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2008 BEST CITIES
Genius Realty
BOISE, ID
The Boise real estate market offers new single-family construction with today's standard upgrades and energy-star ratings in the $200s. Luxury home shopping begins in the $300s.
A quick look at where to live reveals the city's Midtown area is getting an urban facelift while the historical district focuses on restoration; waterfront properties can be found along Waterfront District and in the 'burbs of Lakeland Village and Riverside. Ranch properties and city views can be found outside city limits. See home highlights from the $200s and up.
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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Square Feet: 1,585
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Special Feature: Energy Star Rating
Shadow Hills is a 38-home master-planned, walkable, "wired" and maintenance-free community near the Boise River. Monthly homeowners association fees are $50. These custom homes include wrap-around porches, private courtyards, built-in sprinklers, landscaping, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and full Energy Star rating. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Freedom West Realty
Square Feet: 2140
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
This bungalow is to be completed in 2008 with Energy Star certification, a two-way fireplace, covered patio in the backyard and double french doors that lead to the master suite. Pictured here is the model home. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Group One
Asking Price: $375,000
Square Feet: 2,260
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Living in the Waterfront District, just minutes from downtown, is still an affordable luxury. Not only is this 2007 Craftsmen-style home "steps" from the Boise River, but community amenities include a pool and private beach. The interior features a designer kitchen and popular upgrades, plus its Energy-Star certified. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Selequity
Asking Price: $510,000
Square Feet: 1202
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
A two-bedroom with city views can be bought for about a half-million; try finding that deal in the east coast's Big Apple. Downtown living offers a walkable and maintenance-free lifestyle. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Silverhawk Realty
Asking Price: $625,000
Square Feet: 3885
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3.5
This Hills Boro neighborhood property in northwest Boise sits on three quarters of an acre. In addition to designer landscaping, the grounds also feature a pool, hot tub, wrap-around porch and elevated views. Inside, the home has a gourmet kitchen and an abundance of windows. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Genius Realty
Asking Price: $674,900
Square Feet: 3350
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.5
This one-acre home in Hidden Springs (a 1,844-acre planned community in the Dry Creek Valley, just north of downtown Boise) was designed for a modern lifestyle with a focus on entertaining and architectural style. Highlights include floor-to-ceiling tinted windows, central vacuum, a covered porch and outdoor fireplace (photo and views pictured on first slide). 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
John L. Scott
Asking Price: $699,000
Square Feet: 3,925
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
This two-story single-family sits on more than five acres overlooking the Boise Valley. In addition to views, the property is designed in the tradition of a French country estate. The grounds include landscaping with rock and water features, a green house and detached garages. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
Coldwell Banker
Asking Price: $700,000
Square Feet: 4490
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Located on historic Harrison Boulevard, this spacious 1915 home features restored hardwood floors, custom built-ins, large room sizes, outdoor bricked fireplace/grill and an updated gourmet kitchen. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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Congress Realty
Asking Price: $949,900
Square Feet: 3943
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4.5
This home in the Boise Foothills area is minutes from downtown Boise and Eagle. Several covered patios offer ample space for outdoor living and entertainment. The interior includes the spectrum of popular upgrades from flooring to kitchen appliances. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 4 Boise, Idaho
John L. Scott
Asking Price: $1,850,000
Square Feet: 5,500
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
This man-made lakefront property in Eagle, a growing bedroom community, has a lush private outdoor setting as seen in this photo. Inside there is a chef's kitchen, and architectural details such as interior columns, tray ceiling, and hand-hewn beams.
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