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JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jefferson County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The JEFFERSON CITY, MT real estate market (59638) currently shows 3 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 167 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 167 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 38.6% year-over-year, from $959,750 to $589,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 594  ·  Density: 3.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,000

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 89.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 50% vs 6 last year
Pending
2
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$589,000
⇩ 38.6% vs $959,750 last year
Average Price
$569,450
⇩ 37.9% vs $917,249 last year
Days on Market
167
⇧ 1092.9% vs 14 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$211
⇩ 13.9% vs $245/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,696 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 167 now vs 14 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $589,000 (-38.6% YoY)
  • Average: $569,450 (-37.9% 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
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 49.6 miles — 382 listings ($230,632,849 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
59638Jefferson City, MT 596380.0 mi6$4,748,400$589,450$791,400
59632Boulder, MT 5963213.4 mi8$3,188,336$372,500$398,542
59635East Helena, MT 5963516.9 mi46$24,099,216$491,175$523,896
59728Elliston, MT 5972820.9 mi5$5,038,750$699,000$1,007,750
59602Helena, MT 5960226.7 mi97$79,708,101$693,725$821,733
59701Butte, MT 5970130.5 mi147$60,090,366$331,492$408,778
59721Cardwell, MT 5972135.7 mi2$974,000$487,000$487,000
59759Whitehall, MT 5975936.4 mi15$15,203,580$724,750$1,013,572
59752Three Forks, MT 5975238.5 mi43$29,371,408$596,225$683,056
59750Butte, MT 5975043.8 mi3$2,267,451$735,000$755,817
59747Pony, MT 5974745.8 mi2$794,000$397,000$397,000
59751Silver Star, MT 5975148.0 mi3$1,847,991$699,000$615,997
59648Wolf Creek, MT 5964849.6 mi5$3,301,250$518,750$660,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638?

As of April 2026, there are 3 active listings in JEFFERSON CITY, MT (zip code 59638), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638?

The median listing price in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638 is $589,000 as of April 2026, a 38.6% decrease from $959,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638 spend an average of 167 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 14 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 167 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in JEFFERSON CITY, MT 59638 save an estimated $11,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $589,000. 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.