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PLAINS, MT 59859

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇧ 28.6% vs 21 last year
Pending
3
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$710,000
⇧ 12.9% vs $629,000 last year
Average Price
$1,075,155
⇧ 53% vs $702,858 last year
Days on Market
185
⇧ 146.7% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,115  ·  Density: 2.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,097

Typical home value: $335,491  ·  Homeownership: 76.1%

Market Analysis

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

The PLAINS, MT real estate market (59859) currently shows 27 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 185 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 185 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 12.9% year-over-year, from $629,000 to $710,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 185 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $710,000 (+12.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,075,155 (+53% 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 42.2 miles — 126 listings ($298,488,254 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
59859Plains, MT 598590.0 mi27$29,029,185$710,000$1,075,155
59848Lonepine, MT 5984814.6 mi2$1,570,000$785,000$785,000
59866Saint Regis, MT 5986620.3 mi5$1,674,800$394,900$334,960
59831Dixon, MT 5983126.6 mi2$7,800,000$3,900,000$3,900,000
59824Charlo, MT 5982428.9 mi9$6,864,930$757,450$762,770
59846Huson, MT 5984629.2 mi5$16,961,125$1,537,000$3,392,225
59830De Borgia, MT 5983031.2 mi4$2,149,000$532,000$537,250
59864Ronan, MT 5986432.0 mi28$16,953,132$399,500$605,469
59914Dayton, MT 5991433.7 mi10$179,059,890$3,300,000$17,905,989
59867Saltese, MT 5986735.8 mi1$509,000$509,000$509,000
59931Rollins, MT 5993137.6 mi3$6,206,400$1,555,000$2,068,800
59865Saint Ignatius, MT 5986539.6 mi17$13,878,001$837,000$816,353
59874Trout Creek, MT 5987442.2 mi13$15,832,791$983,944$1,217,907

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PLAINS, MT 59859?

As of January 2026, there are 27 active listings in PLAINS, MT (zip code 59859), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PLAINS, MT 59859?

The median listing price in PLAINS, MT 59859 is $710,000 as of January 2026, a 12.9% increase from $629,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in PLAINS, MT 59859 spend an average of 185 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PLAINS, MT 59859?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PLAINS, MT 59859 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 185 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PLAINS, MT 59859 save an estimated $14,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $710,000. 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.