The 4 Best Types of Land to Build On in Idaho (And 1 You Should Avoid)

Thinking about buying land in Idaho to build your dream home? In this video, we break down the top 4 types of properties to buy in Idaho for building, plus the one type you should absolutely avoid! Whether you're looking for land with infrastructure, gentle slopes with good soil, south or west-facing lots, or properties with no HOA or minimal CC&Rs, we cover the critical details you need to know before making a major investment. Learn from real-world examples and insider tips to avoid costly mistakes when buying land in St. Maries, Coeur d'Alene, or across North Idaho. If you're serious about building a home in Idaho or finding raw land for sale in Idaho, you don't want to miss this. We’ll help you dodge common pitfalls like hidden easement issues, bad soil, and restrictive zoning that can derail your build. Contact us if you're looking for a knowledgeable local expert to guide you through the Idaho land buying process! 🏡🌲 Buying land in North Idaho, building your dream home in Idaho, and finding the best properties in Idaho starts here. Our St. Maries property listing - https://my.flexmls.com/brett/search/s... CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction to Buying Land in Idaho 00:42 - Why You Must Work with a Knowledgeable Land Agent 01:31 - Quick Health Update (Why I'm Not Walking This Time) 01:46 - #1: Land with Existing Infrastructure 03:21 - Risks of Raw Land Without Utilities 04:12 - #2: Land with Gentle Slope and Good Soil 05:23 - Hidden Costs of Steep or Poor Soil Lots 06:23 - #3: South or West Facing Property Benefits 07:41 - Resale Value and Aging in Place Considerations 08:44 - #4: No HOA or Limited CC&Rs Land 09:57 - Zoning and Building Restrictions to Watch Out For 10:46 - Properties to Avoid: Landlocked Adjacent Properties 12:36 - Title Problems and Easement Disputes 13:27 - How to Find the Best Properties to Build On 13:59 - Final Thoughts and How We Can Help LEARN MORE ABOUT IDAHO: 10 Reasons To Avoid Idaho: https://bit.ly/3UWmK7k What They Don't Tell You About Idaho: https://bit.ly/3wu7mEW Living In Boise Idaho Videos: https://bit.ly/4c5DVcP Living In Coeur d'Alene Idaho Videos: https://bit.ly/3TcAwBd 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 -SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://bit.ly/2L4TmtP​ After living here in Idaho and Eastern Washington for 33 years we make it our mission to give anyone looking to move to this beautiful place the whole truth about what it's really like living here. The Living Life in North Idaho Team helps anyone looking to move to Idaho or Eastern Washington make it happen with ease. Schedule A Complimentary Zoom Call With Us Today: https://calendly.com/livinglifenorthi... Reach out to us whenever you want, DAY/NIGHTS/WEEKENDS. We always look forward to talking to folks looking to move to North Idaho. #LivingLifeInNorthIdaho #Idaho #LLNI #Spokane Contact The Living Life North Idaho Team Here: 📲 Call/Text Direct at 208-907-5757 📲 Email: [email protected] ✅ EXP REALTY LLC | RE#: SP52326 👨‍💻- http://www.LivingLifeNorthIdaho.com See Available Homes Here - www.LivingLifeNorthIdaho.com 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 -SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://bit.ly/2L4TmtP​