We left the BIG city And moved to NOrthern Idaho

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We cover topics like moving to Northern Idaho, working from anywhere, and what rural living is really like. Honest takes — the good and the hard.

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See Northern Idaho through our lens — local businesses, community stories, and life in the forest. Shot and edited right here.

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Real Estate

Looking to buy your own piece of Northern Idaho? Meet our team member Isaac, an expert in this area and in finding the right home for you!

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Our Latest Blog Posts

A Local Treasure: Artist Doug Fluckiger

At City2Forest, we love spotlighting local creatives whose work resonates with the landscapes we hold dear—and Doug Fluckiger’s artwork does just that.Doug, a self-taught artist based in North Idaho, is[…]

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Surviving Spring in North Idaho: The 11 Seasons of the PNW

Surviving Spring in North Idaho: The 11 Seasons of the PNW Spring in North Idaho is an experience unlike any other. While the rest of the country enjoys a relatively[…]

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The Downside of Sandpoint, ID Real Estate

Love Sandpoint, Idaho but wondering if it’s all sunshine and ski days? Let’s talk about the not-so-glamorous side of real estate in this North Idaho gem. From rising prices to[…]

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We chose to live in Northern Idaho because . . .

Living in Northern Idaho means choosing a life closer to nature, away from the noise, and focused on what matters. We wanted to be the main influence in our children’s lives. Join us on this journey as we learn to be more self-reliant and connected to the beautiful world around us. Northern Idaho is wonderful — but we always share the truth about the challenges alongside the beautiful moments.

A resource for city folk too!

We’re not here to shame city or suburb life. Not everyone can move, and not everyone wants to. That’s perfectly fine. If you’re thinking about moving to North Idaho, or just want to live more simply wherever you are, this is your resource: 1. Want to live more simply 2. Thinking about moving to rural North Idaho 3. Need honest help with the transition We hope you find what you need here!

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