Why Live in The Highlands
The Highlands neighborhood in Post Falls features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style and two-story new traditional homes, many of which are custom-built with materials like stucco, brick, and board and batten. Developed primarily between the 1990s and early 2020s, these homes often offer views of the well-manicured Highlands Golf Course and sit on spacious lots ranging from a quarter to half an acre. The neighborhood's golf course is a central feature, offering an 18-hole, par-72 course, a full-size driving range, and golf simulators. Residents can also enjoy nearby Ross Point Recreation Area, just 3 miles away, which provides picnic tables, a swim area, and a floating dock for watercraft. Dining options include The Highland Grill & Tap House and Embers by the Green, with additional eateries like The Wellness Bar close by. For shopping, Walmart and Yoke’s Fresh Market are within a short drive. The neighborhood's location on a hill above Post Falls provides easy access to Interstate 90, with Coeur d’Alene about 6 miles east and Spokane 28 miles west. Northwest Specialty Hospital is conveniently located 2.5 miles away. Schools in the area include Ponderosa Elementary, Post Falls Middle, and Post Falls High School, with the middle and high schools receiving good ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Highlands a good place to live?
The Highlands is a good place to live. The Highlands is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. The Highlands is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $77,360 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20.4% of residents. A majority of residents in The Highlands are home owners, with 24.4% of residents renting and 75.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is The Highlands, ID a safe neighborhood?
The Highlands, ID is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Highlands?
The median home price in The Highlands is $749,750. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $158K a year to afford the median home price in The Highlands. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in The Highlands is $77K.
What are the best public schools in The Highlands?
The best public schools that serve The Highlands are:
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Are home prices dropping in The Highlands?
Yes, home prices in The Highlands are down 13% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in The Highlands, ID
On average, homes in The Highlands, Post Falls sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in The Highlands, Post Falls over the last 12 months is $735,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$735,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$752,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$316
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$749,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%