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FORT BENTON, MT 59442

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Chouteau County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The FORT BENTON, MT real estate market (59442) currently shows 13 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 132 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24.1% year-over-year, from $414,500 to $314,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,846  ·  Density: 0.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,194

Typical home value: $185,808  ·  Homeownership: 78.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 116.7% vs 6 last year
Pending
1
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$314,500
⇩ 24.1% vs $414,500 last year
Average Price
$434,863
⇩ 0.8% vs $438,500 last year
Days on Market
132
⇧ 10% vs 120 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$187
⇧ 30.8% vs $143/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,691 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 132 now vs 120 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $314,500 (-24.1% YoY)
  • Average: $434,863 (-0.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 61.8 miles — 185 listings ($87,862,918 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
59442Fort Benton, MT 594420.0 mi9$4,412,997$329,000$490,333
59446Geraldine, MT 5944629.6 mi1$99,000$99,000$99,000
59404Great Falls, MT 5940438.6 mi110$62,596,600$484,975$569,060
59521Box Elder, MT 5952140.4 mi1$275,000$275,000$275,000
59401Great Falls, MT 5940141.3 mi40$12,491,720$319,125$312,293
59472Sand Coulee, MT 5947245.3 mi1$169,000$169,000$169,000
59522Chester, MT 5952246.6 mi6$1,035,450$169,000$172,575
59424Coffee Creek, MT 5942447.6 mi1$495,000$495,000$495,000
59433Dutton, MT 5943348.1 mi3$412,500$137,500$137,500
59532Kremlin, MT 5953252.2 mi1$234,900$234,900$234,900
59525Gildford, MT 5952552.7 mi3$915,501$266,000$305,167
59485Ulm, MT 5948555.0 mi5$2,818,750$385,000$563,750
59463Monarch, MT 5946361.8 mi4$1,906,500$439,000$476,625

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT BENTON, MT 59442?

As of March 2026, there are 13 active listings in FORT BENTON, MT (zip code 59442), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT BENTON, MT 59442?

The median listing price in FORT BENTON, MT 59442 is $314,500 as of March 2026, a 24.1% decrease from $414,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in FORT BENTON, MT?

Homes in FORT BENTON, MT 59442 spend an average of 132 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 120 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORT BENTON, MT 59442?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FORT BENTON, MT 59442 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in FORT BENTON, MT?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT BENTON, MT 59442 save an estimated $6,290 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $314,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.