New investor in Boise

[Michael Eidem]

Hi all,

New investor here, love reading the wealth of knowledge on the forums. 

Hoping to get a sense check or input from Boise locals:

Significant other and I are moving to Boise for 1 year (work rotation). Interested in purchasing a single family house, living in it for a year, then renting once we leave. Ideally looking for something around $400k, 3-4 bed, 2 bath, yard, above average school districts, within 20 minutes from downtown. From looking at rental listings, it seems like well cared for houses with the above stats rent for ~$2k - 2.5k.

Anyone have thoughts on the feasibility of those ranges? If yes, thoughts on neighborhoods to look at?

Any local insights are much appreciated, thank you!

[Colby GeDeros]

Hey Michael, good luck in your move. I just relocated to Boise as well. 
I thought I’d throw in a side note and a vote of confidence for @Aaron Williams being a killer agent and definitely the guy you want on your team when it comes to Boise real estate. He just helped me close on a place near downtown in a super competitive market! Highly recommend.