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$667,272$293 / 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

261 BENCH RUN

COLUMBIA FALLS, MT 59912
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,274 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$667K
$605K low$730K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,889 (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.$688,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$611,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$688,300

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
60
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.

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.Modern
CountyFlathead
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 68 ft²Porch · 182 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
Columbia Falls High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Glacier Gateway Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Columbia Falls Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 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

261 Bench Run 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 93% of homes in Flathead County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Columbia Falls 59912
  • Newer than 98% 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
$289K$2M

This home is worth more than 54% 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$667,272
CheaperTypical $629,100Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $423Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 261 Bench Run ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia Falls 59912Flathead County
Estimated valuepricier than$667,27254% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29311% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,274 ft²86% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac39% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than202298% of homes97% of homes

About 261 Bench Run

How much is 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT is $667,272 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $605,028 to $729,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT last sell?

261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT last sold on Jan 24, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT?

261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,274 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT built?

261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT?

261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT is assigned to Columbia Falls High School (high), rated C+; Glacier Gateway Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT compare to other homes in Columbia Falls 59912?

Among the 6,825 homes in Columbia Falls 59912, it is worth more than 54% of them ($667,272 against a typical $629,100), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($293 against a typical $423), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,274 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2022 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Flathead County, it is worth more than 47% 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 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Bench Run, Columbia Falls, MT was $2,889. The county assessed it at $688,300.

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