The house at 1122 King Street, where four University of Idaho students were murdered in 2022, has been demolished and the site now stands empty, owned by the university. The demolition occurred in 2023, despite opposition from the victims' families.
Where the Tragedy Occurred
The three-story house with six bedrooms and three bathrooms was the off-campus home where Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, and Xana Kernodle were found dead. The property was donated to the University of Idaho in early 2023, and the university announced its intention to demolish it.
University officials said the demolition would aid the healing process for students, but the victims' families expressed concerns about the destruction of potential evidence. Judicial teams confirmed they had all necessary information.
Documentary Explores the Case
The Netflix documentary "The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare," released July 29, is a three-part series examining the case. It features unprecedented access to the victims' families and police footage, tracing events from the night of the murders to the arrest of Bryan Kohberger.
The official synopsis describes it as "the definitive chronicle of one of the most chilling murder cases in recent memory — honouring four young lives while tracing every step from that devastating night to the arrest that followed."
University's Decision
In 2023, the university issued a press release stating the house was the site where the students were killed and that demolition during winter was an "attempt to decrease further impact on the students who live in that area."
University President Scott Green said: "It is the grim reminder of the heinous act that took place there. While we appreciate the emotional connection some family members of the victims may have to this house, it is time for its removal and to allow the collective healing of our community to continue."
As of 2025, Realtor.com reported the university had no immediate plans for the site, which remains vacant.
