The Ridge
at Sandpoint
Snapshot:
After witnessing success at three similar sites I developed and sold at premium prices, despite geological, geographical, and environmental challenges the ower contacted me.
Won competitive bid process because of the quality of past work product and the detail provided in the cost engineering estimate.
Sourced materials onsite, installed utilities, and completed both homes.
Owner-Rep
Owner was no absentee investor. He brought capital, vision, and an unusual level of personal involvement—down to material selections and site sequencing. My role was to translate that intensity into execution: aligning contractors, managing Fish & Game coordination, and preserving the integrity of the reserve acreage.
The challenge wasn’t just technical—it was relational. Voit’s expectations were exacting, and his patience in holding the land proved prescient.
By prioritizing his long-term goals over short-term sales, we preserved value and delivered a subdivision that matched his original intent.
Initial sale of one lot with a spec home occurred in 2009-2010, with remaining lots held for seven years.
Final sellout achieved in 2016, with the lowest-priced lot closing at $635,000.
The 110-acre site included an 11-lot PUD, with 30 acres preserved as reserve.
Collaborated with Idaho Fish & Game to establish a wildlife corridor.
🎯 Takeaway
Patience pays: Owner’s 7-year hold yielded a 13% annual ROI, outperforming nearly every asset class except Bitcoin and the craps table.
Details matter—especially the ones that matter to those sharing the risk.
Prioritize owner concerns over work product, even when construction is underway. Trust is built not by what’s installed but by how it’s stewarded.
