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$551,167$280 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1487 RIVER RD W

PLAINS, MT 59859
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,968 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.
10 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$551K
$500K low$602K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$123,167
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,534
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.78%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$428,000
TRUSTED RATE INC · recorded Oct 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,664 (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.$397,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$397,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$397,900

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.60
83
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.29 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.Conventional
CountySanders
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.00
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 72 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Plains High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.8 mi
E
Plains Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 11.8 mi
M
Plains 7-8 SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 11.8 mi

District: Plains K-12 Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 59859These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.133

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.3,603
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,005
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1487 River Rd W 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Sanders County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Sanders County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Plains 59859

What homes are worth in Plains 59859

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

This home
$179K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Plains 59859.

How it measures up in Plains 59859

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plains 59859.

Estimated value$551,167
CheaperTypical $510,562Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,968 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size10 ac
SmallerTypical 3.62 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1487 River Rd W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlains 59859Sanders County
Estimated valuepricier than$551,16757% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28033% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,968 ft²81% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10 ac72% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than198040% of homes42% of homes

About 1487 River Rd W

How much is 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT is $551,167 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $500,185 to $602,149. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT last sell?

1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT last sold on Oct 9, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT?

1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,968 square feet of living space and a 10.00-acre lot.

When was 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT built?

1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT?

1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT is assigned to Plains High School (high), rated D-; Plains Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Plains 7-8 School (middle), rated B. All sit in Plains K-12 Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT compare to other homes in Plains 59859?

Among the 1,914 homes in Plains 59859, it is worth more than 57% of them ($551,167 against a typical $510,562), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($280 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,968 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (10 ac against a typical 3.62 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1980 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Sanders County, it is worth more than 54% 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 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1487 River Rd W, Plains, MT was $1,664. The county assessed it at $397,900.

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