Ada County, Idaho Real Estate Market: 2025 Year-End Recap (Prices, Inventory, DOM)
By Joan Johnston
Alt text: “Ada County Idaho homes and neighborhoods representing the 2025 housing market recap.”
In 2025, the Ada County single-family market did three things at once: sales increased, prices rose modestly, and days on market stayed essentially flat compared to 2024. That’s the profile of an active market where outcomes still come down to pricing, condition, location, and negotiation—especially for buyers and sellers operating in the same price bands.
What did 2025 look like for the Ada County, Idaho real estate market?
- 8,987 single-family homes sold in 2025 (+7.45% vs 2024).
- Median sale price: $555,000 (+2.41%).
- Average sale price: $668,371 (+3.74%).
- Days on market (DOM): 43 (vs 42 in 2024).
- Existing homes: 5,773 sold; New construction: 3,214 sold.
- Total dollar volume: $6.01B (+11.46%).
2025 market performance: the story behind the numbers
The clean takeaway from 2025 is that Ada County stayed busy. A higher number of closed sales signals that buyers and sellers found ways to transact, even with affordability and rate sensitivity in play.
At the same time, price growth was measured, not explosive. Low single-digit gains suggest demand remained supportive, but buyers became more selective, and sellers couldn’t rely on automatic premiums.
Days on market landed at 43, nearly unchanged from 2024. Well-priced, well-presented homes moved efficiently. Homes that missed on price, condition, or marketing tended to sit longer and invite negotiation.
Existing vs. new construction: what buyers and sellers should notice
Existing-home sales led the year with 5,773 closings, a median price of $545,000, and 33 DOM. New construction recorded 3,214 sales, with a higher median price of $569,990 and a longer DOM of 62.
For buyers, this highlights the different timelines and negotiation styles between resale and new construction. For sellers, builder incentives in nearby price ranges can influence buyer expectations.
Where activity clustered in Ada County
- Meridian NW (1030): 1,291 sales (14.87%)
- Kuna (1100): 1,193 sales (13.74%)
- Star (0950): 1,064 sales (12.26%)
- Eagle (0900): 911 sales (10.49%)
Countywide numbers hide meaningful variation. Pricing strategy, buyer competition, and negotiation leverage can shift dramatically by neighborhood, commute pattern, and price band.
Misconceptions and key insights buyers and sellers should know
- DOM isn’t always days to close. Many MLS systems track days from listing to pending.
- Median price is a midpoint. Different neighborhoods can move in opposite directions.
- New construction negotiations differ. Incentives often replace price cuts.
- Higher sales volume doesn’t mean every home is competitive. Execution still matters.
Important considerations before drawing conclusions
- Focus on your micro-market. Neighborhood and price range matter most.
- Watch competing inventory. Including nearby new construction.
- Evaluate the full deal. Concessions, repairs, and rate buydowns matter.
- Use stats to guide strategy. Not to replace it.
FAQ
Did prices go up or down in Ada County in 2025?
Prices rose modestly. The median sale price was $555,000 (+2.41% YoY) and the average sale price was $668,371 (+3.74% YoY).
How many homes sold in Ada County in 2025?
8,987 single-family homes sold, up 7.45% from 2024.
How long did homes take to sell in 2025?
Days on market was 43. DOM often reflects days to pending, not closing.
Is new construction more expensive than existing homes?
New construction carried a higher median price ($569,990) and longer DOM (62 vs 33).
Next Steps
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