Begin with the complete monthly payment and cash requirement, not just the maximum purchase price. The payment can include principal, interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance, and HOA dues.
Idaho buyers may have access to conventional, FHA, VA, USDA-eligible, and qualifying down-payment-assistance options. Each has different rules and tradeoffs. Before shopping, review income, credit, debts, assets, employment, and the amount you want to keep in reserves after closing.