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$525,351$458 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $624,834 on Aug 22, 2025

2516 S RIDGE DR

HELENA, MT 59601
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,148 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.
0.22 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.
8
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

$525K
$483K low$568K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$624,834 · Aug 22, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,182 (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.$511,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$522,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$511,000

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.Ranch
CountyLEWIS AND CLARK
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 30 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Smith SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Helena High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Helena Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Helena Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59601These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.166

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,151
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,995
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,988
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

2516 S Ridge Dr 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 73% of homes in Helena 59601
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Upper East Side
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Upper East Side
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Lewis and Clark County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Helena 59601

What homes are worth in Helena 59601

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

This home
$215K$933K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Helena 59601.

How it measures up in Helena 59601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Helena 59601.

Estimated value$525,351
CheaperTypical $434,322Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$458
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2516 S Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUpper East SideHelena 59601Lewis and Clark County
Estimated valuepricier than$525,35172% of homes73% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45894% of homes93% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,148 ft²29% of homes36% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac41% of homes59% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than198057% of homes65% of homes47% of homes

About 2516 S Ridge Dr

How much is 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT is $525,351 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $482,911 to $567,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT last sell?

2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT last sold on Aug 22, 2025 for $624,834, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT?

2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,148 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT built?

2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT?

2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT is assigned to Smith School (elementary), rated B-; Helena High School (high), rated B+; Helena Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Helena Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT compare to other homes in Helena 59601?

Among the 11,457 homes in Helena 59601, it is worth more than 73% of them ($525,351 against a typical $434,322), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($458 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,148 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1980 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Lewis and Clark County, it is worth more than 62% 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 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2516 S Ridge Dr, Helena, MT was $3,182. The county assessed it at $511,000.

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