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$1,163,933$602 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $726,180 on Oct 14, 2021

256 ELK RIDGE RD

HAMILTON, MT 59840
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,932 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.
5.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$726,180 · Oct 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,875 (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.$977,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$732,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$977,000

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.54
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
32
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.38 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
CountyRAVALLI
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.5.68
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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 · 791 ft²Shed · 200 ft²Porch · 44 ft²

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

E
Washington School
Elementary · Grades PK–KG · 2.8 mi
M
Hamilton Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Hamilton High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Hamilton K-12 Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 59840These 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.98
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 100.66

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.16,678
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.34 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,529
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,674
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.37°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

256 Elk Ridge 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 more than 90% of homes in Hamilton 59840
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Hamilton 59840
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Hamilton 59840
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Hamilton 59840

What homes are worth in Hamilton 59840

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

This home
$304K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Hamilton 59840.

How it measures up in Hamilton 59840

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hamilton 59840.

Estimated value$1,163,933
CheaperTypical $553,149Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$602
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,932 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size5.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 256 Elk Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamilton 59840Ravalli County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,163,93390% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60291% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,932 ft²71% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.68 ac81% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than199256% of homes49% of homes

About 256 Elk Ridge Rd

How much is 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT is $1,163,933 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,014,238 to $1,313,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT last sell?

256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT last sold on Oct 14, 2021 for $726,180, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT?

256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,932 square feet of living space and a 5.68-acre lot.

When was 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT built?

256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT?

256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT is assigned to Washington School (elementary); Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated C+; Hamilton High School (high), rated B. All sit in Hamilton K-12 Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT compare to other homes in Hamilton 59840?

Among the 6,707 homes in Hamilton 59840, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,163,933 against a typical $553,149), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($602 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,932 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (5.68 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1992 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Ravalli County, it is worth more than 89% 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 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 Elk Ridge Rd, Hamilton, MT was $3,875. The county assessed it at $977,000.

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