Boise Custom Homes: Building for Today’s Lifestyle and Tomorrow’s Value
Why more Treasure Valley families are choosing custom builds over resale homes
The Current Treasure Valley Housing Market
Before diving into the benefits of custom building, it’s worth looking at the broader market.
- Ada County median home price: about $580,000–$600,000, depending on the data source (Realtor.com)
- Eagle median home price: around $896,900, one of the highest in the Treasure Valley (WeKnowBoise)
- Meridian median home price: in the mid-$500,000s, with steady year-over-year growth (Zillow)
- Canyon County (Nampa/Caldwell) median home price: about $433,000–$435,000 (WeKnowBoise)
construction accounts for about 40% of all home sales in the Treasure Valley, compared to just 17.5% nationally (Idaho News). What this means for you: If your lifestyle includes remote work, multigenerational living, or a desire for indoor-outdoor space, you may not find what you need in a resale. That’s where custom builds stand out.
What this means for you: If your lifestyle includes remote work, multigenerational living, or a desire for indoor-outdoor space, you may not find what you need in a resale. That’s where custom builds stand out.
Lifestyle-Driven Design: Homes Built for How We Live Today
One of the biggest advantages of building custom is designing your home around your life — not the other way around.
- Home offices and flex rooms: Remote and hybrid work are here to stay (Pew Research)
- Multigenerational living: With 17% of buyers purchasing multigenerational homes in 2024 (NAR Quick Stats), custom homes allow for in-law suites, separate entrances, or ADU-ready layouts
- Indoor-outdoor living: Outdoor kitchens, patios, and big windows to connect with foothill views and backyards are a must in Boise
- Energy efficiency: Modern homes can use advanced insulation, smart systems, and solar readiness to reduce monthly costs (DOE)
Location + Design = Long-Term Value
Resale value is always top of mind. In the Treasure Valley, location has historically been a key driver of value — Boise’s North End, Meridian’s new subdivisions, Eagle’s acreage properties, and Nampa’s growing neighborhoods all attract different buyers.
National studies show that homes with unique features — like multigenerational layouts or energy-efficient systems — sell faster and at higher prices than standard builds (NAHB).
Locally, custom construction costs range between $225–$350 per square foot.
What this means for you: Instead of competing for outdated properties, building custom ensures your home remains desirable for decades.
Addressing Common Myths About Custom Homes
- “Custom homes are always more expensive.” They can be at the start, but efficient design and energy savings often lower costs long-term.
- “The process takes too long.” With a design-build firm, timelines are more predictable and streamlined.
- “It’s overwhelming to make all the decisions.” With the right team, choices are guided and simplified — most owners enjoy the process.
What this means for you: Custom home building is not only possible, it’s a proven, growing trend — with 181,000 new custom starts in the last year (NAHB).
PURE DBR’s Approach to Custom Homes
At PURE Design Build & Remodel, our custom builds are about more than blueprints. We focus on:
- Collaboration: Listening to your needs, from lifestyle to budget
- Design-first process: Plans that balance beauty and function
- Transparency: Clear costs, timelines, and expectations
- Craftsmanship: Attention to detail that ensures comfort and value
Final Thoughts
The Treasure Valley housing market is competitive, and buying an existing home often means settling. Custom home building gives you an alternative: a home designed around your lifestyle today that holds value for years to come.
At PURE Design Build & Remodel, we make the process simple and stress-free — from design through build. Whether it’s a foothills retreat in Boise, a family home in Meridian, or acreage living in Eagle, we’ll bring it to life.