boise is really one big valley filled with several different towns. Each one has its own feel, its own lifestyle, and its own type of people who tend to love it.

Some are slower and more country.
Some feel newer, polished, and packed with amenities.
Some are quiet and tucked away.
Some are busy and close to everything.

My goal here is simple. By the time you finish reading this, I want you to have a totally different perspective on the Boise area and maybe even change your mind about where you think you want to live.

Living in Meridian, Idaho

Meridian is right in the center of…

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