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HELENA, MT 59601

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lewis and Clark County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
99
⇧ 39.4% vs 71 last year
Pending
26
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$420,645
⇩ 13% vs $483,450 last year
Average Price
$545,399
⇧ 3.9% vs $524,786 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 16.2% vs 74 days last year

Market Context

Population: 31,447  ·  Density: 93.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,696

Typical home value: $324,473  ·  Homeownership: 57.8%

Market Analysis

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

The HELENA, MT real estate market (59601) currently shows 99 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13% year-over-year, from $483,450 to $420,645.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 99 this year vs 71 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $420,645 (-13% YoY)
  • Average: $545,399 (+3.9% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 50.9 miles — 449 listings ($269,965,124 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
59601Helena, MT 596010.0 mi99$53,994,501$420,645$545,399
59728Elliston, MT 5972811.5 mi5$5,038,750$699,000$1,007,750
59635East Helena, MT 5963517.0 mi35$19,931,870$509,900$569,482
59602Helena, MT 5960218.4 mi90$71,984,520$680,000$799,828
59633Canyon Creek, MT 5963321.4 mi1$3,995,000$3,995,000$3,995,000
59632Boulder, MT 5963227.4 mi9$4,099,050$372,500$455,450
59722Deer Lodge, MT 5972230.7 mi27$23,540,058$462,500$871,854
59648Wolf Creek, MT 5964836.7 mi4$2,564,000$502,500$641,000
59701Butte, MT 5970137.6 mi147$59,178,672$327,000$402,576
59843Helmville, MT 5984344.9 mi4$2,383,900$392,000$595,975
59759Whitehall, MT 5975948.5 mi17$17,460,700$750,000$1,027,100
59721Cardwell, MT 5972149.7 mi2$974,000$487,000$487,000
59832Drummond, MT 5983250.9 mi9$4,820,103$418,000$535,567

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HELENA, MT 59601?

As of January 2026, there are 99 active listings in HELENA, MT (zip code 59601), compared to 71 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HELENA, MT 59601?

The median listing price in HELENA, MT 59601 is $420,645 as of January 2026, a 13% decrease from $483,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in HELENA, MT 59601 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HELENA, MT 59601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HELENA, MT 59601 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HELENA, MT 59601 save an estimated $8,413 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $420,645. 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.