Rachel Ortego

Rachel Ortego

About Rachel

I grew up in Tennessee, where my parents were real estate brokers and traveling musicians.  We then moved to Washington, DC, where they continued their real estate business.  I was fascinated with the process of buying and selling and watched my parents form long-lasting friendships with their clients and colleagues.  My dad taught me the process of restoring old homes and getting them registered on the National Registry of Historic Homes.  We lived in one of these historic homes and ran a Bed and Breakfast in another. I have always dreamed of being a real estate agent.

As we helped to develop four Christian schools across the country, my husband and I went through the process of selling, buying, and relocating several times.  This experience not only gave me a broad understanding of the process but also of the joys, challenges, complexities, and emotions that come with moving.  Since Wade became the Head of School at The Ambrose School in Meridian, we have made Idaho our home and have loved being a part of the community.  I enjoy every occasion I get to help others find their place here and to make the often intimidating process of buying or selling a home much less so. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you!  

MY CREDENTIALS

  • A member in good standing with the National Association of Realtors, Idaho Association of Realtors, and Boise Regional Realtors
  • Former Communications Manager for ACCS
  • Teacher for 20 years in Christian schools
  • Musician and former piano teacher
  • Former foster parent
  • BA in Psychology, Bryan College, Dayton, TN

MY LIFE

  • Grew up in East Tennessee
  • Two-time cancer survivor
  • Moved to Idaho in 2018
  • Married Wade in 1997
  • Three boys - two graduated from The Ambrose School, and one currently in grammar school
  • Member at The King's Congregation

MY SERVICES

If given the opportunity to serve you, I will be committed to helping you pursue your real estate goals!  For more information on our services, please click on the links below:

Buyer Services

 

Seller Services

Featured TripleCord Listings

$479,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,060 SqFt. ⋅ 0.17 Acres ⋅ 98993491 MLS
Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Middleton's highly sought-after West Highlands community. Featuring a large bonus room, and an oversized 3-car garage, this home offers the perfect blend of functionality and comfort. The open-concept floor plan provides generous living space for everyday living and entertaining, while the flexible layout easily adapts to your needs. The versatile bonus room is perfect for a media room, playroom, home gym, or additional living space. Enjoy all the incredible community amenities, including a resort-style pool, fitness center, clubhouse, splash pad, miles of walking paths and an expansive 10-acre park with plenty of room to play and explore. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and outdoor recreation, this home offers the lifestyle you've been looking for. Combining small-town charm with modern convenience, this exceptional property offers the perfect balance of comfort, recreation, and community.

1299 La Reata Way, Middleton
$650,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,274 SqFt. ⋅ 0.21 Acres ⋅ 98987557 MLS
Beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom plus office, 2.5-bath home in a prime Star location! Conveniently situated near Hwy 16, this property offers easy access into town while providing a peaceful setting on a premium 1/4-acre lot backing to a canal—meaning no immediate rear neighbors and added privacy. Inside, you'll find quality upgrades throughout, including gorgeous LVP flooring in the main living areas, custom lighting, full tile showers, and tile flooring in the bathrooms and laundry room. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features quartz countertops, a gas range, abundant workspace, and a large walk-in pantry. The desirable split-bedroom floor plan includes a separate office, 2 spacious secondary bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a well-appointed primary suite. The insulated and finished 3-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. Refrigerator, washer, and dryer are all included, making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy fantastic community amenities including pickleball courts, pool, clubhouse, and parks, adding to the exceptional lifestyle this neighborhood provides. Experience all that Star and nearby Eagle have to offer with great parks, dining, shopping, and recreation just minutes away. Sellers are willing to consider all offers. If they don't receive an acceptable offer in the next few weeks, the house will be available for rent

8911 W Purple Martin St, Star
$467,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2,138 SqFt. ⋅ 0.2 Acres ⋅ 98986816 MLS
GREAT CASH FLOW! Making $2850/month in combined rents! Rare downtown Meridian investment opportunity with immediate cash flow and major future upside! This updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,100 square feet on a corner lot just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, and downtown Meridian amenities. This house is turnkey with all the major stuff already taken care of, with new windows, new electrical, new plumbing, new mini split AC and the roof is only 8 years old! The real value-add is the fully entitled single-family homesite already split from the backyard—ready for future construction and additional income potential. Situated on a corner lot with no HOA, you will love the flexibility and space for RV parking, trailers, gardens, and even chickens. Two kitchens and two washer/dryer hook ups, this home is perfect for multi-generational living!

303 W Pine Ave, Meridian
$467,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2,138 SqFt. ⋅ 98986815 MLS
GREAT CASH FLOW! Making $2850/month in combined rents! Exceptional duplex-style investment opportunity in the heart of downtown Meridian with immediate income potential and future development upside. This property features two separate 2 bed / 1 bath units, creating a strong cash-flowing rental setup ideal for investors or owner-occupants. Each unit has it's own washer and dryer hook ups. This house is turnkey with all the major stuff already taken care of, with new windows, new electrical, new plumbing, new mini split AC and the roof is only 8 years old! The real value-add is the fully entitled single-family homesite already split from the backyard—ready for future construction and additional income potential. Situated on a corner lot with no HOA, tenants will love the flexibility and space for RV parking, trailers, gardens, and even chickens. Rare opportunity to own an income-producing property with built-in expansion potential in one of Meridian’s fastest-growing and most desirable downtown locations.

303 W Pine Ave, Meridian
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