Friday, October 20, 2017

Trick-or-Treat Locations

Trick-or-Treat Locations in North Idaho

Where to take the kids trick-or-treating in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Dalton Gardens, Idaho

Provided by Tosh Lanquist.


If you are still looking for a place to take the kids trick-or-treating this Halloween, check out these local North Idaho locations that will be hosting trick-or-treat events.  All the fun begins on Friday, October 27th and there are events every day, all the way to Halloween.

Trick or Treat Locations :
Coeur d'Alene: 

Post Falls:
    • I90 Autoplex Trunk-or-Treat hosted by Knudtsen Chevrolet, Findlay Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, Findlay Nissan, and Midway Hyundai.  Saturday, October 28th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.  There will be lots of candy, games, costume contests, hay rides, hot cocoa and more.  There is an admission: one can of food to be donated to the Post Falls Food Bank.  They do ask that you pre-register in advance.  
    • Trick-or-Treat at Garden Plaza, located at 545 North Garden Plaza Court, Post Falls, Idaho.  Tuesday, October 31st from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Rathdrum:
Dalton Gardens:
  • UPDATEDTrick-or-Treat for Rocks.  Hosted by the Coeur d'Alene Rocks (CDA Rocks) Group on Facebook.  Head to 4th and Hanley next to City Hall in Dalton Gardens on Sunday, October 29th and Monday, October 30th between the hours of 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.  There will be goodie bags and rocks to find!  Kids are encouraged to bring their own rock to hide.  Want to learn more about CDA Rocks?  Check out my blog on Rock Painting Groups and Locations
    • Note:  The date for this event has been updated on the Coeur d'Alene Rock's Facebook page.  The event is Sunday only, not Monday. Please check their page for current information.

And while you're out haunting the neighborhood, please keep in mind these safety tips for your kids recommended by Safe Kids Worldwide:
  1. Walk Safely (checking cross walks and intersections)
  2. Kids under 12, Trick-or-Treat with an Adult
  3. Keep costumes creative and safe (make sure kids are visible)
  4. Drive safely and watch for trick-or-treaters

Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!




Sunday, October 1, 2017

Kootenai County Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Kootenai County Idaho

North Idaho Real Estate Market


Homes Sold YTD: 4,302
(Increase of 3.5% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $287,235
(Increase of 10.82% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $245,000
(Increase of 12.13% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD:  104 Days
(Compared to 108 Days in 2016.  Up 10 days from August 2017)   

Active Listings on the Market: 2,773
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017








Lake Coeur d'Alene





Coeur d'Alene, Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Real Estate Market Information


Homes Sold YTD: 1,187

(Decrease of 0.9% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $318,067
(Increase of 17.6% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $262,500
(Increase of 12.54% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD: 83 Days
(Compared to 93 Days in 2016)   


Active Listings on the Market: 598
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017




Boardwalk along Spokane River, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho


Post Falls, Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Post Falls, Idaho

Post Falls Real Estate Market Information


Homes Sold YTD:  916
(Decrease of 0.4% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $255,231
(Increase of 11.51% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $229,000
(Increase of 12.81% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD:  Days 95
(Compared to 97 Days in 2016)   

Active Listings on the Market: 427
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017





Hillside view of Post Falls, Idaho


Hayden, Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Hayden, Idaho

Hayden, Idaho Real Estate Market Information


Homes Sold YTD: 463
(Increase of 7.7% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $332,545
(Increase of 11.41% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $280,000
(Increase of 8.95% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD:  88 Days
(Compared to 95 Days in 2016)   

Active Listings on the Market: 219
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017


Avondale Golf Course, Hayden, Idaho

Rathdrum, Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Rathdrum, Idaho

Rathdrum, Idaho Real Estate Market Information


Homes Sold YTD: 347
(Increase of 4.8% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $258,636
(Increase of  12.83% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $223,175
(Increase of 11.59% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD:  Days 111
(Compared to 108 Days in 2016)   

Active Listings on the Market: 186
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017



Historic Church in Rathdrum, Idaho

Neighborhood, Rathdrum, Idaho


Dalton Gardens, Idaho September 2017 Market Report

Results for Residential Homes Sold Year-to-Date (YTD) 2017 in Dalton Gardens, Idaho

Dalton Gardens, Idaho Real Estate Market Information


Homes Sold YTD: 35
(Decrease of 10.3% from the same time period 2016)

Average Sale Price YTD:  $425,068
(Increase of 11.47% from the same time period 2016)

Median Sale Price YTD:  $389,900
(Increase of 10.55% from the same time period 2016)

Average Days on Market YTD:  Days 75
(Compared to 114 Days in 2016)   

Active Listings on the Market: 17
(As of 9/15/2017)

Data pulled from the Coeur d'Alene MLS on 10/1/2017
Additional North Idaho Real Estate Market Reports for September 2017


Old Barn in Dalton Gardens, Idaho


Halloween Haunted Houses and Events - North Idaho

Halloween Haunted Houses and Events in North Idaho

Find local haunted houses in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Athol, Idaho.

Provided by Tosh Lanquist


It's time for spooks, goblins, and witches galore!  If you are new to the area or you are just looking for things to do this Halloween, check out these local spooktacular events for 2017!

Haunted Houses - Where to get your "Scare" on!
  • Scarywood Haunted Nights at Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, Idaho.  Enjoy the haunted locations, rides, and scare zones!  Tickets for Scarywood are available for Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through October, 7:00 PM to Midnight.
  • Post Falls Lions Haunted House. Enjoy this haunted house hosted by the Lions Club.  This North Idaho haunted house is located at 502 4th Avenue, Post Falls.  Open October 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, and October 26th-31st.  The price of admission is reduced if you bring two cans of food for donation to the Post Falls Food Bank.  See the Post Falls Lions Haunted House Facebook page for current information.
  • The Tunnel of Terror in Rathdrum.  Opens October 6th and will be open every Friday and Saturday, plus Halloween.  From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.  There is an entrance fee, so bring cash.  Located at 7980 W. Diagonal Rd, Rathdrum, Idaho.
  • King Family Theater of Terror - Haunted House.  Open October 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, and October 27th-30th.  Located at 15604 N Freya St, Mead, WA.  This haunted house is just over the border in Washington.  It offers free admission.  Donations are requested and will be donated to charity.  See the King Family Theater of Terror Facebook page for current information.

Additional Halloween Events in the Area
  • Halloween Moonlit Monster Cruise is a family friendly event on Lake Coeur d'Alene and is hosted Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises.  There will be music and onboard entertainment.  Saturday, October 28th at 6:00 PM. Get your tickets for the  Halloween Moonlit Monster Cruise!
  • Monsters Ball at the Coeur d'Alene Resort in downtown Coeur d'Alene for those age 21 or over.  The ball includes a costume contest and of course a DJ and drinks!  Saturday, October 28th, 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM.  Get your tickets to the Monsters Ball! 
  • Rocktober Bash at the Coeur d'Alene Casino on October 28th.  Play at the casino and join in a Halloween costume contest! Must have minimum bingo buy in to participate.
  • Halloween at Hogwarts.  This event is at the Spokane Symphony and it sounds too fun not to mention.  Step into Hogwarts and enjoy this musical.  Don't forget to purchase your tickets to the Halloween at Hogwarts,  they are on sale now!  Event is October 28th.




Find more things to do this October including Trick-or Treat events and Local Fall Festivals

Add your suggestions for local events, haunted happenings, or fun fall festivals in the comments.