Post Falls

Post Falls sits on the Spokane River in North Idaho, right between Spokane Valley and Coeur d'Alene along I-90. It has grown quickly over the last two decades and offers a mix of riverfront homes, newer subdivisions and properties with room to spread out.

River access, newer neighborhoods and an easy drive to both Spokane and Coeur d'Alene.

Things you'll love

• Falls Park: the waterfall and dam the city is named for, with walking paths and viewpoints

• Q'emiln Park: river access, a swimming beach, boat launch and trails along the Spokane River

• The Centennial Trail: the paved trail runs through Post Falls toward Coeur d'Alene and Spokane

• Shopping and dining: outlet shopping, restaurants and everyday errands along Seltice Way and the I-90 corridor

Neighborhoods and areas

• Riverfront and the old town area: established streets near the river and the historic center of town

• North Post Falls: many newer subdivisions north of I-90 toward Prairie Avenue

• Rural edges: larger lots and acreage on the Rathdrum Prairie and toward the state line

Homes in Post Falls

Much of Post Falls was built in the last 25 years, so you'll find plenty of newer single-family homes and townhomes, along with older homes near the river and properties with acreage on the outskirts. Prices vary from one area to the next, and we're happy to pull comparable sales for any street you're curious about.

Local favorites

• Treaty Rock Historic Site: a short trail to a pictograph and the spot of the town’s founding land deal

• Black Bay Park: a quiet riverside park with water access

• Corbin Park: a riverfront park with ball fields, picnic shelters and a playground

Everyday shopping is along Seltice Way and near the I-90 interchanges. In summer, Q'emiln Park and the river are the place to be, and Coeur d'Alene's downtown and lake are about 15 minutes east.

Schools

Post Falls is served mainly by the Post Falls School District, including Post Falls Middle School, River City Middle School and Post Falls High School. Some homes on the edges of town are in neighboring districts such as Lakeland.

School boundaries can change. We always confirm assigned schools with the district for any home you're considering.

Where the name comes from

The city is named for Frederick Post, who built a lumber mill at the falls in 1871 on land he bought from Coeur d’Alene Chief Andrew Seltice.

Getting around

Spokane Valley is about 15 to 20 minutes west on I-90, downtown Spokane about 30 minutes, and Coeur d'Alene about 15 minutes east. Spokane International Airport is roughly 40 minutes away.

Good to know before you buy

• Washington vs. Idaho: Idaho has a state income tax while Washington does not, and property and sales taxes differ too. It's worth comparing both if you work in Spokane.

• New construction: many homes are newer builds. We can help you compare builders, HOAs and resale homes.

• Well and septic: homes on the rural edges may use wells and septic systems. We recommend testing both.

Day trips from Post Falls

Coeur d'Alene and the lake are about 15 minutes away, Silverwood Theme Park is about 30 minutes north, and Spokane is about 30 minutes west.

Post Falls questions we hear often

Is your team licensed in Idaho?
Yes. We're licensed in both Washington and Idaho, so we can help you buy or sell on either side of the state line.

How far is Post Falls from Spokane?
About 30 minutes to downtown Spokane, and less to Spokane Valley and Liberty Lake.

Which school district serves Post Falls?
Mostly the Post Falls School District. We confirm the district for each address.

Buying or selling in Post Falls

Many of our clients compare homes on both sides of the state line, and we can show you how Post Falls stacks up against Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley. Ask us for a list of homes for sale in Post Falls and we'll send you what's on the market today.

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