Company News September 7, 2026

Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty Partners with Baker Communities, Welcomes Chad Baker & Alison Lawhead

At Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty, growth is driven by a singular goal: providing clients with unprecedented access to the finest properties and developments in the Inland Northwest. Our brokerage is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Baker Communities alongside the addition of premier real estate agents Chad Baker and Alison Lawhead to our team.

As a respected land developer in North Idaho, Baker Communities specializes in creating master-planned neighborhoods, private gated acreage, and luxury lifestyle developments. By uniting their development expertise with our industry-leading marketing and global reach, we are elevating the standard for land and community sales throughout the Coeur d’Alene MLS.

Exploring the Baker Communities Portfolio

Through this strategic alignment, Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty gains a strong foothold in some of the most sought-after acreage and lifestyle developments in our region:

  • Clagstone Ranch (Spirit Lake): A premier private, gated community offering 5-acre homesteads surrounded by thousands of acres of public access land, tailored for outdoor enthusiasts seeking space, security, and tranquility.
  • The Ranches at CdA National Reserve: An elite collection of expansive 10+ acre parcels bordered by the prestigious CDA National Reserve, offering custom estate sites alongside world-class golf and club amenities.
  • 10–42 Ranches (Coeur d’Alene): High-end acreage developments designed for buyers looking to build custom luxury retreats with sprawling views and ultimate privacy in Kootenai County.
  • The Coeur d’Alene Lake Club (Echo Bay): Exclusive lake-oriented real estate opportunities catering to buyers who prioritize waterfront lifestyle, private access, and the iconic beauty of Lake Coeur d’Alene.
  • The Point at CdA: High-demand residential parcels positioning buyers at the center of North Idaho’s vibrant growth corridor.

Welcoming Chad Baker & Alison Lawhead

Bringing years of specialized land development experience, project sales expertise, and client advocacy to our office, Chad Baker and Alison Lawhead represent the pinnacle of professionalism in North Idaho real estate. Their hands-on experience guiding buyers from raw land acquisition to custom home builds makes them an invaluable asset to our agent roster.

With Chad Baker operating out of our 1924 Northwest Blvd office and Alison Lawhead based at our flagship downtown hub at 202 E Sherman Ave, they will leverage our extensive regional resources and global syndication networks to ensure Baker Communities projects receive world-class representation across all our locations.

A Shared Vision for North Idaho

Whether an investor is looking for premier land holdings or a buyer is searching for the perfect 5 to 10+ acre parcel to build a custom home, this partnership provides direct access to the region’s top development projects.

You can visit our offices at 1924 Northwest Blvd or 202 E Sherman Ave to explore available parcels across all Baker Communities properties. Please join us in giving a warm North Idaho welcome to Chad Baker and Alison Lawhead!