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$492,026$473 / 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 93How 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

186 RIVER RD

COLUMBIA FALLS, MT 59912
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,041 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$492K
$458K low$526K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,112 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$453,503 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$369,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$453,503

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.49
79
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
52
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.68 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 64 ft²Porch · 260 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Columbia Falls High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Ruder Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Columbia Falls Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Columbia Falls 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

186 River Rd 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 less than 76% of homes in Flathead County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912
  • Older than 87% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912

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
$276K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 30% 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$492,026
CheaperTypical $625,037Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$473
CheaperTypical $425Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,041 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 186 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia Falls 59912Flathead County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,02630% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47361% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,041 ft²20% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac38% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195813% of homes15% of homes

About 186 River Rd

How much is 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT is $492,026 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $457,967 to $526,085. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT last sell?

186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT last sold on Dec 8, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT?

186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,041 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT built?

186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT?

186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT is assigned to Columbia Falls High School (high), rated C+; Ruder Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Columbia Falls Junior High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Columbia Falls Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT compare to other homes in Columbia Falls 59912?

Among the 6,913 homes in Columbia Falls 59912, it is worth more than 30% of them ($492,026 against a typical $625,037), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($473 against a typical $425), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,041 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1958 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Flathead County, it is worth more than 24% 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 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 186 River Rd, Columbia Falls, MT was $4,112. The county assessed it at $453,503.

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