Looking for some land (Preston, Salmon: homes, camping, subdivision)

[ognend]

Hello,

(I also posted this in the Wyoming forum as I am open to any suggestions on any state between ID, MT and WY).

My wife and I are in a position where we are debt free (well almost but soon really). We currently live in South Florida but are looking to split our residence between Idaho and FL. We are ideally looking for 4-5 (or even 10 if possible) acres where we could park a camper (or maybe put a VERY small permanent home or yurt), bring the horses and ride out for 3-6 months of the year. Our budget is about $40K. We are looking for a property next to a forest or BLM land, something with scenery where we can ride or hike out for miles into the wilderness. Trailering distance is OK so long as is it is not more than 20-30 miles. Is this at all possible within our budget? If so, where? Any suggestions appreciated.

Thanks,
OD

[Shaner]

I would say you would be able to get something in the Priest River or Sagle area. I will look thru the MLS see what I can find when I hit my office.

[Love_Idaho]

Haha.. I actually just answered your post in Wyoming! But I shall post here anyway!

If you go to Realtors.com you'll find lots of properties. I found several 20-acre properties in Wyoming on there for less than you were asking for. I also searched in Montana and found some. It's just about where you search.
But there is this one in Preston, ID that was very attractive. http://www.realtor.com/realestateand...3_M12788-71263

[Toyman at Jewel Lake]

If you are looking for somewhere for a camping spot, you probably can find something in that price range. Only thing, for $40k, you need to plan on not having power available. It gets very pricy to run electric, and lots where it is available are probably going to run you $60+. Zoning gets a bit odd too. In many places, lots smaller than 20 acres (perhaps 10 in some places) require subdivision approval. I think rural Bonner sets it at 20. However, that is to build on, if you are just looking for somewhere to park a trailer, you have more options.

[Shaner]

Here is a list of whats available in the MLS in CDA. Hope this helps, if I can be assistance, let me know!

flexmls

[ognend]

Originally Posted by Shaner

Here is a list of whats available in the MLS in CDA. Hope this helps, if I can be assistance, let me know!

flexmls

Thank you - these listings definitely look interesting. I am planning a trip to the area this summer.

[mistyriver]

Here's one company's listings here in the Priest River area:
Land

[Clark Fork Fantast]

OD, welcome to the Idaho forum! As you can see from the listings, it can be done. It all depends on how particular you are about the details.

The main thing is for you to decide what kind of land you're looking for--do you want trees, a view, open country, close to water? You can find it all in Idaho, really. There are so many different ecologies.

You've already been to Wyoming--so why not plan for a vacation in Idaho, and come up and see for yourself?

[ognend]

Originally Posted by Clark Fork Fantast

OD, welcome to the Idaho forum! As you can see from the listings, it can be done. It all depends on how particular you are about the details.

The main thing is for you to decide what kind of land you're looking for--do you want trees, a view, open country, close to water? You can find it all in Idaho, really. There are so many different ecologies.

You've already been to Wyoming--so why not plan for a vacation in Idaho, and come up and see for yourself?

That's exactly what I will be doing - coming up for a visit this summer!

[Clark Fork Fantast]

Originally Posted by ognend

That's exactly what I will be doing - coming up for a visit this summer!

You can cover a lot of ground in a couple of weeks, getting a general impression of Idaho from north to south, and even going up through Salmon into NW Montana and the Bitterroot Valley and checking out places there if you've been contemplating that area, too. The loop will take you further up 93 to 200, and back west toward Idaho. Just an idea! You can also do a loop into Montana by freeways (15 to 90) with side trips, but I prefer the highways.