Helena, MT metro area Housing Market
Cool MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Helena, MT metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$430K
↓ 6.5% YoY
Days on Market
87 days
↑ 16.0% YoY
Active Inventory
296
↓ 6.9% YoY
Homes Sold
92
↑ 58.6% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
Helena, MT metro area Market Summary
The Helena, MT metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $430K, down 6.5% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 87 days on the market, 16.0% longer than a year ago.
There are 296 homes for sale — 6.9% fewer than last year. With 3.2 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 98 new listings were added during this period, down 16.2% year-over-year.
0.0% of homes sell above their asking price. 20.9% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
68
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Montana Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals.
Helena, MT metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$592K
Price per Sq Ft
$253
Sale-to-List Ratio
N/A
Months of Supply
3.2
Sold Above List
0.0%
Price Drops
20.9%
New Listings
98
↓ 16.2% YoY
Pending Sales
104
Off Market in 2 Weeks
31.7%
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