Price Your Home Right

The price tag on your home is the leading factor governing whether or not your home sells and how long it takes to do so.  Review the following suggestions to learn more about how to determine the right price and give your home the best chance of selling in today's market.

  • Worth is in the Eye of the Buyer: Your home will sell at the price the buyer is willing to pay and you are willing to accept.  However, this price is not determined by what  you, your agent, or your friends think the home is worth, but rather by the buyer who decides to make an offer.

  • Price It Right from the Start:  Your newly listed home will get the most exposure to potential buyers within the first few days on the market.  After the first few weeks, interest begins to decrease.  Don't waste those valuable first days by marketing your home at an unreasonable price.Price Your Boise Home Right

  • Pricing to Low:  Don't worry too much about pricing your home too low.  Homes that are priced low are usually recognized instantly by prospective buyers as a "good deal" and home seekers will jump on them.  If you've priced too low, you will likely have multiple offers on the property, and buyer competition will bid the price up to actual market value.

  • Accurate Comparables are Key: Knowing your competition and what similar homes are selling for in the market is essential to determining the right price for your home.  The best way to get good information about the market is to enlist a good real estate agent.  Real estate agents have access to a great deal of data on active listings as well as sold, pending, and withdrawn listings.  A good agent can put together a very comprehensive report on the market in your area and give you a good indicator of the market value of your home.

  • Time on the Market Costs:  If your home is overpriced, it will likely sit on the market for a long time.  Time on the market costs you financially in extra mortgage payments paid, in effort to keep your house clean and show-ready, and in the possible loss of a home you would have liked to buy but that sold before you could sell yours and move forward. Most importantly, time on the market can cost you potential buyers.  A listing that sits on the market without selling becomes stale and buyers start to wonder if there is more wrong with the property than just the price.

  • Competing with REO's & Short Sales:  When deciding on a competitive price, you need to consider the types of sales that are influencing current market prices. If your home is in an area that has a high number of foreclosure, REOs or short sales, it will have a downward impact on the market price of your home.

  • Buyers Won't Offer on Overpriced Homes: Some sellers say, "I know it's priced high, but we can negotiate down if we get an offer."  Bad idea.  You may never get the chance to negotiate because few overpriced properties ever actually receive offers. Buyers are deterred from homes with unrealistic price tags for the following reasons:  (1) they don't want to insult the seller by making an offer that is much lower than the asking price, (2) they believe the seller knows it's overpriced but isn't willing or able to accept a lower offer, or (3) they never see the listing because the inflated price tag puts it out of the range of home prices they are looking in.

There are no hard and fast rules to selecting the perfect price for your home, but between these tips, a good picture of the market, and advice from an experienced agent, you should be able to make an appropriate educated decision...the market will determine the rest.

 

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Newest Boise Homes for Sale

$364,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,285 SqFt. ⋅ 0.04 Acres ⋅ 99000648 MLS
Discover the charm of the Peachtree community, a serene neighborhood featuring groomed grounds and walking paths, a quiet pond, and a community pool. Situated in a prime location, you are just minutes from downtown Boise and the foothill trails. This home lives large with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Complete with new stainless steel refrigerator, stove and dishwasher, washer and dryer. Breakfast bar, Cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy low-maintenance living, as the HOA dues cover all lawn care, snow removal, exterior maintenance, and the community pool. The HOA replaced the roof in (2018) the HVAC system was replaced in (2015).

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4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 3,227 SqFt. ⋅ 0.24 Acres ⋅ 99000647 MLS
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1120 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise
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Welcome to this beautifully maintained home in one of Northwest Boise's most desirable neighborhoods, where pride of ownership is evident throughout. Lovingly cared for and in exceptional condition, this custom home offers quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and modern finishes in a location that's hard to beat. Enjoy the freedom of no HOA while being just minutes from shopping, the Greenbelt, parks, and convenient access to Highway 55. The highly sought-after floor plan features all bedrooms upstairs, creating a functional separation between living and private spaces.The spacious kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing a large center island, LG appliances, an oversized pantry, and abundant counter space perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Every bedroom has generous storage throughout. Additional highlights include dual-zone smart thermostats for year-round comfort, a fully insulated garage with a steel-backed garage door and ultra-quiet opener, automatic sprinklers, and a low-maintenance yard.

