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$487,140$374 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $225,600 on Apr 10, 2017

5878 S ORCHID WAY

BOISE, ID 83716
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,304 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$487K
$465K low$509K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,600 · Apr 10, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,762 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$442,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$424,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$442,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyADA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 142 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Les Bois Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–9 · 0.4 mi
E
Trail Wind Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Timberline High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Boise City Independent School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 83716These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,090
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,791
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,031
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

5878 S Orchid Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Boise 83716
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Ada County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Ada County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Southeast Boise

What homes are worth in Boise 83716

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$229K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Boise 83716.

How it measures up in Boise 83716

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boise 83716.

Estimated value$487,140
CheaperTypical $667,004Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$374
CheaperTypical $358Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 5878 S Orchid Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast BoiseBoise 83716Ada County
Estimated valuepricier than$487,14030% of homes22% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37468% of homes59% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,304 ft²24% of homes27% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac59% of homes48% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than199772% of homes35% of homes43% of homes

About 5878 S Orchid Way

How much is 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID is $487,140 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $465,145 to $509,135. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID last sell?

5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID last sold on Apr 10, 2017 for $225,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID?

5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,304 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID built?

5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID?

5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID is assigned to Les Bois Junior High School (middle), rated A-; Trail Wind Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Timberline High School (high), rated A. All sit in Boise City Independent School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID compare to other homes in Boise 83716?

Among the 9,204 homes in Boise 83716, it is worth more than 22% of them ($487,140 against a typical $667,004), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($374 against a typical $358), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,304 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1997 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Ada County, it is worth more than 39% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5878 S Orchid Way, Boise, ID was $2,762. The county assessed it at $442,000.

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