Ada vs. Canyon County Idaho, taxes

[Devon Craychee]

Hello,

I am new to BP. I am originally from Boise, ID but have lived in Hermosa Beach, Ca since 2002. My wife and I have two rental properties in Nampa, ID. They have been great investment properties for us. We are currently looking to purchase more SFR's and wanted to know if anyone has had experience owning properties in both Canyon county and Ada county. I have been told by a few people the property taxes are less than in Ada county and therefor it's better to buy in Ada county.

Thanks!

[Jonna Weber]

HI @Devon Craychee -  Hi from Idaho! Property taxes are definitely higher in Canyon, but there are also advantages there (such as a lower price point) that some really like. For many of the investors I work with,  they are open to looking at both counties. It is all about the whole picture, not just the tax bill.  My own investments are in Ada (Boise), but even within Ada County, the taxes vary quite a bit.  Related to Meridian - it is an excellent market to be a landlord in right now.  Last I heard, there are around 10 people a day moving into town! It is now hovering at about 100,000 population.