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Star, ID · Ada County · 55+ · Small Town

Reflections at Star

Small 55+ community in Star — Ada County, intimate scale, and Star’s quiet small-town character on the western edge of the Treasure Valley.

~60Homes
~$155/moHOA / Month
$400K–$575KPrice Range
~0.76%Ada Co. Tax
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Overview

Star is a small town on Ada County’s western edge, growing fast but maintaining a quieter character than Meridian or Eagle. For buyers who want the Boise metro access with a genuinely small-town feel, Star delivers. Reflections is a boutique 55+ community with basic amenities at competitive pricing.

Idaho Homestead Exemption — Apply After ClosingIdaho’s homestead exemption reduces taxable value by 50%, capped at $125,000. On a $500K home in Ada County, this saves ~$850–$950/year. File with the Ada County Assessor — renews automatically.
Idaho $95,870 Retirement DeductionMarried filers 65+ can deduct up to $95,870 in qualified retirement income. Social Security is fully exempt. Most retired couples pay zero Idaho income tax.

True Monthly Cost

All-in monthly cost — $475K Reflections at Star home

HOA fee~$155/mo
Ada Co. tax (after homestead, ~0.76%)~$222/mo
Homeowners insurance~$110–$155/mo
Utilities (Idaho Power)~$145–$195/mo
Total monthly carrying cost (excl. mortgage)~$632–$727/mo

Questions About Reflections at Star?

We can run your Ada County homestead exemption and Idaho income deduction analysis.

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