10386 W Shields Ave, Boise
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3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,753 SqFt. ⋅ 0.07 Acres ⋅ 99000626 MLS
Newer construction in the heart of Boise's North End, just steps from Camel's Back Park, Highlands Hollow trail, and Hyde Park. A lush landscape welcomes you into an open-concept main floor built for easy living, with a brick fireplace, ample storage, shiplap accents, a white oak bar, and a built-in dining bench that make the space feel warm from day one. The kitchen delivers with crisp gray cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, quartz counters, and stainless appliances, all wrapped around a warm breakfast nook and walk in pantry. Upstairs, the primary suite offers its own private sitting area with room to unwind and tree top sunset views, while the secondary bedroom is flexible enough for a combined guest room home office. Just minutes from downtown Boise, this home blends walkable North End living with modern finishes throughout. The backyard has maintenance free xeriscape and raised garden beds with espalier fruit trees. Walk to coffee, Certified Bakery, and enjoy this low-maintenance haven.

2320 N 16th St, Boise
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4780 W Farm View Dr., Boise
$425,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,252 SqFt. ⋅ 0.229 Acres ⋅ 99000612 MLS
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-3. Easy 15-minute commute to Micron! Perfect for first time buyers or investors. Charming single level with functional floor plan that includes 3 bedrooms, plus a small office - perfect for working from home, a study place or for hobbies with real hardwood floors and shiplap ceilings through entry, living room, kitchen and dining plus updated bathrooms with quartz. Enjoy outdoor living in the private, oasis backyard with huge patio ideal for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying summer evenings that leads to a hot tub under a canopy of trees. Storage shed included. Close to walking path that leads to Silver Sage Elementary School. Garage with Epoxy floor and storage. Great opportunity for anyone looking for comfortable living with desirable outdoor space and RV potential.

7584 W Snohomish Street, Boise
$525,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 740 SqFt. ⋅ 0.14 Acres ⋅ 99000603 MLS
Location, charm, and a backyard that will make you never want to leave - this North End cottage checks every box. Situated just blocks from Boise foothills trail access and within walking distance of Hyde Park, Camelsback Park, and Elm Grove Park, this location is hard to beat. This 2 bed, 1 bath home has been fully updated, including a new kitchen and bathroom. Refinished original hardwood floors run throughout, and top-down bottom-up blinds let in plenty of natural light while maintaining complete privacy. The detached 252 square foot backyard office/studio with its own heating and cooling is perfect for working from home, a creative space, or a guest retreat. A 432 square foot garage rounds out the property with room for vehicles or storage. Outside you’ll find a beautifully landscaped backyard retreat with a producing apple tree, plenty of shade, and room for a small garden. This is the North End cottage you’ve been waiting for!

2520 N 26th St, Boise
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Beautifully maintained, lock-and-leave home in an exceptional East Boise setting - just steps from the Boise River, bordered by 100+ acres of public land, and directly across from Warm Springs Golf Course. Vaulted ceilings and fresh LVP flooring introduce a light-filled great room anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. The gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, a spacious island, Bosch double ovens, Thermador cooktop, generous pantry, and dedicated dry bar. The main-level primary retreat offers tray ceilings and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, frameless glass shower, and spacious walk-in closet. Additional main-level bedrooms enjoy a desirable split layout. Upstairs, a massive bonus room, dedicated office, and full bath create an incredibly versatile second level for guests, work, or additional living space. Outside, enjoy a covered patio, turf, custom pavers, and an epoxied 3-car garage. Just steps away, the newly completed Warm Springs Golf Clubhouse features a pro shop, bar, full-service restaurant, event center, and wraparound patio with foothill views. Enjoy easy access to the Greenbelt and Table Rock trails, with Downtown Boise, Boise State University and Bown Crossing just minutes away.

2524 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise
$389,500
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,260 SqFt. ⋅ 0.13 Acres ⋅ 99000580 MLS
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