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$863,289$378 / 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 95How 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

279 UPPER RIVER RD

HERON, MT 59844
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,286 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.
5.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
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

$863K
$819K low$908K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,120 (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.$447,078 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$447,078

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.152 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Ranch
CountySANDERS
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.5.90
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
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 · 240 ft²Porch · 77 ft²

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
Noxon 7-8
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.4 mi
H
Noxon High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi
E
Noxon SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.5 mi

District: Noxon Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59844These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,074
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,305
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,932
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

279 Upper 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 more than 89% of homes in Sanders County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Sanders County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Heron 59844
  • Older than 76% of homes in Heron 59844

What homes are worth in Heron 59844

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

This home
$345K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Heron 59844.

How it measures up in Heron 59844

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Heron 59844.

Estimated value$863,289
CheaperTypical $681,147Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$378
CheaperTypical $431Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,286 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,413 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size5.9 ac
SmallerTypical 17.95 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 279 Upper River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHeron 59844Sanders County
Estimated valuepricier than$863,28978% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37837% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,286 ft²80% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.9 ac31% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197724% of homes36% of homes

About 279 Upper River Rd

How much is 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT is $863,289 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $818,846 to $907,732. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT last sell?

279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT last sold on Apr 25, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT?

279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,286 square feet of living space and a 5.90-acre lot.

When was 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT built?

279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT?

279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT is assigned to Noxon 7-8 (middle); Noxon High School (high), rated B-; Noxon School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Noxon Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT compare to other homes in Heron 59844?

Among the 365 homes in Heron 59844, it is worth more than 78% of them ($863,289 against a typical $681,147), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($378 against a typical $431), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,286 ft² against a typical 1,413 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (5.9 ac against a typical 17.95 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1977 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Sanders 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 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Upper River Rd, Heron, MT was $2,120. The county assessed it at $447,078.

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