Cheapest Cities in Idaho 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Idaho

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	State Line	$62K	7 days	—	N/A
2	Carey	$92K	226 days	2.0 mo	N/A
3	Drummond	$100K	987 days	—	N/A
4	Bovill	$112K	18 days	—	N/A
5	Kendrick	$115K	2 days	2.0 mo	N/A
6	Minidoka	$120K	146 days	1.0 mo	N/A
7	Butte City	$135K	83 days	—	N/A
8	Atomic City	$139K	51 days	—	N/A
9	Sweetwater	$140K	33 days	—	N/A
10	Aberdeen	$150K	4 days	9.0 mo	N/A
11	Placerville	$157K	1 days	—	N/A
12	East Hope	$173K	59 days	6.0 mo	N/A
13	Arco	$175K	10 days	14.0 mo	N/A
14	Bruneau	$179K	170 days	—	N/A
15	Idaho City	$189K	548 days	1.0 mo	N/A
16	Hazelton	$195K	213 days	—	N/A
17	Fairfield	$215K	121 days	0.7 mo	N/A
18	Deary	$225K	17 days	—	N/A
19	Eden	$229K	84 days	—	N/A
20	Filer	$232K	15 days	1.3 mo	N/A
21	Arbon Valley	$235K	440 days	4.0 mo	N/A
22	Oakley	$235K	10 days	3.0 mo	N/A
23	Lapwai	$236K	8 days	—	N/A
24	Hamer	$240K	313 days	—	N/A
25	Potlatch	$240K	611 days	1.0 mo	N/A
26	Teton	$245K	169 days	1.0 mo	N/A
27	Mud Lake	$255K	113 days	—	N/A
28	Peck	$255K	56 days	—	N/A
29	Paul	$257K	24 days	2.0 mo	N/A
30	Grand View	$260K	16 days	—	N/A
31	Oxford	$260K	61 days	—	N/A
32	Hansen	$263K	72 days	1.0 mo	N/A
33	Moore	$265K	12 days	—	N/A
34	Murphy	$265K	5057 days	—	N/A
35	Castleford	$267K	12 days	—	N/A
36	Downey	$270K	7 days	7.0 mo	N/A
37	Acequia	$273K	4 days	—	N/A
38	Buhl	$274K	74 days	3.4 mo	N/A
39	St. Anthony	$274K	66 days	5.5 mo	N/A
40	Clifton	$280K	39 days	—	N/A
41	Murtaugh	$294K	31 days	—	N/A
42	Glenns Ferry	$298K	139 days	1.4 mo	N/A
43	Firth	$299K	3 days	1.0 mo	N/A
44	Parker	$299K	68 days	1.0 mo	N/A
45	Rockland	$299K	59 days	—	N/A
46	Clark Fork	$300K	119 days	2.0 mo	N/A
47	Blackfoot	$305K	54 days	3.5 mo	+6.1%
48	Declo	$310K	14 days	—	N/A
49	Pocatello	$310K	50 days	2.9 mo	-2.3%
50	Ashton	$311K	135 days	6.0 mo	N/A
51	Jerome	$315K	61 days	2.7 mo	-7.1%
52	Burley	$319K	35 days	1.1 mo	N/A
53	Hollister	$319K	46 days	0.5 mo	N/A
54	Malta	$320K	14 days	—	N/A
55	Rupert	$320K	67 days	1.9 mo	+8.1%
56	Rigby	$322K	88 days	5.0 mo	N/A
57	Greenleaf	$330K	57 days	—	N/A
58	Payette	$330K	63 days	0.9 mo	+14.4%
59	Culdesac	$333K	28 days	—	N/A
60	Wilder	$334K	29 days	1.5 mo	N/A
61	Twin Falls	$335K	71 days	3.1 mo	-1.5%
62	Mountain Home	$336K	96 days	1.9 mo	-7.2%
63	Ririe	$337K	23 days	2.0 mo	N/A
64	Troy	$339K	49 days	2.0 mo	N/A
65	Ponderay	$340K	1 days	11.0 mo	N/A
66	Worley	$340K	6 days	2.0 mo	N/A
67	American Falls	$344K	97 days	8.0 mo	N/A
68	Inkom	$347K	84 days	5.0 mo	N/A
69	Emmett	$350K	99 days	2.5 mo	-10.3%
70	Heyburn	$350K	89 days	2.3 mo	N/A
71	Melba	$353K	74 days	2.0 mo	N/A
72	Idaho Falls	$359K	65 days	3.1 mo	-10.1%
73	Genesee	$360K	64 days	4.0 mo	N/A
74	Albion	$365K	37 days	2.0 mo	N/A
75	Newdale	$365K	26 days	1.0 mo	N/A
76	Onaway	$365K	3 days	—	N/A
77	Notus	$370K	622 days	—	N/A
78	Rexburg	$370K	71 days	3.9 mo	-9.2%
79	Priest River	$375K	20 days	4.0 mo	N/A
80	Lewiston	$379K	48 days	2.7 mo	-2.9%
81	Banks	$380K	304 days	—	N/A
82	Weston	$382K	136 days	—	N/A
83	Chubbuck	$385K	81 days	2.9 mo	+1.3%
84	Juliaetta	$390K	125 days	1.0 mo	N/A
85	Fruitland	$395K	67 days	2.4 mo	+23.3%
86	Huetter	$395K	35 days	—	N/A
87	Irwin	$399K	156 days	7.0 mo	N/A
88	Basalt	$400K	91 days	2.0 mo	N/A
89	Caldwell	$405K	87 days	1.4 mo	+5.2%
90	Rockford	$411K	84 days	0.5 mo	N/A
91	Kimberly	$412K	54 days	3.0 mo	N/A
92	Marsing	$418K	61 days	1.0 mo	N/A
93	Franklin	$421K	48 days	1.0 mo	N/A
94	New Plymouth	$422K	215 days	9.0 mo	N/A
95	Iona	$422K	36 days	0.8 mo	N/A
96	Moreland	$424K	150 days	—	N/A
97	Hope	$425K	133 days	3.0 mo	N/A
98	Lowman	$425K	415 days	—	N/A
99	Parma	$425K	22 days	3.7 mo	N/A
100	Roberts	$425K	119 days	—	N/A

Affordable Housing in Idaho

Looking for affordable housing in Idaho? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is State Line with a median price of $62K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Idaho?

The most affordable cities in Idaho are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Idaho?

Affordable Idaho cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Idaho cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Idaho cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Idaho's cheapest cities?

In Idaho's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Idaho a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Idaho cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

Find Real Estate Agents

Popular States

Find by Specialty

Real Estate Guides & Resources

Buying

Selling

Agents

Market Tools

Housing Market Intelligence

Market Data

Best Time to Buy

Analysis

Cheapest Cities in Idaho

Top 10 Most Affordable