Rent vs Buy in Idaho

Compare 2 cities across Idaho. Find out whether renting or buying makes more financial sense in your area.

2cities analyzed

Avg Home:$502,500

Avg Rent:$1,850/mo

Avg Price/Rent:22.6

Idaho Housing Market Summary

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Toss-Up

Across Idaho's 2 analyzed cities, the results are mixed with no clear winner statewide. Your decision depends heavily on which city you're considering.

The average home price in Idaho is $502,500, with average rents at $1,850/month. This gives an average price-to-rent ratio of 22.6.

All Idaho Cities

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City	Median Price	Median Rent	Price/Rent	Break-even	Verdict
Boise	$520,000	$1,850	23.4	12 yrs	Rent
Nampa	$485,000	$1,850	21.8	7 yrs	Toss-up

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