The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59834 sells for about $599,900, or $342 per square foot.
Homes take about 64 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,523 a month.
ZIP 59834 — Frenchtown
The housing market in 59834 remains stable with limited inventory, reflecting a tight supply-demand balance typical of the region. Prices are supported by demand from buyers seeking proximity to Missoula while maintaining a rural lifestyle. Market activity is currently characterized by moderate days on market and a reliance on regional economic trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a balance between rural living and accessibility to the Missoula metropolitan area.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 64 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 95.8% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.2% · poverty 10.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 59834, Montana
The region faces wildfire risks common to Western Montana, necessitating careful consideration of property insurance availability and premiums.
Growth is driven by proximity to the Missoula employment hub, with development momentum focused on residential expansion in the Frenchtown valley.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Ravalli County; specific mill levies vary by school district and local service area.
Residents primarily commute via I-90 toward Missoula, which serves as the primary employment and service core for the region.
The area offers immediate access to the Clark Fork River for fishing and boating, with extensive trail systems in the surrounding Lolo National Forest.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and sustained demand, with rents reflecting broader regional inflationary pressures.
The local economy is largely supported by the nearby Missoula labor market, with local industry focused on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale retail.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-90 serving as the primary arterial corridor for regional transit.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential subdivisions to accommodate population growth spilling over from Missoula.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and county-wide service assessments.
Property insurance markets in this region are increasingly sensitive to wildfire risk, which can impact premium costs and carrier availability.
Data aggregated from Ravalli County and ZCTA-level census profiles.
- Westside Lanes & Fun Center4.317.9 mi
- Splash Montana4.519.9 mi
- A Carousel for Missoula4.718.6 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.319.3 mi
- Caras Park4.718.7 mi
- Missoula County Fairgrounds4.219.5 mi
- Top Hat4.418.6 mi
- Washington-Grizzly Stadium4.819.4 mi
- The Wilma4.718.7 mi
- Garden of One Thousand Buddhas4.79.5 mi
- Montana Snowbowl4.211.9 mi
- Council Grove State Park4.612.7 mi
- Frenchtown Pond State Park4.54.8 mi
- Wye West Casino, Liquor Store & Lounge4.210.4 mi
- Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium4.819.5 mi
- The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula4.618.7 mi
- CSKT Bison Range Visitor Center: Museum & Gift Shop4.819.2 mi
- Montana Natural History Center4.618.4 mi
- Missoula Art Museum4.618.6 mi
- Montana Snowbowl4.211.9 mi
- Lolo National Forest4.712.7 mi
- Council Grove State Park4.612.7 mi
- Frenchtown Pond State Park4.54.8 mi
- Woof Haven Doggy Daycare and Boarding4.99.4 mi
- King Ranch Golf Course4.15.2 mi
- Missoula Montana Airport4.413.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular local destination for swimming, fishing, and picnicking.
Provides significant recreational opportunities including fly fishing and rafting.
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