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Buyer Guide · Eastern Idaho

Where to Buy a New Home in Idaho Falls: Neighborhoods Compared

By Odyssey Homes · November 7, 2026

The short answer

Odyssey Homes builds in 5 neighborhoods around Idaho Falls: Granite Creek, Hawks Landing, Sand Creek Estates, Moser Estates and The Parks. Choose Granite Creek for an in-town Ammon address next to a golf course, Hawks Landing for bigger foothill lots with valley views and a walking path, Sand Creek Estates for an Idaho Falls address, or Moser Estates and The Parks for a finished home in Rigby or Shelley. Right now 7 of our homes for sale have a published price, from $620,000 to $745,000 with the lot.

Most people shopping for a new home in Idaho Falls look at the whole area: Idaho Falls itself, Ammon next door, and the towns a short drive out. These are the neighborhoods Odyssey builds in, compared on the things that change your day-to-day: where it is, how much land you get, what the HOA costs, and what you can buy there today. Every number on this page comes from our current listings and updates as homes and lots sell.

The neighborhoods at a glance

NeighborhoodBest forOpen lotsHOAHomes for sale now
Granite Creek
Ammon, Bonneville County
Convenience: shopping, dining and a golf course next door 43 open, 0.27 to 0.63 acres $300 per year 8 homes, $658,000 to $686,000
Hawks Landing
Ammon, Bonneville County
Room and views: bigger foothill lots, a walking path and a park 27 open, 0.43 to 0.97 acres $50 per month 8 homes, $620,000
Sand Creek Estates
Idaho Falls, Bonneville County
An Idaho Falls address in a brand-new neighborhood 1 open, 0.26 acre $360 per year 3 homes, prices coming soon
Moser Estates
Rigby, Jefferson County
A finished home in Rigby 1 open, 1.01 acre $400 per year 1 home, $745,000
The Parks
Shelley, Bingham County
A finished home in Shelley 2 open, 0.51 to 0.75 acres Yes, dues not confirmed yet 2 homes, $620,000 to $625,000

Prices are asking prices for finished or in-progress homes and include the lot. Lot sizes are for lots still open to build on.

Granite Creek, Ammon

Granite Creek is in the heart of Ammon — close enough to everything you need that you barely have to drive. Shopping, dining, the movie theater, and the grocery store are all minutes away, and the golf course sits right next door. The community itself is a step up: a gorgeous entrance, well-maintained streets, and a developer who's been selective about who builds here means the homes around you are nicer too. It's the kind of place where the address alone tells people something.

  • Heart of Ammon. Convenient location — shopping, dining, and daily errands are all minutes away.
  • Golf course next door. Walking distance to the golf course for round-after-work convenience.
  • Movies, groceries, restaurants. Everything you'd drive across town for is right around the corner.
  • Gorgeous community entrance. A signature entrance that sets the tone for the whole neighborhood.
  • Where: Eagle Creek Rd, Ammon, ID (Bonneville County)
  • HOA: $300 per year
  • Building from scratch: 43 open lots, 0.27 to 0.63 acres.

New homes for sale in Granite Creek

Granite Creek community page → · New homes in Ammon →

Hawks Landing, Ammon

Hawks Landing sits in Ammon's foothills — far enough to feel away from the bustle, close enough to Idaho Falls that everything you need is a short drive. Low-traffic streets, generous lots, and views that stretch across the valley to the mountains in every direction. A walking path loops the entire subdivision, and a community park with playground sits right in the middle. It's the kind of place where neighbors wave, kids ride bikes, and the air feels a little cleaner.

  • On the foothills. Up on Ammon's foothills — quiet, scenic, away from the bustle. Minutes from Idaho Falls amenities.
  • Sweeping valley views. Open-sky views across the valley and out to the mountains.
  • Low-traffic streets. A residential community designed for safety, walkability, and calm.
  • Bigger lots. Generous homesites with room to spread out — no shoulder-to-shoulder feel.
  • Where: Ammon, Idaho (Bonneville County foothills, minutes from Idaho Falls) (Bonneville County)
  • HOA: $50 per month
  • Building from scratch: 27 open lots, 0.43 to 0.97 acres.

New homes for sale in Hawks Landing

  • 6540 Crown Crescent · Cypress, 3,464 sq ft · $620,000 · move-in ready
  • 3363 Chester Dr · Ashwood, 3,577 sq ft · price coming soon · completes February 2027
  • 3299 Chester Dr. · White Pine, 3,560 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027
  • 3406 Chester Dr. · Sage, 3,240 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027
  • 3037 Lancer · Rockford, 3,496 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027
  • 3290 Chester Dr · Cottage, 3,758 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027
  • 6485 Hillsdale Lane · Ponderosa, 3,476 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027
  • 6436 Hillsdale Lane · Cypress, 3,464 sq ft · price coming soon · completes April 2027

Hawks Landing community page → · New homes in Ammon →

Sand Creek Estates, Idaho Falls

Sand Creek Estates is our newest active community in Idaho Falls — designed for buyers who want the perfect balance of comfort and style in a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood setting.

