Nampa Homes: Looking at a 4 year snapshot It's interesting to see how the number of sales changes in a declining market and even more interesting to see what the average price does! Let's take a glance at Nampa, Idaho Home Sales for the past 4 years: Total number of single-family homes sold in Nampa Idaho in Jan. and Feb. in the following years:    2007:     315 Homes SOLD                        Average Sales Price = $182,880 2008:     179 Homes SOLD (Down 43%)      Average Sales Price = $169,562     (Down 7%) 2009:     124 Homes SOLD (Down 31%)      Average Sales Price = $146,166     (Down 13.7%) 2010:     209 Homes SOLD (Up 68%)          Average Sales Price = $120,075     (Down 17.8%) The number of sales is great for 2010, however we are looking for some stabilization for Nampa Home P... 03/05/2010

Homes in Nampa Idaho, SOLD YTD Nampa Home Sales for the first 2 months of 2010: 209 single-family Nampa homeswere sold YTD as of 2-28-2010.    9% of these Nampa homes were new construction and 91% existing Nampa homes. Price Breakdown of SOLD Nampa Homes: $0 - $100,000                       95  $100,000 - $150,000             71 $150,000 - $200,000             22 $200,000 - $300,000             13 $300,000 - $400,000              6 $400,000 +                            1 With 1163 Nampa Homes currently on the market, there is approx. 11 months of inventory available for Nampa home buyers. Search Homes for sale in Nampa Search Homes for sale in Boise Search Homes for sale in Eagle Search Homes for sale in Meridian   03/03/2010

Latest Trend Charts detailing how home values across Nampa are changing, From 2005 by quarter Nampa Idaho Home values Canyon County Idaho Average Home Sales Prices Nampa Area Home Valuues       Search Boise Home Values Search Boise Idaho Real Estate Find Boise Bulding Lots Research Boise Home Builders 01/23/2010

It seems that a lot of lien holders are coming back asking for more money than what they've previously agreed to.  I've heard about the last minute changes at the table which blows my mind.  A full appraisal was done in June (by the 2nd) on a listing. It came back at $140K. Last month the 1st did a full appraisal and came back at $150K!  That's a pretty good difference considering we're in a declining market!  Okay...I'm done venting...for now! 01/08/2010

Cozy, 1100+ SF tri-plex unit on Indian Creekwith quick Insterstate access! Just 15 minutes to Boise, Idaho, this Nampa rental is in great condition and offers conveniences to downtown and freeway travel. Water, Sewer, Trash paid by landlord. Includes, Stove, Ref, Washer/Dryer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Garbage Disp & Fire Sprinklers! 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath, newer apartment. Small fenced yard on end-unit. 6 month lease required. $500 deposit. Contact Don (call or text) 208-880-5039                        If you know of anyone looking for a rental in Nampa Idaho, please tell them about this unit! 12/26/2009

Are you looking for an experienced professional Realtor to handle your pre-foreclosure, "short sale" property?  I am confident that my experience with short sale listings will lead you to a successful ending with you and your lien holder before the bank forecloses on you.  There is much to do as a Realtor representing pre-foreclosure properties and you will benefit by utilizing an agent like me who is experienced and knowledgable with compiling short sale packets, negotiating with the bank(s) and requesting extensions on trustee sale dates.  If you are falling behind on your mortgage payments and it doesn't look to get current anytime soon, we need to talk now.  We'll discuss your options that you do have!  My goal is to help you out so that you'll have the best outcome possible and if ... 12/01/2009

2133 W Blakes Creek Avenue Nampa, ID 83686 Quit Looking and Start Moving! Home Photo Gallery Virtual Tour Property Map Payment Info Request Showing Contact Me Jaret & Kristi Ghent Office:208.327.9099 Mobile:208.953.1110 Website:Visit Website Price : $100,000 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 2.5 Square Foot : 1,568 Lot Size : 6,969 County : Canyon Property Type : Detached Year Built : 2004 MLS Number : 98389938 click for more information and pictures Property Description You can't beat the incredible price on this 4 bedroom home in a court location! Very popular and flexible floorplan! Fully fenced and landscaped including the bubbling pond to enjoy from your front porch! Nice Master Bedroom with private bath and ample walk-in closet, additional 2 bedrooms upstairs and main level 4th bedroom, P... 10/13/2009

