Discover private, sustainable living while overlooking the Payette River & all of Emmett Valley. This custom-built straw bale home by EarthCraft Design Build offers a perfect blend of eco-friendly materials and cutting-edge green building science. Perched on 40 acres at the base of Squaw Butte, the 3 bed, 2.5 bath home boasts exceptional energy efficiency with locally sourced straw bale insulation, natural plasters, and passive solar design. Thoughtfully sited to enhance comfort year-round, this home is designed to reduce energy use while maximizing natural beauty. With reclaimed wood, non-toxic finishes, and breathability, this property connects you to nature in a way few homes can. The 60x80 shop with wood stove offers a 2 bed, 2.5 bath apartment w/ kitchen & living room as well as plenty of extra space for your RV, boat, toys & more! This one of a kind Idaho Gem offers views of Black Canyon Reservoir, Freezeout Hill and Emmett’s “Valley of Plenty” with multi-generational or short term rental opportunities!
Single-familyProperty Type
2021Year Built
40.52 acresLot Size
$614Price/Sq.Ft.
8 car garageParking
Listed by Sarah Lett• Keller Williams Realty Boise
•208-672-9000 (broker)
•broker@kwboise.com (broker)
Listed by Lucian Lett• Keller Williams Realty Boise
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
49% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 96° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Emmett, ID • 83617-9115
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Emmett. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5225 Spring Creek Rd
$1,911,902
$78K under list price of $1.99M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $520K to $1.8M.