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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.

Live figures

Market snapshot

Active listings6for sale now
Median list price of homes sold$1,257,000last 12 months, 12 homes sold
List price range, 10th to 90th percentile$905K – $1.95Mlast 12 months, 12 homes sold
Median days on market46homes sold, last 12 months

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).

The area

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

On the market

Homes for sale in Sanders Beach

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Life here

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.

Moving here

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.
Questions

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.

Where it is

Sanders Beach on the map

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The outline is an approximation, not an official boundary. Homes for sale and the market figures above use the same outline.

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