So far in 2026 (through October), the median sale price is $602,500 in Bonner County, $585,000 in Kootenai County, and $489,000 in Boundary County. All three are a little above their 2025 full-year medians, and Bonner and Kootenai are slightly ahead of last year's pace on sales with two months to go. Prices are steady rather than jumping, which gives buyers room to compare and gives sellers a good reason to price it right from day one.
North Idaho market numbers at a glance
| 2026 through October | Bonner County | Kootenai County | Boundary County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $602,500 2025: $589,000 | $585,000 2025: $560,000 | $489,000 2025: $485,000 |
| Homes sold so far this year | 709 2025 total: 825 | 3,090 2025 total: 3,499 | 116 2025 total: 140 |
| Median days on market | 78 2025: 81 | 62 2025: 69 | 77 2025: 71 |
This year's numbers run January 1 through October 31, 2026, and compare with all of 2025 (January to December). Single-family homes.
Bonner County housing market: October 2026
709 homes have sold in Bonner County through October, compared with 825 for all of 2025. That's about 86% of last year's total with two months left, and 16 more sales than at this point last year. The median sale price is $602,500, up from $589,000 for 2025, and the median home took 78 days to sell, down slightly from 81.
Kootenai County housing market: October 2026
Kootenai County has the most activity in North Idaho, with 3,090 homes sold through October compared with 3,499 for all of 2025. That's about 88% of last year's total and 97 sales ahead of where it was at the end of October last year. The median sale price is $585,000, up from $560,000, and homes are selling faster, with a median of 62 days on market compared with 69 last year.
Boundary County housing market: October 2026
116 homes have sold in Boundary County through October, compared with 140 for all of 2025, or about 83% of last year's total. The median sale price is $489,000, close to last year's $485,000, and the median home took 77 days to sell, up from 71. Boundary is a small market, so a handful of sales can move these numbers more than they would in Bonner or Kootenai.
North Idaho acreage prices: October 2026
For acreage, I look at vacant land listed as 1 acre or more. Since parcels come in all sizes, I use the median price per acre instead of the median sale price.
| 2026 through October | Bonner County | Kootenai County | Boundary County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price per acre | $38,523 2025: $38,288 | $65,657 2025: $65,000 | $25,000 2025: $23,482 |
| Acreage sales so far this year | 178 2025 total: 218 | 223 2025 total: 182 | 32 2025 total: 90 |
| Median days on market | 76 2025: 78 | 90 2025: 80 | 111 2025: 114 |
Bonner County. 178 acreage sales have closed through October, about 82% of last year's 218. The median price per acre is $38,523, nearly the same as 2025's $38,288.
Kootenai County. Kootenai has already passed last year's total, with 223 acreage sales through October compared with 182 for all of 2025. The median price per acre is $65,657, close to last year's $65,000, though land is taking a little longer to sell (90 days compared with 80).
Boundary County. Acreage sales are well behind last year, with 32 through October compared with 90 for all of 2025. The median price per acre is $25,000, up from $23,482, but with this few sales, a small number of parcels can swing that figure.
Mortgage rates this month
As of October 30, 2026, BECU's published APRs were 7.219% for a 30-year fixed, 6.645% for a 15-year fixed, 7.567% for an FHA 30-year, and 7.030% for a VA 30-year. Starting next month, I'll show how these compare with the month before.
Rates are APRs published by BECU as of the date shown, for general information only. This isn't an offer to lend. Your rate depends on your credit, down payment, loan amount, and other factors. Jeremy Brown and Northwest Realty Group are not lenders. See BECU's mortgage rates page for full terms.
What this means if you're buying or selling
Buying: Prices are up only a few percent from last year, and in Bonner and Boundary the typical home is on the market for two and a half months. That gives you time to look, compare, and make a thoughtful offer. With rates above 7%, it's worth getting pre-approved early so you know your real monthly payment before you fall for a place.
Selling: Homes are still selling, and Bonner and Kootenai are ahead of last year's pace. Buyers are taking their time, though, so the homes that are priced right and show well from the first weekend are the ones that move. If you're thinking about listing, a pricing conversation before you go live is time well spent.
North Idaho luxury market
The latest Northern Idaho report from The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing covers September 2026 in Bonner and Kootenai County, where the luxury market starts at $750,000. It was a balanced market, with about 15% of luxury homes for sale selling that month. The median luxury sale price was $1,037,500, homes sold for about 98% of list price, and the median home took 74 days to sell, nearly the same as last September (73). The busiest price range was $800,000 to $899,999.
If you'd like a full copy of the Northern Idaho Luxury Market Report, book a call, email me at [email protected], or call or text 208-400-5740, and I'll send it your way.
Report by The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, based on MLS data for single-family homes at or above its $750,000 luxury benchmark price.
Questions I'm hearing this month
How much does a home cost in Bonner County right now?
The median sale price in Bonner County is $602,500 for 2026 through October, up from $589,000 for all of 2025. That means half of homes sold for more and half for less. Prices vary a lot between in-town Sandpoint, waterfront, and rural acreage, so your area's number may look different.
How long does it take to sell a house in North Idaho?
Through October 2026, the median home spent 78 days on the market in Bonner County, 62 in Kootenai County, and 77 in Boundary County. Price, condition, and location make a big difference, and homes priced right from the start tend to sell well ahead of those numbers.
Are home prices going down in Coeur d'Alene?
Not based on this year's numbers. Kootenai County, which includes Coeur d'Alene, has a median sale price of $585,000 for 2026 through October, up about 4% from $560,000 for all of 2025. Homes are also selling faster, with a median of 62 days on market compared with 69 last year.
Thinking about a move?
If you're weighing a move in North Idaho, I'm happy to run the numbers for your situation. What questions do you have about the market right now?
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About the author
Jeremy Brown is a REALTOR® with Northwest Realty Group in Sandpoint, Idaho, and holds the ABR®, GRI®, REDM®, and CLHMS® designations. He works with buyers and sellers across Bonner, Kootenai, and Boundary County and was voted #1 Real Estate Agent in the Best of Bonner County 2025 and 2026. Call or text 208-400-5740.
Based on information from the Selkirk Multiple Listing Service and CDA Regional REALTORS® or its Multiple Listing Service for January 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026. Homes are single-family residential. Acreage is vacant land listed as 1 acre or more. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Jeremy Brown, REALTOR®, Idaho License # SP42491, Northwest Realty Group.
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