  • Where: Boardwalk Rd, Idaho Falls, ID (Bonneville County)
  • HOA: $360 per year
  • Building from scratch: 1 open lot, 0.26 acre.

New homes for sale in Sand Creek Estates

  • 5505 Boardwalk Rd · Willow, 3,510 sq ft · price coming soon · completes February 2027
  • 5471 Boardwalk Rd · Sage, 3,240 sq ft · price coming soon · completes February 2027
  • 1661 Sandbar Street · Charleston, 5,637 sq ft · price coming soon · completes June 2027

Sand Creek Estates community page → · New homes in Idaho Falls →

Moser Estates, Rigby

Moser Estates in Rigby is a fully built-out community — Odyssey no longer offers raw lots here, but we do have quick move-in homes available. Reach out for current availability.

  • Where: Rigby, Idaho (Jefferson County)
  • HOA: $400 per year
  • Building from scratch: 1 open lot, 1.01 acre.

New homes for sale in Moser Estates

  • 209 N 4117 E · Cottonwood, 3,430 sq ft · $745,000 · move-in ready

Moser Estates community page → · New homes in Rigby →

The Parks, Shelley

The Parks in Shelley is a fully built-out community — Odyssey no longer offers raw lots here, but we do have spec homes available for quick move-in. Reach out for current availability.

  • Where: Shelley, Idaho (Bingham County)
  • HOA: Yes, dues not confirmed yet
  • Building from scratch: 2 open lots, 0.51 to 0.75 acres.

New homes for sale in The Parks

The Parks community page → · New homes in Shelley →

How to choose

  • You want everything close: Granite Creek. Errands, restaurants and the golf course are minutes away.
  • You want land and a view: Hawks Landing. The lots are bigger, the streets are quiet, and the subdivision has its own walking path and park.
  • You want an Idaho Falls address: Sand Creek Estates, our newest neighborhood.
  • You want to move in sooner: look at the homes already for sale in every neighborhood, including Moser Estates in Rigby and The Parks in Shelley, where every lot is spoken for.

Before you decide

Drive each neighborhood at the times you would actually be coming and going, and check school boundaries with the school district for the specific address, since they don't always follow city lines. Then put real numbers on it: our guide to what a new home costs in Idaho Falls explains each line of a price, how long a build takes covers the timeline, and every home listed above has an "Estimate your monthly payment" link to our mortgage calculator.

Already own a lot somewhere else around Idaho Falls? We build all of our semi-custom floor plans on your land too. Price your plan on a lot with our Home Quote tool, or talk to our team.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best neighborhoods for a new home in Idaho Falls?

It depends on what you want most. Odyssey Homes builds in Granite Creek (Ammon), Hawks Landing (Ammon), The Parks (Shelley), Moser Estates (Rigby) and Sand Creek Estates (Idaho Falls). Granite Creek puts you in the middle of Ammon next to a golf course; Hawks Landing has bigger lots in the Ammon foothills with a walking path and a park; Sand Creek Estates is the Idaho Falls address. Lot sizes, HOA dues and the homes for sale in each are compared on this page, from our current listings.

Which neighborhood has the biggest lots?

Moser Estates. Its open lots right now run 1.01 acre.

Is Ammon part of Idaho Falls?

No. Ammon is its own city, bordering Idaho Falls on the east, and both are in Bonneville County. Granite Creek and Hawks Landing homes have Ammon addresses; Sand Creek Estates homes have Idaho Falls addresses.

Are there HOA fees in these neighborhoods?

It depends on the neighborhood. Granite Creek (Ammon): $300 per year; Hawks Landing (Ammon): $50 per month; The Parks (Shelley): yes, dues not confirmed yet; Moser Estates (Rigby): $400 per year; Sand Creek Estates (Idaho Falls): $360 per year. Call (208) 450-5500 for current dues where they aren't listed here.

Can I still buy a lot and build in every neighborhood?

Yes, every neighborhood on this page has at least one open lot right now. Lots sell, so check availability before you plan around one.

Will Odyssey build on a lot I already own near Idaho Falls?

Yes. If you own a lot, or find one, in the Idaho Falls area, we can build any of our 12 semi-custom floor plans on it. Call (208) 450-5500 to talk through the lot.

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