Potential Residential Development Opportunity near Pocatello - 6 continuous parcels primarily south facing - Year-round county paved road access - 1/2 mile of frontage on Buckskin Road - Overhead power available on property - Surveyed -- Unlock the possibilities of this exceptional land offering—six contiguous parcels with prime development and homesteading potential in the heart of southeast Idaho. Located less than seven miles from Idaho State University and approximately eight and a half miles from downtown Pocatello, this south-facing property offers both seclusion and accessibility, making it ideal for a range of uses from rural estates to residential development. Enjoy the amenities of living in a college town. Known as the “Gateway to the Northwest, ” Pocatello and its sister city of Chubbuck offer world-class outdoor recreation, a rich culture in visual arts, performing arts and entertainment, and a wide variety of restaurants and shops to choose from. Strategically positioned with a half mile of paved, year-round county road frontage on Buckskin Road, the property offers direct access and strong visibility. Overhead power runs along the frontage, simplifying the path to buildout. The land is bordered by established developments including Buckskin Saddle, Whispering Pines, and Mountain Vista Subdivisions, underscoring the area’s growth trajectory and making this a natural fit for future expansion or a thoughtfully planned community. With a gentle slope and primarily south-facing orientation, the land is well-suited for solar exposure, gardening, energy-efficient builds, and sweeping mountain and countryside views. Evergreens and deciduous trees border the property to the north, east and west. adding privacy, seasonal color, and an ideal foundation for homesites nestled in nature. Formerly dry farmed, the land still bears the practical advantages of a productive agricultural history. Access just north of Timberline Road was historically used for farming operations. This is ground rich in both character and opportunity—ready for reimagining as a private retreat, equestrian estate, or phased rural residential development. Surrounded by natural beauty and backed by the demand for quality rural living near Pocatello and ISU, this property delivers an increasingly rare chance to acquire substantial acreage with utilities, access, and location on your side. Whether you’re a developer, investor, or visionary homesteader, this land offers the perfect balance of convenience, privacy, and potential. This university town is home to outdoor summer concerts, and year-round showcases of the arts in both indoor and outdoor facilities including a regular season schedule at the ISU Performing Arts Center. Music lovers find a local band around town or spend the evening with the symphony in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Theater lovers have options from big-stage dinner and musicals to small back-room comedy improv. Art lovers can take their pick from numerous shops, galleries and museums around the area. For the outdoor enthusiast, this area offers over 1,000 miles of recreational maintained trails for hikers, bikers, horse and ATV riders, snowshoers, snowmobilers and XC skiers. Numerous trailheads around town provide access to the vast, rolling foothills of the Rockies and backcountry this area is famous for. Pebble Creek Ski Resort Area is four miles east of Inkom and offers alpine skiing. Other activities include bouldering and rock climbing, disc golf, the ISU Challenge Course, the Highland Golf Course and the Riverside Golf Course, Lava Hot Springs Mineral Pools, floating the Portneuf River, boating and fishing on the Snake River and American Falls Reservoir.
Vacant landProperty Type
198.77 acresLot Size
$9,156Price/Acres
Listed by David White• Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC
Property with power! Seller has 29 acres and 10 is also subdivided. Take 10 for $100,000 or 29 for $199,000
Greater Lansing AoR #26478
Aug 31, 2011
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Mar 19, 1999
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Mar 19, 1999
Sold
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Feb 24, 1999
Listed
$24,900
GREAT 6 ACRE PARCEL READY TO BUILD. POWERLINES ARE IN FRONT OF PROPERTY. INCREDIBLEVIEWS. MINUTES FR OM TOWN. CAN BUILD BELOW ORUP ON TOP. CALL FOR PLA T MAP. EASEMENT & ROADMAINTENANCE AGREEMENT.
Greater Lansing AoR #129443
Nov 19, 2007
Sold
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Nov 19, 2007
Sold
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May 10, 2006
Listed
$189,000
May 10, 2006
Listed
$189,000
Greater Lansing AoR #120832
Nov 14, 2006
Sold
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Nov 14, 2006
Sold
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Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$75,000
Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$75,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Jul 9, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
43% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Pocatello, ID • 83201
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for West Buckskin Rd
$1,570,076
$250K under list price of $1.82M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 3 recent nearby sales, priced between $225K to $474K.