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$276,923$204 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

281 MAIN ST

FORSYTH, MT 59327
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,356 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
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

$277K
$242K low$312K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,042 (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.$125,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$110,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,700

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.52 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
CountyROSEBUD
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 60 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Forsyth High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Forsyth Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Forsyth Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.1 mi

District: Forsyth High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59327These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,275
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,767
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,538
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

281 Main St 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Rosebud County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Rosebud County

What homes are worth in Forsyth 59327

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

This home
$116K$596K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Forsyth 59327.

How it measures up in Forsyth 59327

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 59327.

Estimated value$276,923
CheaperTypical $282,632Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,282 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 281 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 59327Rosebud County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,92349% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20458% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,356 ft²56% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac30% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than192225% of homes16% of homes

About 281 Main St

How much is 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT is $276,923 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $241,911 to $311,935. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT last sell?

281 Main St, Forsyth, MT last sold on Oct 5, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT?

281 Main St, Forsyth, MT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,356 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT built?

281 Main St, Forsyth, MT was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT?

281 Main St, Forsyth, MT is assigned to Forsyth High School (high), rated D+; Forsyth Junior High School (middle), rated C; Forsyth Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Forsyth High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT compare to other homes in Forsyth 59327?

Among the 1,475 homes in Forsyth 59327, it is worth more than 49% of them ($276,923 against a typical $282,632), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($204 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,356 ft² against a typical 1,282 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1922 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Rosebud County, it is worth more than 40% 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 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Main St, Forsyth, MT was $2,042. The county assessed it at $125,700.

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