Why NOT to Move to Idaho? (Unless You’re Ready for All This)
Thinking of moving to Idaho? Well… you might want to think twice. Not because it’s not a great place—but because it might be too good. Let’s be honest: if you’re not ready for open skies, friendly neighbors, and the kind of peace that makes you forget to check your phone, then maybe Idaho isn’t for you.
Here’s what we mean:
- You’ll have to get used to saying hi to strangers. Yep, people here wave at each other. Whether you’re walking the Greenbelt or shopping in downtown Eagle, small-town hospitality is the norm.
- Traffic? What traffic? If you thrive on a good bumper-to-bumper commute, you’ll be disappointed. Most Treasure Valley cities are a 15–25 minute drive from each other.
- Too much nature. Foothills, rivers, mountains, and lakes… everywhere. If you’re not into hiking, skiing, paddleboarding, or sunsets that stop you in your tracks—Idaho might cramp your indoor lifestyle.
- Four true seasons. We actually have them. Yes, winters bring snow, but that means ski season in Bogus Basin. Springtime explodes with wildflowers. Summer is perfect for backyard BBQs. Fall? Picture-perfect foliage.
- You might fall in love with your home. With a median home price of $521,000 in Ada County (Boise Regional REALTORS®, July 2025), the market is competitive but still more affordable than most major metros in the West.
At Abmont Realty Group, we help people navigate whether Idaho is the right fit for their next chapter. (Spoiler: For many, it absolutely is.)
Call Abmont Realty Group at 208-789-4320 to explore your options or get a free home value estimate.