Eastern Idaho Real Estate News

Idaho Falls is a beautiful city found in, you guessed it, Idaho. It boasts a population of just under 65,000 people and is growing rapidly. Idaho Falls is located in the eastern part of the state and is close to several major cities, including Salt Lake City and Boise. 

If you're considering moving to Idaho Falls, be prepared for plenty of public events, community gatherings, and outdoor activities! Whether you enjoy being outdoors all day or simply want to watch the world pass by from your own front porch, then the city is an ideal place for you. There are literally dozens of reasons why people move to Idaho Falls, and there are dozens of resources available to help you begin your move.

Fall in the Falls

After the perfect weather all summer long many people begin to dread the change of season.  But living in Idaho Falls and the surrounding areas presents a perfect environment to enjoy blissful fall weather before the snow comes.  With numerous community events and pumpkins patches, our area provides the perfect opportunity to soak up the fall months!

Pumpkin Patches and Straw Mazes

Grove City Gardens: 246 West 20 North, Blackfoot, ID 83221.  Phone: 208-403-2664 Alternate Phone: 208-785-0338

Wild Adventure Corn Maze: 135 West 450 North Blackfoot, Idaho. Phone: 208-539-7271

New Sweden Farms: 3662 W 17th S, Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Phone: 208-539-7271

U-Pick Red Barn: 2726 Rollandet St. Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Phone: 208-932-5235

RC Acres: 1850 E 350 N, St. Anthony, ID 83442. Phone: 801-518-1497. Alternate Phone: 208-520-4720

Country Trails Corn Maze: 2101 West 6300 South, Rexburg, ID 83440 Phone: 208-390-6634. Alternate Phone: 208-390-7370

Larsen Farms: 7020 W 6000 N, Rexburg, ID 83440. Phone: 208-709-0701

Scare Tower and Straw Maze: 200 North 200 West, Rexburg, ID 83440. Phone: 801-885-8252.

The Rexburg Straw Maze: 411 West 7800 South Next Big Jud's Restaurant, Rexburg, ID 83440. Phone: 801-769-6293

Winter is Coming!

How to Prepare your Home Before the Snow Hits

It would be so easy to spend every weekend before winter enjoying the sun and soaking up the holiday bliss, but with home homeownership comes responsibilities.  Before the snow comes here is a shortlist of things you need to do to prepare your home for the cold.

Rake your leaves:

Besides making memories with your children by jumping into the piles you create, raking your leaves is important for your lawn care.  Leaving leaves will kill your grass and prevent growth once the snow melts.

Clean your gutters:

Replacing gutters, roof, siding is a very expensive home project, take the steps to prevent this from happening by cleaning out your gutters as the leaves begin to fall.

Check for gaps:

No one likes paying more on their gas or electric bill then they have to.  To prevent your heat from escaping this winter do a thorough check of your windows, door, and around the house to make sure you have no gaps.

Bring it in:

Unless you plan on jumping on your trampoline in the snow or sitting in the brisk evening weather, you might want to consider bringing in your outdoor furniture,  This can save you tons of money in the long run since you will be prolonging the life of your things.

Shut it down:

Winter in Idaho can be brutal, and the last thing you want is to have your pipes freeze.  Make sure to call the experts to make sure the water from your sprinklers is completely shut and everything is well insulated to prevent a complete disaster later. 

As a person who has traveled and lived across the country, many of my lifelong friends seemed shocked by the fact that I would settle in Idaho Falls, ID.  What some might see just a small city, I see a perfect place to still have tons to do while being able to walk next door and borrow a cup of sugar from your neighbor.  Whether you are single, married, young, or old Idaho Falls is the perfect place to settle down and make a home.

The community here in Idaho Falls is unlike any other I have experienced.  In a social media world, the community here in Idaho Falls is making the effort to have people come together in person once again.  Their downtown offers events throughout the year ranging from free to low-cost, adult-only to family-friendly, and things to enjoy in the sunshine or in the snow!  The city also offers a wide range of shopping and dining experiences that makes the need to go to a larger city unnecessary.

In larger cities, people always say that they can feel the "vibe" of the city, but if there was one way I would describe the vibe of Idaho Falls I would say that it's relaxing.  Not relaxing in any kind of dull way, but it's a city that you can come to have fun without dealing with the stress of traffic and angry people.  It's a place that I feel comfortable going out and about with my children, and it's a place that I can center myself and enjoy more of what life offers.  The city has done a great job of creating public spaces for people of all ages to enjoy the natural beauty of Idaho.  But if you are looking to completely escape any city vibes you can drive just a short distance and be completely one with nature. 

While coming to Idaho Falls might have seemed like a short tem adventure at first it has quickly turned into a place that I call home.  With the city meeting all of my needs, not just on a physical level but on an emotional one as well, it is the perfect place to raise a family or to enjoy the single life.  With living here I see no need to move on and go to "bigger and better things" Idaho Falls is the perfect balance of city and small-town feel that I have grown to love and adore.