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$797,107$528 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

146 SANDY RIVER WAY

COLUMBIA FALLS, MT 59912
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,509 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$797K
$715K low$879K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,483 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$756,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$501,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$756,900

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.62
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
58
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
37
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.130 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyFlathead
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.99
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 140 ft²Shed · 370 ft²Porch · 143 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
L a Muldown SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.9 mi
H
Whitefish High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Whitefish Middle 5-8B+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Whitefish Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59912These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.190

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,684
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,000
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,984
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

146 Sandy River Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 68% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Flathead County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Flathead County

What homes are worth in Columbia Falls 59912

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$261K$2M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912.

How it measures up in Columbia Falls 59912

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia Falls 59912.

Estimated value$797,107
CheaperTypical $624,999Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$528
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,509 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size2.99 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 146 Sandy River Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia Falls 59912Flathead County
Estimated valuepricier than$797,10768% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52872% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,509 ft²55% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.99 ac73% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than198034% of homes33% of homes

About 146 Sandy River Way

How much is 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT is $797,107 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $714,767 to $879,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT?

146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,509 square feet of living space and a 2.99-acre lot.

When was 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT built?

146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT?

146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT is assigned to L a Muldown School (elementary), rated A-; Whitefish High School (high), rated A-; Whitefish Middle 5-8 (middle), rated B+. All sit in Whitefish Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT compare to other homes in Columbia Falls 59912?

Among the 6,825 homes in Columbia Falls 59912, it is worth more than 68% of them ($797,107 against a typical $624,999), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($528 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,509 ft² against a typical 1,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2.99 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1980 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Flathead County, it is worth more than 60% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 146 Sandy River Way, Columbia Falls, MT was $2,483. The county assessed it at $756,900.

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