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March
6

Home Prices Decline from Last Month but Remain Higher Year-Over-Year:
The median home price in Bonneville County was $395,000 in February 2025, reflecting a 6.8% increase from February 2024 but a 5.1% decline from January 2025. This suggests a slight market correction after recent price growth.

Home Sales Increase from January but Drop Compared to Last Year:
A total of 101 homes were sold in February 2025, marking a 36.3% increase from January, indicating stronger buyer activity. However, this is still 13.8% lower than February 2024, showing a slower market compared to last year.

Inventory Continues to Grow:
The number of active residential listings rose to 353, a 50.4% increase from last year and a 4% increase from January. This suggests that more sellers are entering the market, giving buyers more options.

Homes Taking Longer to Sell:
The median days on market increased to 51 days, up 2% from last year and 14.7% from January, indicating that homes are staying on the market longer as inventory grows.

To view the Southeast Idaho homes currently for sale, click here.

February
12

Home Prices Continue to Rise:

The median sales price of homes in Bonneville County increased to $415,500, marking a 21.6% rise compared to January 2024. Additionally, home prices increased 7.2% from the previous month, showing strong price growth in the local market.

Decline in Residential Sales:

A total of 70 homes were sold in January 2025, which represents a 20.5% decrease from the same time last year, when 86 homes were sold. Additionally, this is a 29.3% drop from the prior month, indicating a slowdown in home purchases at the beginning of the year.

Homes Selling Faster than Last Year:

The median number of days a home stayed on the market before selling was 44 days, which is a 10.8% decrease from January 2024. However, this is a 22.8% increase from the previous month, suggesting that while homes are selling faster than last year, there may have been a temporary slowdown compared to December 2024.

Inventory Levels Show Significant Growth:

The total number of active residential listings in Bonneville County reached 339, representing a 45.2% increase from the previous year. This suggests that more homeowners are listing their properties for sale. However, inventory saw a slight 2.9% decrease from the previous month, indicating a marginal dip in available homes.

To view the Southeast Idaho homes currently for sale, click here.

February
8

We're thrilled to unveil our 2023 charitable giving video! Click here to watch.

At Coldwell Banker Tomlinson, our mission to lead people home goes beyond real estate transactions. It's about making a positive impact in the communities we proudly serve.

In 2023, our agents and staff proudly contributed $386,600 and dedicated 2,300 volunteer hours to communities across Washington and Idaho. This brings our total charitable contributions to over $1.25 million since 2020.

We're honored to serve vibrant real estate markets like Spokane, Boise, Meridian, Idaho Falls, and the Quad Cities (including Pullman, Lewiston & Clarkston, and Moscow). These are more than just places where families find their dream homes – they're communities we're deeply committed to giving bac...

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February
20

Savvy Ways to Increase Your Home's Value

GUSTAVO GONZALEZ, Coldwell Banker Real Estate, LLC

Whether you plan to be in your home for just a few more months or many more years, there are plenty of efficient ways to maximize your space and increase its value. This type of investment needn't require a loan, nor does it have to span any great length of time. From green living to greenery in your yard, here are a few impactful and straightforward means of boosting your home's value and appeal over the short or long term.

A Smart Move
Green is the new black. Any form of energy efficiencies and conservation in your home will inevitably be a fiscal gain. Whether you install energy-saving...

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January
23

Clear the Air

Winter's cold likely means you've kept your doors and windows closed tight, creating the opportunity for stale air and not-so-fresh smells. Scented candles and air fresheners can only go so far and will likely cover the odor, rather than eliminate it – plus, depending on what you are using, you might be adding toxins, a trade not worth making.

These tips will help you clear the air.

  • Eliminate the Source
    Did a piece of food slip under the fridge or fall behind the trash can under your sink? Perhaps you missed a spot your new puppy visited. Identifying the source is your first step in getting rid of an unwelcome smell.

  • Clean the Dishwasher
    To clean and freshen the dishwasher, place a cup...

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