Short Sales. What are they? Well, many of you have heard this term thrown around the Idaho real estate industry and probably have your own idea of what it means. When my clients ask me about short sales, they, almost 100% of the time, think that it means the sale of a home will go fast. Ironically, this couldn't be farther from the truth. Short sales actually takes much longer to close escrow, usually a minimum of 60 days, but more likely 90-120 days. The term "short sale" is used in the real estate industry to refer to the sale of a property where the balance owed to the bank is more than what the home can sell for.In these sales, one must get approval from the bank to sell it for less than what is owed (hence, short) and the bank agrees to take the loss (short). Short sales very long ... 10/13/2009

Nampa Parks - Nampa ID Idaho -  City Parks with Volleyball and Frisbee Course   I recently had to search frantically to find a replacement city park with a sand volleyball court . Another group had beat us to our regular volleyball court.... Great thing about the internet is the ability to find a replacement volleyball court quick. Searching all the Nampa City parks and their ammenities, I discovered a really great website... Nampa Parks website West Park was the park we were heading to....It had the most ammenities: Two covered picnic shelters(w/water and power) Playground Equipment Softball Fields (four) Public Restrooms Concessions Basketball Court Jogging and Fitness Path Passive and Active areas Sand Volleyball Court Drinking Fountain  9-basket Frisbee Course This outing I was only... 08/17/2009

MPC Computers in Nampa, Idaho after almost 20 years has issued at letter to the Idaho Department of Labor stating efforts to reorganize under chapter 11 bankruptcy proved unsuccessful and will be closing it's doors and liquidating assets. You can read the full article here. No doubt more bad news for the families it supported and the troubled Idaho economy. 12/29/2008

2008 Fall Preview Homes & Builders Home Builder Contact Address City Neighborhood Pyramid Construction Rob Pilote 330 Yellow Rose Wilder Rosehaven Stonehaven Custom Homes Mike Owsley 14113 Silver Lining Dr. Caldwell Cirrus Point Kinzler Builders & Dev Chip Kinzler 17168 McClauley Way Nampa Steihl Falls Gene Oaklund Construction Gene Oaklund 15761 Eclipse Dr. Caldwell Moonstruck Continental Custom Builders Dan Bsiley 8009 E Australis Dr. Nampa Northpointe Pioneer Homes Brian Falk 11148 W Chadford Avenue Nampa Morningside CBH Homes Corey Barton 11310 W. Cumberland River Dr. Nampa Copper River Basin CBH Homes Corey Barton 5322 Wallace Way Caldwell Aspens Cornerstone Custom Homes Travis Tindall 1177 South Barberry Pl. Nampa Barberry Place Cotner Building Co John Cotner 11597 West Norman St.... 11/01/2008

The numbers are in for July 2008 Nampa Real Estate Market. These numbers include all Single Family, Single family with Acreage, Condos, Townhomes, and Manufacutured Homes on Owned Lot listings in the Nampa MLS areas. Active listings   1401 Pending            146 Sold                   119 Average sales price $167,460 Average Days on Market  83 Sales price as percentage of Asking price  90% Sales by area North East Nampa  36 North West Nampa 34 South Nampa 49 With an average sales price of $169,460, Nampa is a terrific place to find affordable housing in Idaho.  The number of Active listings has gone down, which shows that the market is selling off extra inventory.  If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Nampa Idaho, please give me a call or text me 208-921-4800.  I am your I... 08/06/2008

One thing to consider when looking at a short sale in idaho..... The bank considering the short sale is not always willing or able to make quick decisions. One of my current short sale properties has become a thorn in my side. The bank is so overwhelmed in there short sale department that they will not renegotiate a BPO (Broker Price Opinion) for six months! In a declining market this is unacceptable. The current BPO on this short sale is $10,000.00 too high. I now have a property that is approved for short sale that I cannot sell. These banks are swimming in foreclosures and short sales that they do not have the man power to deal with. Short sales can be great buys however, as REALTOR's we need to educate our sellers and buyers on the process so they are prepared going in that this may... 07/31/2008

2008 Nampa Parade of Home Awards   Best Kitchen Category 1st Place Others Recgnized Obsidian Hunter Homes Hubble HomesBradshaw Construction Slate Solid Rock Homes Continental Custom BuildersWild River Construction Marble Hill Built Custom Homes Cotner Building Co.Bradshaw Construction Granite Stonehaven Custom Homes Gene Oaklund ConstructionKinzler Builders & Development   Best Exterior Street Appeal Category 1st Place Others Recgnized Obsidian Bradshaw Construction Hunter HomesCBH Homes Slate Solid Rock Homes Continental Custom BuildersWild River Construction Marble Hill Built Custom Homes Cotner Building Co.Bradshaw Construction Granite Kinzler Builders & Development Gene Oaklund ConstructionStonehaven Custom Homes   Best Interior Finish Category 1st Place Others Recgnized Obsidian Hu... 07/08/2008

