Country Property on 23.8 Acres in Challis, Idaho Enjoy rural Idaho living with this unique 23.8-acre property located in the small mountain town of Challis, just minutes from the beautiful Salmon River. The property features a 2023 irrigation pivot covering approximately 15.5 acres, providing excellent irrigation potential for livestock, hay production, or agricultural use. An additional 7 acres of flooded pasture offer valuable grazing ground and seasonal water access. The spacious 2,632-square-foot log home, built in 1985, offers rustic charm and country comfort. The two-level home includes a two-car garage and a walk-in cooler, making it well suited for ranching, hunting, homesteading, or outdoor enthusiasts. Equestrian and livestock facilities include a large 240' x 150' arena complete with roping chutes and a return alley, ready for team roping, training, and other horse activities. Property Highlights 23.8 acres total 2023 irrigation pivot 15.5 irrigated acres under pivot 7 acres of flooded pasture 2,632sq. ft. two-story log home (built 1985) Two-car garage Walk-in cooler 240' x 150' arena Roping chutes and return alley Mountain views and rural setting Near the Salmon River Located in Challis, Idaho This versatile property offers an exceptional opportunity for horse owners, ranchers, outdoor recreation enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a peaceful mountain lifestyle in Central Idaho.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Challis Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.8mi
Challis Jr-Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
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Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Year Built: 1985
Living Area: 2632
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 2,632
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 2,632
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 23.81 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Custer County
APN: RP13N19E125410A
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
Sale and tax history for 495 Foothills Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
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Aug 24, 2026
Price Changed
$865,000
$329/sq ft
Jun 14, 2026
Listed
$885,000
$336/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 5, 2016
Sold
—
SRMLS #200952
Feb 5, 2016
Sold
—
Feb 5, 2016
Sold
—
Aug 24, 2015
Listed
$235,000
$89/sq ft
Aug 24, 2015
Listed
$235,000
$89/sq ft
Enter a quiet driveway with views in every direction to a 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch home on 23.98 acres. Well cared for home features large sunny kitchen and lot of space to spread out. Newly refurbished downstairs with big family room and walkout door. Mature trees, lawn and green pasture with excellent water rights. Barn, outbuildings, fenced pasture and corrals with auto waters.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,102 (+75.4%)
2024
$628 (+18.5%)
$59,950 + $270,310
$330,260
2023
$530 (+3.9%)
$58,580 + $273,000
$331,580
2022
$510 (+8.2%)
$43,580 + $204,210
$247,790
2021
$472 (+16.3%)
$33,010 + $159,570
$192,580
2019
$406 (+2.1%)
$29,830 + $137,180
$167,010
2018
$397 (+2.9%)
$29,260 + $137,180
$166,440
2017
$386
$28,460 + $137,180
$165,640
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
23.81 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,632
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,632
Year built
1985
Style
Other
County
Custer County
APN
RP13N19E125410A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
30 unhealthy days expected this year, 36 days in 30 years
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