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$1,011,762$590 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

279 VISTA DR

WHITEFISH, MT 59937
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,716 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$926K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,661 (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.$840,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$614,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$840,900

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyFLATHEAD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Porch · 156 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
L a Muldown SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.6 mi
H
Whitefish High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Whitefish Middle 5-8A+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Whitefish Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59937These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.17,377
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,593
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,283
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%

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How this home compares

279 Vista 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 Flathead County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Flathead County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Flathead County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Flathead County

What homes are worth in Whitefish 59937

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

This home
$406K$6.8M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Whitefish 59937.

How it measures up in Whitefish 59937

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whitefish 59937.

Estimated value$1,011,762
CheaperTypical $1,046,694Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$590
CheaperTypical $688Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 279 Vista Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitefish 59937Flathead County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,011,76248% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59036% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,716 ft²56% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac41% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than201479% of homes82% of homes

About 279 Vista Dr

How much is 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT is $1,011,762 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $925,669 to $1,097,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT last sell?

279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT last sold on Dec 2, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT?

279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,716 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT built?

279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT?

279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT is assigned to L a Muldown School (elementary), rated A+; Whitefish High School (high), rated A; Whitefish Middle 5-8 (middle), rated A+. All sit in Whitefish Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT compare to other homes in Whitefish 59937?

Among the 9,319 homes in Whitefish 59937, it is worth more than 48% of them ($1,011,762 against a typical $1,046,694), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($590 against a typical $688), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,716 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2014 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Flathead County, it is worth more than 73% 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 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 Vista Dr, Whitefish, MT was $2,661. The county assessed it at $840,900.

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