Boise Homes with Borders Public Owned Land Lot features

Boise Homes with Borders Public Owned Land Lot features

Welcome to Boise County, Idaho, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant outdoor lifestyle, Boise County offers a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town charm. With towering pines, winding rivers, and stunning mountain vistas, this region is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. From hiking and fishing to skiing and snowboarding, the recreational opportunities are endless.

One of the standout features of homes in this area is their proximity to public-owned land. Many properties boast borders with these protected lands, providing residents with unparalleled access to the great outdoors. Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature, stepping out your door, and finding yourself surrounded by miles of pristine wilderness. Whether you’re an avid hiker looking to explore the rugged trails or a peaceful soul seeking tranquility in the serene environment, living near public land enhances your lifestyle in Boise County.

The real estate market here is diverse, offering everything from cozy cabins to spacious family homes, all designed to embrace the stunning surroundings. With the added benefit of having public land at your doorstep, these homes not only provide comfort and style but also an invitation to connect with nature.

Discover the charm of Boise County, where your dream home awaits amidst the beauty of Idaho’s wilderness. Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat or a permanent residence, living here means embracing a lifestyle filled with adventure, community, and the great outdoors. Come and experience the magic of Boise County today!

Newest Boise Homes with Borders Public Owned Land Lot features

$349,000
4.99 Acres ⋅ 98999914 MLS
Discover the perfect blend of convenience, privacy & Idaho mountain living on this beautiful 4.99-acre parcel in East Boise County! Enjoy exceptional year-round accessibility w/easy access from HWY 21, a flat approach & a great building site. Ideally located just 5min from Idaho City & surrounded by the beauty & recreational opportunities of the mountains, this property offers the perfect setting for your dream home, mountain getaway, or recreational retreat. With ***no CC&Rs***, you’ll have the freedom to create the property you’ve envisioned—with plenty of room for a home, shop, animals, RVs, ATVs & all your outdoor toys. Enjoy access to public lands while still being close to Idaho City’s restaurants, shopping, schools & other amenities. For commuters, the location is hard to beat—just 31mi from Micron & approx. 45min to Boise Airport. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a private weekend escape, this property offers the ideal combination of accessibility & peaceful Idaho mountain living.

TBD (Lot 2) Hwy 21, Boise
$349,000
5.41 Acres ⋅ 98999902 MLS
Discover the perfect blend of convenience, privacy & Idaho mountain living on this beautiful 5.41-acre parcel in East Boise County! With exceptionally easy year-round access from HWY 21 and a flat road & approach to the property, this parcel offers a rare combination of accessibility to public land and close proximity to Idaho City. The convenient location makes it the perfect place to build your dream home, mountain getaway, or recreational retreat. Enjoy the freedom to create your vision with ***no CC&Rs*** and plenty of room for a home, shop, animals, or outdoor toys. Located just 5 minutes from Idaho City, you'll have quick access to restaurants, shopping, schools, and local amenities while still enjoying the peace and tranquility of the mountains. Commuters will appreciate being only ***31 miles from Micron*** and approximately ***45 min to the BOI Airport***, making this property an excellent option for full-time living or a weekend escape!

TBD (Lot 1) Hwy 21, Boise
$70,000
1.03 Acres ⋅ 98999763 MLS
One-acre wooded parcel located at the end of a cul-de-sac and bordering public lands, offering direct access to Idaho’s great outdoors. Mature trees provide a natural mountain setting with recreational opportunities right out your back door. The surrounding area is rustic and eclectic, with a mix of property types and uses, making this property best suited for a buyer looking for an affordable piece of land with public-land access rather than a traditional subdivision setting. Bring your ideas and see the potential this property has to offer.

