The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59430 sells for about $287,710, or $132 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 142 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,115 a month.
ZIP 59430 — Denton
The housing market in 59430 is characterized by low inventory and stable, modest price appreciation driven by local demand. The market remains quiet with limited sales volume, reflecting the rural nature of the Denton area. No major developments are currently impacting the local housing supply.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, including agricultural workers and retirees who value community scale over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 142 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.3% · poverty 12.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 59430, Montana
Crime rates in this rural area are significantly lower than national averages, with property and violent crime incidents being rare.
Public education is provided by the Denton K-12 school system, which serves the small local population with a focus on community-integrated learning.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk typical of central Montana grasslands and requires standard property insurance coverage for rural structures.
Economic momentum is limited, with the local economy primarily anchored by agricultural operations and small-scale local services.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Montana) — Taxable Interests in Exempt Property: The property is assessed and taxed to the private holder as if they held legal title, without deduction for unpaid purchase price. State (Montana) — Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is valued by the Department of Revenue; tax is calculated by applying the state-determined tax rate to the taxable value (Market Value x Tax Rate). Homestead and long-term rental reduced tax rates are available via enrollment.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with residents traveling to larger regional hubs like Lewistown for major employment and services.
Recreational opportunities are centered on outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and access to the expansive rural landscapes of Fergus County.
The rental market is thin with limited inventory, primarily serving local workers and agricultural staff with low turnover rates.
The economy is heavily reliant on dryland farming and ranching, with limited diversification outside of local government and essential services.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure serving the area.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The Fergus County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a cyclical reappraisal process for all taxable real estate.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and county-wide emergency service and road maintenance districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural fire protection ratings and the geographic isolation of the properties.
Net domestic migration is stable, with minimal population flux characteristic of small, established agricultural communities.
Montana is a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption periods governed by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a standard disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, though exemptions exist for certain transfers.
Data retrieved from Census ACS and ZCTA-level reporting.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community green space for gatherings and recreation.
Provides regional access for fishing and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.