Post Falls · Relocation
Relocating to Post Falls From Out of State
Moving to North Idaho from another state? I am your eyes, hands and feet here, before, during and after your move.
Moving to Post Falls From Another State
A lot of people relocating to Post Falls choose it for the location. You're on Interstate 90 between Coeur d'Alene and Spokane, with the Spokane River running through town and the Washington state line a short drive west. If you'll fly often or work across the line, that matters.
What's harder to see from far away is how much changes from one part of Post Falls to the next. A long-standing street near the river, a newer subdivision by a park and a few acres on the edge of town can share a mailing city and feel nothing alike. I'm your eyes, hands and feet here, and I'll show you those differences before you commit to one.
Find Out If Post Falls Fits Your Lifestyle
Three Water Providers in One Town
Post Falls has three water providers: the City of Post Falls, East Greenacres Irrigation District and Ross Point Water District, which serves part of the east side. East Greenacres alone serves about a third of the people who live in Post Falls.
The good news is that the city's utility sign-up covers all three, so you'll start your water account in one place no matter which provider serves the home. There is a small setup fee and a deposit for new service. I confirm which provider serves every home you're considering, so nothing about your first bill is a surprise.
Properties on the outskirts may have a private well and septic system instead. When they do, I collect the water samples and make sure your inspection period has room for both inspections.
Living Near the Washington Line
Because Post Falls sits so close to Washington, some people live here and work in Spokane or Spokane Valley. Others shop and see concerts on both sides of the line. It's one of the reasons Post Falls draws so many people.
If you'll earn income in one state and live in the other, talk with a tax professional before you choose a home. I can tell you about the drive and the neighborhoods, but tax questions belong with someone qualified to answer them.
Spokane International Airport is closer to Post Falls than to the towns farther east, which helps if you fly often for work or to visit people back home. And if you'd rather leave the car home sometimes, Citylink runs a bus route through Post Falls. Check its current routes and schedule before you count on it.
How a Post Falls Move Usually Goes With Me
Before your trip, we talk about how you want to live and what your week looks like, including where you'll work. I tour the strongest homes on video and show you the traffic, the street and the lot. When you visit, we see the homes worth seeing and drive the route you'd take every day. Under contract, I attend inspections in person and send you photos, video and written notes. After you move in, I'm still your resource for the next question.
Your first month will include an Idaho driver's license and vehicle registration, which Idaho asks new residents to finish within 30 days. If schools matter to you, Post Falls School District has current boundaries and enrollment steps, and I'll help you confirm which schools serve each home. See relocating to North Idaho and how I help you buy.
Is Post Falls the Right Fit?
Post Falls gives you river parks, two regional cities close by, and more housing choices than most North Idaho towns. It also has more traffic along the interstate corridor than the smaller towns north of it. If you want a quieter road and more land, I'll also show you Rathdrum. If you want to be near the lake and downtown, compare Coeur d'Alene. More about the town is on living in Post Falls.
I'll tell you what I see, and the decision is always yours. Call me at (208) 819-1355.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides water in Post Falls?
Water comes from the City of Post Falls, East Greenacres Irrigation District or Ross Point Water District, depending on the address. The city's utility sign-up covers all three, and I confirm the provider for every home you're considering.
Can I live in Post Falls and work in Washington?
Many people do, since Spokane and Spokane Valley are a short drive west. Talk with a tax professional about living in one state and working in another before you choose a home.
How far is Post Falls from the Spokane airport?
Plan on about 35 to 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic and where you live in town.
Can I buy a home in Post Falls without seeing it first?
Yes. I tour homes for you on video, attend inspections in person, and send you photos and notes, so you can decide from another state.
Post Falls
What Relocation Looks Like in Post Falls
Post Falls is the river-connected, centrally located community where outdoor recreation and regional convenience meet.
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