Ada County Market Update: Why A Calm Market Can Bring Confidence

If you've been wondering, "How's the real estate market doing?" here's our take—it's strong, it's stable, and it's refreshingly normal—and the latest Ada County market data for June supports this sentiment.

After years of dramatic swings, from the COVID-era frenzy to the post-spike cooldown, the Ada County housing market has found its balance. According to Lysi Bishop and our team of seasoned agents, this is exactly the kind of market that offers smart opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

Inventory Is Up—and That’s a Good Thing

Currently, there are about 1,318 homes for sale in Ada County, nearly 200 more than this time last year. This seasonal increase isn’t a surprise; inventory traditionally rises in the summer and peaks around August. What’s important is that this increase reflects a healthy rhythm, not an oversupply.

As Lysi puts it: When we see more homes come to market, it doesn’t mean buyers disappear. It simply means buyers have more choices. They can take a breath, make thoughtful decisions, and avoid the pressure-cooker environment we saw during the pandemic.

Buyers Are Back—With Confidence

This isn’t a market lull. In fact, May and June saw some of the highest offer activity we’ve had in years. Buyers are active, they're just not frantically bidding on every listing. Instead, they’re negotiating with clarity, especially as mortgage rates remain steady despite broader economic uncertainty.

Thanks to improved mortgage spreads, today’s buyers have the unique advantage of locking in solid rates without being whiplashed by daily headlines. But that window won’t last forever.

More Supply, Same Demand = Longer Sales Cycles

One key trend? Homes are still selling, just not overnight. The average days on market is around 34 days, a number that reflects the market's return to a more traditional pace. Entry-level homes are moving quickly, while higher-end properties are taking a bit longer. Again, all normal in a balanced market.

Our founder notes: This isn’t a slowdown,  it’s a rebalancing. During COVID, demand far outpaced supply, and we saw 15 offers on a single home. That’s not sustainable, and we’ve corrected.

A Market Built on Stability—Not Speculation

Despite headlines from years past predicting massive drops (remember when some said Boise would fall 35–40% when inventory and rates spiked after the pandemic?), prices in Ada County have remained remarkably stable. Over the past four years, the average sales price has hovered between $579K and $610K, with small dips or increases depending on the timing.

Lysi explains: Real estate doesn’t grow in a straight line. There are always spikes and dips, but when you zoom out and look at the decades, home values trend upward—about 4% annually over time. We had our spike. Now we’re leveling. And that’s a great time to get in before the next cycle upward.

The Bottom Line: A Healthy, Balanced Market

Boise remains a market with strong fundamentals—steady in pricing, active in sales, and appealing to long-term buyers who want to build equity, not chase trends. The continued migration into the Treasure Valley and the area's enduring appeal only strengthen this outlook.

Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, or simply watching the market from the sidelines, this is your moment of opportunity.

As our team sees it: This isn’t a ‘wait and see’ market. This is a healthy, balanced summer market, and it's a great time to enter the market with calm confidence.