TRAVIS ADAMS | RE/MAX ADVANTAGE | 208-353-0080 2200 Willow Point, Nampa, ID 1135 sq/ft on lg lot in quiet area of Nampa. Convenient location close to shopping, business, scools and access to Boise, Meridian. Large finished 2 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $129,950 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage 1,135 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .16 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION 1135 sq/ft on lg lot in quiet area of Nampa. Convenient location close to shopping, business, schools and access to Boise, Meridian or Caldwell. Large finished 2 car garage, Tile entry, Great distance between neighbors with potential RV area. Backyard boasts plenty of room for entertaining and has a shed with power. Large living room with plant shelves and a bay wi... 06/01/2008

Last night in a 3 to 1 vote Nampa Idaho city council took a bold step to pave the way for a much needed library in downtown Nampa.  Bold in that the funds will be taken out of the city's reseve temporarily while the court decide if the city's urban renewal district will be able to go ahead and bond for $15.5million to fund the project.  The bond money would replace the reserve funds.  The monies approved last night will allow the city to move ahead and purchase the land now. Location of the new library has been kept a secret while negotiations for the land went on.  The city block between 3rd and 4th streets south and between 11th and 10th Avenues south is the property in question. This is just the beginning of the city's commitment to revitalize the downtown area.  This move is expecte... 05/20/2008

TRAVIS ADAMS | RE/MAX ADVANTAGE | 208-353-0080 14872 Nfitzwilliam ST, Nampa, ID 1204 sq/ft NEW custom home on LARGE lot and AFFORDABLE! 1204 sq/ft Brand new home 3 bed 2bath 1/5 acre Brand new never been lived in custom home. This 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $139,950 Year Built 2008 Sq Footage 1,204 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .18 acres HOA/Maint $19 per month DESCRIPTION 1204 sq/ft NEW custom home on LARGE lot and AFFORDABLE! 1204 sq/ft Brand new home 3 bed 2bath 1/5 acre Brand new never been lived in custom home. This home has great features including vaulted great room with plant shelves, corner pantry & island in kitchen and covered patio. Vaulted ceilings with plant shelves and a covered front porch. Nice Large master wi... 05/18/2008

TRAVIS ADAMS | RE/MAX ADVANTAGE | 208-353-0080 11480 W KIPLING WAY, Nampa, ID Beautiful 2225 sq. ft. 4 bed, 2.5 bath on over 1/5 acre with over 700sq. ft. of garage. Upgraded carpet, wide hallways, Loaded with lots of extras, q 4BR/2.5BA Single Family House offered at $193,950 Year Built 2008 Sq Footage 2,225 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 8,524 sqft HOA/Maint $19 per month DESCRIPTION Beautiful 2225 sq. ft. 4 bed, 2.5 bath on over 1/5 acre with over 700sq. ft. of garage. Upgraded carpet, wide hallways, Loaded with lots of extras, quiet newer subdivision in Nampa. Easy access to Ada county. Walking distance to schools. Large master bedroom with vaults and plant shelves. Master bath boasts a large walk in, corner soaker, seperate ... 05/18/2008

Horses, Marching Bands and Floats will flood Nampa's streets this Saturday for Parade America!  This patriotic tradition began 42 years ago, and is sponsered each year by the Nampa Exchange Club. This year's theme is "So Proudly We Hail" and about 80 entries are expected.  The event will also be televised by KTVB, Channel 7. The Parade starts this Saturday, May 17th, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Nampa High School, and then continues down 12th Ave. South to Downtown.  See the full Parade Route map here.  The weather should be perfect, so don't miss this opportunity to see what makes Nampa, Idaho such a great place to live, work, and play!  Please call or text me at 208-921-4800 for information about Nampa Idaho homes for sale, or visit www.DreamHomesinIdaho.com for community info, virtual tours... 05/15/2008

This is every retailers dream and every agents frustration.  When prices were getting jacked up people couldn't wait to buy all they could afford (or not afford).  Now that prices are declining and money is cheap, it is difficult to find buyers or investors.  Obviously there are some factors that have limited the pool of potential home buyers and investors.  Requiring more money down and stricter underwriting to mention a few?  But now is the time to buy, just think of it as going to the department store when they have marked all their summer clothing down to 60-80 percent off.  The same clothes will be full price again next spring why not buy now.  The smart will buy now and reap the rewards in the spring of the housing market, because this winter will not last forever. 01/28/2008