County Land Guide · FIPS 16037
Land in Custer County, Idaho
County at a Glance
| Per-acre price range | $3,000 – $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Mill levy | 6 mills |
| Tax sale month | — |
| Auction vendor | County-run live |
| Deed deposit | $0 |
| Tax due dates | — |
| Lien sale format | — |
| Redemption period | — |
| FIPS code | 16037 |
The Land Market in Custer
Custer County is a remote central Idaho county in the Salmon River watershed. Challis is the county seat. The county includes the Sawtooth, White Cloud, and Lost River mountain ranges — some of Idaho's most dramatic alpine scenery. Land prices reflect the recreational and scenic value, with ranch properties commanding premium prices. The area is known for world-class steelhead fishing, backcountry skiing, and the Borah Peak earthquake zone. Most private land is in the narrow river valleys; the rest is public land.
Tax Lien & Deed Investing in Idaho
Idaho holds tax deed sales (not lien sales). Counties foreclose after 3 years of delinquent taxes and auction the property. The interest rate on delinquent taxes is 12% annually (1%/month). Tax payments are due December 20 and June 20. Idaho's process is straightforward — investors buy the property at auction, not a lien. The redemption period is eliminated once the deed is issued at auction. Competition varies significantly by county.
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