The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 83615 sells for about $540,000, or $333 per square foot.
Prices are down 44.7% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 105 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,200 a month.
ZIP 83615 — Donnelly
The 83615 housing market is currently experiencing a significant correction, with median prices declining sharply year-over-year. High inventory levels relative to low sales volume indicate a cooling market, likely driven by broader economic headwinds and a shift in demand for recreational properties.
This ZIP is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, second-home buyers, and those seeking a mountain lifestyle, as the high price point and seasonal economy present challenges for typical full-time commuters.
Median prices moved down 44.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 105 days on market with 14.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 83615, Valley County ID
Crime rates in the Donnelly area are generally low, consistent with rural mountain community profiles in Idaho.
Schools serving the area are part of the McCall-Donnelly School District, which generally maintains favorable ratings for its small-town educational environment.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk common to the West Central Mountains of Idaho, necessitating proactive fire-wise property management and specialized insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by seasonal tourism, outdoor recreation, and limited residential development focused on mountain-lifestyle properties.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Idaho) — Homestead Property Tax Exemption: Exempts the lesser of $125,000 or 50% of the market value for assessment purposes from property taxation. Formula: Exemption = min($125,000, 0.50 * Market Value).
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with residents traveling to nearby McCall or Cascade for employment and services; transit options are non-existent.
The area is a premier destination for outdoor recreation, featuring proximity to Tamarack Resort, Lake Cascade for water sports, and extensive trail networks for hiking and snowmobiling.
The rental market is heavily influenced by seasonal demand and short-term vacation rentals, leading to limited long-term inventory and high price volatility.
The local economy is anchored by the tourism and hospitality sectors, with significant employment provided by Tamarack Resort and local service businesses.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles via State Highway 55, which serves as the primary corridor connecting the area to the Treasure Valley.
Development is largely concentrated around the expansion of resort-adjacent residential and commercial infrastructure.
Valley County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically reflecting market-based appraisals for recreational and residential parcels.
Parcels are subject to levies from the McCall-Donnelly School District and local fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to the high wildfire risk profile of the region.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major year-round destination for skiing, mountain biking, and golf.
Large reservoir offering boating, fishing, and camping facilities.
Provides extensive backcountry access for hiking and snowmobiling.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.