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$282,419$175 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $322,000 on Jun 18, 2020

8290 W AMHERST DR

BOISE, ID 83704
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,610 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$282K
$207K low$358K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$322,000 · Jun 18, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,008 (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.$441,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$441,000

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.0.23
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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 · 330 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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.

E
Morley Nelson Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Fairmont Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 0.5 mi
H
Capital Senior High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Boise City Independent School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 83704These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,687
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,068 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,231
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,784
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 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

8290 W Amherst Dr 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 81% of homes in West Bench
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in West Bench
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Ada County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Boise 83704
  • Older than 83% of homes in Ada County

What homes are worth in Boise 83704

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

This home
$140K$619K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Boise 83704.

How it measures up in Boise 83704

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boise 83704.

Estimated value$282,419
CheaperTypical $302,512Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,610 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,602 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 8290 W Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest BenchBoise 83704Ada County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,41919% of homes40% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17533% of homes41% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,610 ft²44% of homes51% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac67% of homes74% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than197350% of homes37% of homes17% of homes

About 8290 W Amherst Dr

How much is 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID is $282,419 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $206,518 to $358,320. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID last sell?

8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID last sold on Jun 18, 2020 for $322,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID?

8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,610 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID built?

8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID?

8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID is assigned to Morley Nelson Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Fairmont Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Capital Senior High School (high), rated C. All sit in Boise City Independent School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID compare to other homes in Boise 83704?

Among the 12,353 homes in Boise 83704, it is worth more than 40% of them ($282,419 against a typical $302,512), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($175 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,610 ft² against a typical 1,602 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1973 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Ada County, it is worth more than 32% 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 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8290 W Amherst Dr, Boise, ID was $4,008. The county assessed it at $441,000.

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