Lot 4 Plateau Rd, Lowman
$629,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1,152 SqFt. ⋅ 5.38 Acres ⋅ 98997036 MLS
Welcome to Elk Creek Retreat- Enjoy the relaxing sites & sounds running through the property year round from the expansive covered back deck. Inside, two large primary bedrooms with ensuites lend privacy while the open concept interior featuring custom tongue & groove vaulted ceilings, woodwork & trim give the home a warm cabin-like feel. Enjoy the breeze & views from the newly installed Renewal by Andersen™ windows, a recent $30K improvement. Buyers can enjoy the new AC, new well pump and new power panel and upgrades just installed for a $15K value addition. Outside, a historic Smokejumpers Dry Cabin is positioned for premium waterfront views- ideal for a workshop, guest room, bunk house or create a true ADU. Bordering BLM public lands, hiking trails & direct access to the air strip make this perfect for an aviator or outdoor enthusiast. Outbuildings with power, a greenhouse & a 40x50 concrete pad with 110/220 are located in the upper portion of the lot. Beyond the footbridge on the lower section is a vast timber-rich area featuring a private shared pond. Boundary lines expand to Highway 21 with ample road frontage, ideal for potential commercial use or to split the lot for future development. This is your chance to create a small-scale glamping oasis or your dream business. Home is well equipped as-is for maximum Airbnb success or suitable for a primary residence.

29 Mcintyre Gulch Rd, Idaho City
$1,000,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2,935 SqFt. ⋅ 19.6 Acres ⋅ 98996837 MLS
Imagine the life you could build in this location. Freedom, quiet, dark night skies. This very functional Idaho home has everything you need. Well water, propane forced air heat, Wood Fired stove, A/C, and plenty of room to roam. Set above the Highway on a timbered bench the home commands a solid position backed by the IDL land. Surrounded by Ponderosa Pines and positioned to take in Robie Creek you are able to live the mountain life while being just 40 minutes to I84 and BOI airport. 20 minutes to Lucky Peak and surf boating, and water sports. Take the back road along Grimes Creek to Placerville or head north to Thorn Creek for UTV adventures. Go beyond Idaho City and follow Rabbit Creek to the North Fork of the Boise and high quality fishing and dirt bike rides. Snowmobile in the winter, Cross Country ski at Whoop em up park... Backcountry Ski at Pilots Peak or Sunset. Jump on your Harley and ride the curves to Loman and on to Stanley. Call with any questions and make this Mountain Refuge your new home base. There are 15 acres on the other side of the creek and a building pad outside the FEMA flood map. Homes that cost this same number often sit on a 1/4 acre.. there is so much potential for a family compound, horses, chickens and true independent living. Create your dream set up on this canvas that is ready for its next owner. Don't wait! Make this lifestyle choice.

3079 Hwy 21, Idaho City
$178,000
2.5 Acres ⋅ 98996554 MLS
If you are looking for a property that borders the Boise National Forest, you found it! This property has a small creek at the bottom of the sloped hill and plenty of trees all around. Private well, electric, and broadband internet available. The owner is selling "as is". No HOA!

8 Klondike Road, Boise
$1,150,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4,222 SqFt. ⋅ 6.01 Acres ⋅ 98995507 MLS
Perched on 6 private acres in Horseshoe Bend, this recently built custom home showcases breathtaking river and mountain views while offering the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, versatility, and usable land. Better than new and thoughtfully designed to maximize the scenery, expansive windows fill the home with natural light and create a seamless connection to the outdoors. The spacious floor plan offers exceptional flexibility for entertaining, multigenerational living, a private retreat, or income-producing potential. Two generous flex rooms are currently used as 4th and 5th bedrooms, providing even more options to fit your needs. Outside, a serene grove of mature trees creates the perfect setting for relaxing and enjoying Idaho's natural beauty. The acreage offers abundant space for horses, livestock, gardens, RVs, and a future shop. Whether you envision a hobby ranch, guest quarters, rental opportunities, or additional improvements, the possibilities are endless. A recent road improvement behind the property enhances accessibility and convenience. Spectacular views, modern construction, privacy, and room to grow make this one-of-a-kind property an opportunity you won't want to miss.

42 Shoemaker Lane, Horseshoe Bend
$299,900
2.35 Acres ⋅ 98994684 MLS
LIVE YOUR DREAM LIFESTYLE HERE!!! The most gorgeous level building lot. Bring your own builder. Walk to the Payette River, enjoy white water rafting on local Swirly Canyon, or an epic day of adventure on Staircase Rapids. Prime location with neighborhood equestrian trails. Summer time Mountain Stage Theatre. 4th of July firework show. Cross Timber Ranch is away from the hustle bustle, and is the prettiest & most well designed neighborhood just one hour from Boise. A cabin in the woods with all the amenities. High end neighborhood with spacious lots. Evergreen trees, wild elk, eagles....this place is dreamy. Fresh air will do the body good, it's a promise! This lot is 2.35 acres and ready to bring your dreams to fruition. Public Lands of Boise National Forest & Bureau of Reclamation surround the neighborhood. Please call listing agent for tour.

