10 Best Places to Live in Idaho, According to Real Estate Experts

"If your idea of a perfect weekend consists of skiing, hiking, fly fishing, or mountain biking, there's a very good chance you'll enjoy life in Idaho. A state known for its natural splendor and outdoorsy residents, Idaho attracts the kind of people who appreciate having room to roam. With a population density of just 24 people per square mile-one of the lowest in the country-elbow room is certainly plentiful."

""The city of Coeur d'Alene, set along the northern bank of Lake Coeur d'Alene, has stunning mountain views and access to many other nearby lakes and riverways," Tyler Brown, a lifelong resident of Idaho and a real estate agent with Clearwater Properties, tells Travel + Leisure. "Coeur d'Alene could arguably be every outdoor enthusiast's favorite place to be," he adds, noting the opportunities for water-based activities, hiking, biking, and skiing at Silver Mountain, Schweitzer Mountain, and Lookout Pass."

Idaho offers abundant outdoor recreation—skiing, hiking, fly fishing, and mountain biking—supported by vast open space and a low population density of 24 people per square mile. Boise provides urban amenities while remaining within driving distance of mountains, rivers, and freshwater reservoirs. Coeur d'Alene sits on the northern bank of Lake Coeur d'Alene with stunning mountain views and easy access to nearby lakes, riverways, and ski areas such as Silver Mountain, Schweitzer Mountain, and Lookout Pass. The city of 57,355 features accessible higher-education options through North Idaho College, the University of Idaho, and Lewis & Clark State College, along with comprehensive healthcare at Kootenai Health. Home values have remained relatively consistent in recent years.

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