| A mountainous state, Idaho has become a | | | | Idaho Falls |
| popular destination for families and outdoor | | | | |
| enthusiast. If you're considering Idaho, | | | | The falls have been dammed up, but the city |
| here's a primer on the state and Idaho real | | | | of Idaho Falls is a popular relocation spot |
| estate. | | | | for outdoor enthusiasts. The city is located |
| | | | within an hour or so of both Yellowstone |
| Idaho | | | | National Park and Grand Teton National Park. |
| | | | Frankly, it is hard to tell since the |
| For backpackers, river enthusiasts and rock | | | | geography is more or less the same as in the |
| climbers, Idaho is frequent destination. With | | | | parks. |
| a mountainous profile, the state is a haven | | | | |
| for river rafting, fishing, rock climbing and | | | | Although it is a launching spot for the |
| pretty much any outdoor activity. In | | | | outdoors, Idaho Falls is a pretty sleepy |
| addition, the state has a relatively small | | | | city. If you need a strong and vibrant |
| population and prices are reasonable compared | | | | nightlife, Boise may be a better choice. |
| to many more well known states. | | | | |
| | | | Idaho Real Estate |
| Boise | | | | |
| | | | Idaho real estate is reasonably priced as of |
| Located in southwestern Idaho, Boise is the | | | | October 2005, but prices are starting to |
| city with the small town feel. A virtual | | | | appreciate. In particular, Boise is seeing an |
| secret for years, the city is gaining | | | | influx of out of staters as evidenced by the |
| notoriety and residents after continually | | | | booming real estate businesses claiming to be |
| being ranked as one of the ideal small cities | | | | "relocation experts." |
| in the United States by numerous | | | | |
| publications. Home to Boise State University, | | | | Overall, single family residences can be had |
| Boise is a modern city with a small town | | | | for the low $200,000s throughout the state. |
| feel. Tired of high real estate prices, | | | | Boise prices are starting to march north of |
| Californians in particular have been | | | | that figure and the overall state |
| relocating to the city. Of course, this means | | | | appreciation rate is in the 12 percent range. |
| prices are going up, but it also tells you | | | | For a very good quality of life, these aren't |
| the city is worth your consideration. | | | | bad figures at all. |
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