$1,410,650Average Value$545Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Rural riverside neighborhood with city conveniences
Blackwell Hill is a mountainous waterfront neighborhood just south of Coeur d’Alene that blends suburban and rural. “It’s a great location just five minutes from downtown Coeur d’Alene. You have the privacy of it not being a well-known area,” says Tammy Casto, a real estate agent with Z Jones and Associates who has sold several homes in the neighborhood. “You’re surrounded by trees and nature. You have moose and turkeys on your street. You can experience nature and still be close to the city.” The community is on the south bank of the Spokane River, just north of Lake Coeur d’Alene. With the popular resort city just minutes away, it’s easy to spend a day shopping and dining before returning home to a riverfront retreat.
Homes with private docks line the shores in Blackwell Hill.
Stock up on all your grocery needs at the WinCo on Hwy 95.
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Established and contemporary mountain homes
Buyers can find various housing styles among the hilly, tree-lined streets of Blackwell Hill. “There’s quite a mish-mash. There are a lot of older homes in that neighborhood. The home I have listed right now is in a gated community, which has all new homes in the mountain modern Craftsman style,” Casto says. The older homes in the community date back to the 1970s and include ranch-style houses and log cabins high on the hill. Although the homes can be close together, they have plenty of trees, making it feel private. These typically cost between $800,000 and $1 million. Riverfront houses in the neighborhood usually come with their own dock and are contemporary Craftsman in style, with lots of wood accents and large windows. These waterfront homes can cost between $2 million and $5 million.
Wrap around porches with cliffside views are common in Blackwell Hill.
Modern craftsman and contemporary homes sit on the hillside of Blackwell Hill.
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Exploring North Idaho's natural resources
With the Spokane River and Lake Coeur d’Alene nearby, Blackwell Hill offers plenty of opportunities for water recreation. The Blackwell Island Recreation Site has four boat launch lanes and over 130 parking spaces for trucks and trailers. The park also has a picnic area and wildlife viewing trail. Cougar Bat Nature Preserve is a wetland area south of the neighborhood, home to moose, beavers, otters and 27 species of birds. The Bureau of Land Management acquired the preserve from The Nature Conservancy in 2021, ensuring it would remain undeveloped.
Blackwell Hill sits just south of the Spokane River near Couer d'Alene.
Launch docks at Blackwell Island Recreation Area.
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Coeur d'Alene schools just minutes away
Students in Blackwell Hill might attend Winton Elementary School, which receives a C-plus rating from Niche and is located just across the river. Lakes Middle School receives a B, while Lake City High School is rated a B-minus. The high school serves approximately 1,500 students and offers dual credit courses in partnership with the University of Idaho and North Idaho College.
East courtyard at Lake City High School.
Staff entrance at Lakes Middle School.
West Parking at Winton Elementary.
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Enjoying time on the Spokane River
Boating is prevalent in Blackwell Hill, and there are several ways to get out on the water, even without a waterfront home. Homeowners can store a boat at nearby marinas, like the Hagadone Vertical Quick Launch marina or Murphy’s Landing. Just minutes from the neighborhood’s homes, these marinas make it easy to get out on the water. The Spokane Yacht Club on Millview Lane is a local club of boating enthusiasts with its own docks, ramp and clubhouse area.
You can find all kinds of family fun water activities in Blackwell Hill.
Grab your fishing pole and head to the docks for some great fishing in Blackwell Hill.
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Major highways in and around Blackwell Hill
Due to its semi-rural nature, the neighborhood has no public transit options. Highway 95 is the only road across the river into Coeur d’Alene and connects to Interstate 90, about 4 miles north of the neighborhood. Residents can use I-90 to get around North Idaho or to head west to Spokane, about 35 miles away. Kootenai Health is the closest hospital to the neighborhood, about 3 miles north and just off Highway 95.
Access to Blackwell Hill is easy with two main highways I-95 and HWY 90.
Getting around the area is a breeze with buses running through the area every hour.
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Unique local shopping and dining experiences
The neighborhood’s location just northwest of downtown Coeur d’Alene makes it easy for residents to enjoy the many shops and restaurants in the city. “It’s a picturesque little downtown area. Tony’s On the Lake is probably the most popular. There’s Cedars, the floating restaurant. I was there the other night, and the lights were swaying back and forth,” says Casto. Tony’s On the Lake is an upscale Italian restaurant on Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive, known for its waterfront views and seafood dishes. Cedars is closer to the neighborhood, located near the Hagadone marina, and serves steak and seafood dishes. The restaurant is floating in the middle of the Spokane River, with 600,000 pounds of concrete-encased Styrofoam buoying the structure. North 4th Street and Northwest Boulevard in downtown Coeur d’Alene has gift shops, clothing boutiques and antique stores. Mountain View Custom Meats on Riverview Drive has limited items available for retail sale, including sausage and bacon. Customers can also order a processed cow from Spokane Hutterian Brothers’ Meats, a local farm that works with the shop to butcher the cows. Groceries are available at the Safeway on Ironwood Drive, just off Highway 95 and about 3 miles from the neighborhood.
Head up the mountain to stock up on some of the best cuts of meat at Mountain View Custom Meats.
The floating restaurant on the lake, Cedars offers up some amazing views of Lake Couer d'Alene.
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Parks in this Area
Cougar Bay Nature Preserve
Blackwell Island Recreation Site
Transit
Airport
Spokane International
52 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blackwell Hill
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blackwell Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blackwell Hill, Coeur d'Alene sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Blackwell Hill, Coeur d'Alene over the last 12 months is $1,912,500, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
An incredible opportunity to own 5 tranquil acres just 10 minutes from downtown Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. This peaceful property offers multiple beautiful building sites with mature trees overlooking a lush aspen grove, making it the perfect location for your custom home. Access is excellent via a paved, county-spec private road. Power is available at the property, and it's located in an area known
A rare opportunity to own 2.69 acres just minutes from downtown Coeur d'Alene—complete with a deeded boat slip and year-round access to the Spokane River and Lake Coeur d'Alene. This custom-built home offers 3,413 sq ft, 3 bedrooms + den, 2.5 baths, formal and informal dining, and large windows that bring in natural light. The grounds feature a fully fenced garden and orchard with cherry, peach,
Nick SalzwedelAmplify Real Estate Services Idaho LLC
Enjoy acreage with a beautiful newer custom home and stunning views just 5 minutes from downtown Coeur d'Alene. Built in 2021, this Immaculate home offers one floor living with a spacious master suite, 4 bedrooms, huge bonus room, and 3-car garage with a double deep bay. The open easy layout includes vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, luxury kitchen, granite countertops, massive island, double
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
378
Median Age
51
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,861
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,615
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
48.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.7%
% Population in Labor Force
52.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
25''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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