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$365,671$270 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

253 FOREST DR

KALISPELL, MT 59901
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,352 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$366K
$339K low$392K 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.$295,671
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$236,537
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.18%
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.$70,000
VALLEY BANK OF KALISPELL · recorded Dec 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$884 (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.$225,292 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,316
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,292

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.38
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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.
17
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.55 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.Mobile Home
CountyFlathead
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
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.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Evergreen Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
E
East Evergreen SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
H
Glacier High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Evergreen Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59901These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.220

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.63,278
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

253 Forest 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 less than 94% of homes in Flathead County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Flathead County

What homes are worth in Kalispell 59901

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

This home
$296K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Kalispell 59901.

How it measures up in Kalispell 59901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalispell 59901.

Estimated value$365,671
CheaperTypical $579,750Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $387Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,443 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 253 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKalispell 59901Flathead County
Estimated valuepricier than$365,6718% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2705% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,352 ft²44% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac54% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199044% of homes43% of homes

About 253 Forest Dr

How much is 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT is $365,671 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $339,116 to $392,227. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT?

253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,352 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT built?

253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a mobile home home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT?

253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT is assigned to Evergreen Junior High School (middle), rated B; East Evergreen School (elementary), rated C+; Glacier High School (high), rated C. All sit in Evergreen Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT compare to other homes in Kalispell 59901?

Among the 24,070 homes in Kalispell 59901, it is worth more than 8% of them ($365,671 against a typical $579,750), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($270 against a typical $387), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,352 ft² against a typical 1,443 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1990 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Flathead County, it is worth more than 6% 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 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Forest Dr, Kalispell, MT was $884. The county assessed it at $225,292.

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