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117 Alder Dr, Lowman, ID, 83637

4beds
2baths
3,264sqft
$499,117
$153price/sqft
$3,034/moest. monthly cost
$121,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Log Cabin! Borders Public Land for Hiking Adventures! Two Lots! Escape to this peaceful, well built 1980 log cabin on 4 serene acres bordering public land in the Ten Ax subdivision. With 3,264 sq ft, this spacious home features a true log interior, soaring ceilings in the great room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a large laundry room. Natural light pours through abundant windows, highlighting the rustic charm throughout. Stay comfortable year-round with a wood stove, pellet stove, and electric forced air heat. Enjoy nearby recreation at the Lowman Fishing Ponds and year-round access. A 24x40 insulated garage/shop with wood stove and electricity offers ample space for projects and storage. Additional perks include an individual well and water rights to a spring for landscape watering—ideal for a mountain retreat or full-time living. Work from the Mountains - Easy with Newly Installed FiberOptics or StarLink.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

4/10
Garden Valley SchoolGrades PK-1228.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1980

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Insulation,Log

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Oven/Range Freestanding,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom4

  • Level: Lower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Bed-Master Main Level,Den/Office,Family Room,Great Room,Loft,Pantry,Laminate Counters,Number of Baths Main Level: 1,Number of Baths Below Grade: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Vinyl
  • Fireplace features: Pellet Stove,Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,440
  • Finished area above ground: 1,824

Heating

  • Heating features: Heated,Electric,Forced Air,Wood

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,264
  • Total interior livable area: 3,264 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Office

  • Level: Lower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: RP07002003006A, RP070020030050

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Has view: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 4.10 Acres
  • Features: 1 - 4.99 AC,Views,Borders Public Owned Land,Wooded,Winter Access

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Door Access,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireVery High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Avalanche
    AvalancheModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Wildfire
Landslide
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Avalanche

FEMA Declared Disasters in Boise County and Idaho

Fire
Mud Landslide

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,523$30,276
Home Insurance $215$2,580
Property Taxes $97$1,164
Electricity $199$2,394
Total$3,034$36,408

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$104,022/yr
40% on housing$91,020/yr
45% on housing$80,906/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: -0.1%
-0.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$153This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 83637$202
Boise County$288

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 83637$320
Boise County$318

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

No price history available

For Sale by Agent

AgentLara Alexander
BrokerageGarden Valley Homes & Land

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