- 4 bd
- 3.5 ba
- 3,103 sq ft
Neighborhood guide
Sanders Beach, Coeur d’Alene
Sanders Beach runs along East Lakeshore Drive just east of downtown, with a public sand beach, Tubbs Hill next door, and some of the city's most valuable lakefront. Josh's portfolio includes 1401 E Lakeshore Dr, listed at $5.9M.
Market snapshot
Prices are the list prices of homes that sold; the listing feed does not include sale prices. Figures are recalculated each time the site is updated (listing data updated October 27, 2026 at 5:40 AM PDT).
Sanders Beach at a glance
- Setting
- Lakefront and lake-view streets between downtown and the east shore
- Homes
- Historic cottages, remodeled bungalows, new custom lakefront builds
- Lots
- Compact city lots; waterfront parcels priced by frontage
- School district
- Coeur d'Alene School District 271
- High schools
- The assigned high school depends on the address; confirm with the district's boundary lookup.
- HOA
- Generally none
Schools are not rated here. Assigned schools depend on the address, so look up the boundary with the district before you decide. Coeur d'Alene School District 271
Homes for sale in Sanders Beach
- 3 bd
- 3.5 ba
- 2,720 sq ft
- 2 bd
- 1 ba
- 624 sq ft
- 2 bd
- 2 ba
- 2,464 sq ft
Josh's portfolio in Sanders Beach
Living in Sanders Beach
Sanders Beach is where in-town living meets true lakefront. Downtown restaurants are a walk away, the Tubbs Hill trails start nearby, and the public beach is close to many homes. That combination is rare anywhere on Lake Coeur d’Alene.
Housing ranges from small historic cottages set back from the water to new custom homes on the lake. Older homes on desirable lots are often bought as teardowns, so land value drives much of the pricing.
Relocation essentials
The same for every neighborhood in Kootenai County.
- Property taxes
- Kootenai County's effective rate is roughly 0.55%. Idaho's homeowner's exemption lowers taxable value on a primary residence; apply through the Kootenai County Assessor. Kootenai County Assessor
- Airport
- Spokane International (GEG) is the nearest major airport. Allow extra time in winter.
- Winter
- Snowy winters. For hillside, lake, or rural homes, ask who plows private roads and how steep the driveway is.
- Utilities
- City water and sewer in town; wells and septic common on acreage and some lake properties.
- Insurance
- Wildfire exposure affects premiums. Get quotes before removing contingencies.
- Internet
- Fiber and cable in town; confirm providers for rural addresses.
Sanders Beach questions
Is Sanders Beach public?
Yes. The beach is open to the public, while most of the surrounding shoreline is private residential property.
How much do lakefront homes cost in Sanders Beach?
Lakefront homes typically sell in the millions, driven by frontage, dock rights, and views. Josh's portfolio includes a Lakeshore Drive home listed at $5.9M.
Can you walk to downtown Coeur d'Alene from Sanders Beach?
Yes. Downtown's Sherman Avenue is a walk away.
Are there homes near the lake under $1 million?
Occasionally, usually smaller or older homes set back from the water. They sell quickly when priced right.
Good to know: The public beach draws summer foot traffic and parking demand, which buyers should weigh against the walkability. Lakefront comps vary widely block to block, so pricing needs property-specific analysis.
Also see the Buyer's Guide and Seller's Guide.
Sanders Beach on the map
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