Lot 31 Cross Timber Loop, Garden Valley
$365,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1,052 SqFt. ⋅ 3.045 Acres ⋅ 98993246 MLS
Your private Idaho mountain retreat. Tucked away on more than 3 wooded acres and bordering Boise National Forest land, this is more than a home—it’s a chance to slow down, spread out, and enjoy the mountain lifestyle. Spend mornings watching deer and wild turkey wander through the property, listen for elk bugling in the distance, or simply enjoy the quiet, towering pines and privacy that make this setting so special. With room for your outdoor toys and Idaho City recreation nearby, adventure is never far away. The property offers a wonderful blend of comfort and self-sufficiency with two private wells, septic, power, your own fire hydrant, year-round maintained road access, and no HOA. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or family getaway, this property offers the kind of space and freedom that's increasingly difficult to find. Inside you'll find a warm, inviting home featuring three bedrooms plus a loft, a cozy fireplace, and additional detached living space that's ideal for guests, hobbies, a home office, or extra sleeping quarters. If you've been searching for wooded acreage, privacy, no HOA, and a home where the Idaho outdoors is right outside your door, 100 Grimes Pass Road deserves a closer look. Mountain maintenance tractor available separately. BTVA

100 Grimes Pass Rd, Idaho City
$365,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1,052 SqFt. ⋅ 3.045 Acres ⋅ 98993245 MLS
Your private Idaho mountain retreat. Tucked away on more than 3 wooded acres and bordering Boise National Forest land, this is more than a home—it’s a chance to slow down, spread out, and enjoy the mountain lifestyle. Spend mornings watching deer and wild turkey wander through the property, listen for elk bugling in the distance, or simply enjoy the quiet, towering pines and privacy that make this setting so special. With room for your outdoor toys and Idaho City recreation nearby, adventure is never far away. The property offers a wonderful blend of comfort and self-sufficiency with two private wells, septic, power, your own fire hydrant, year-round maintained road access, and no HOA. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or family getaway, this property offers the kind of space and freedom that's increasingly difficult to find. Inside you'll find a warm, inviting home featuring three bedrooms plus a loft, a cozy fireplace, and additional detached living space that's ideal for guests, hobbies, a home office, or extra sleeping quarters. If you've been searching for wooded acreage, privacy, no HOA, and a home where the Idaho outdoors is right outside your door, 100 Grimes Pass Road deserves a closer look. Mountain maintenance tractor available separately. BTVA

100 Grimes Pass Rd, Idaho City
$275,000
4.91 Acres ⋅ 98992399 MLS
Discover the perfect blend of convenience, privacy & Idaho mountain living on this beautiful 4.91-acre parcel in East Boise County! With exceptionally easy year-round access from HWY 21, a flat road & gentle approach to the property, this parcel offers a rare combination of accessibility & natural beauty. The thoughtfully positioned building site provides an ideal balance of privacy & scenic views, making it the perfect location to build your dream home, mountain getaway, or recreational retreat. Enjoy the freedom to create your vision with **no CC&Rs** & plenty of room for a home, shop, animals, or outdoor toys. Located just **5 min from Idaho City**, you'll have quick access to restaurants, shopping, schools, and local amenities while still enjoying the peace and tranquility of the mountains. Commuters will appreciate being only **31 miles from Micron** and approximately **45 min to the BOI Airport**, making this property an excellent option for full-time living or a weekend escape!

TBD (Lot 4) Hwy 21, Boise
$1,175,000
31.52 Acres ⋅ 98991658 MLS
Rare opportunity to own 32 spectacular acres along the South Fork of the Payette River, just minutes from world-famous Kirkham Hot Springs and only 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho. This exceptional property offers breathtaking mountain and river views, direct access to endless outdoor recreation, and year-round adventure right out your back door. Enjoy world-class river rafting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, hunting, and hot springs in one of Idaho's most sought-after recreational corridors. With no existing structures, this property provides a blank canvas to create your dream mountain retreat, family compound, or investment property. Easy access and usable terrain make development straightforward, while the potential to split the property into two parcels offers added flexibility and value. Whether you're seeking a private riverfront escape or a unique development opportunity, this remarkable property delivers unmatched natural beauty, recreation, and Idaho lifestyle.

TBD Kirkham Road, Lowman
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