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$490,468$681 / 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 89How 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

281 S BOULDER RD

CARDWELL, MT 59721
2
Beds
1
Baths
720 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.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
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

$490K
$438K low$543K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,423 (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.$539,789 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$370,111
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$539,789

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.17
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyMADISON
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 98 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.

E
Cardwell SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 6.0 mi
H
Whitehall High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi

District: Cardwell Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59721These 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.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.188

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.593
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,266
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

281 S Boulder 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 less than 88% of homes in Cardwell 59721
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Cardwell 59721
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Cardwell 59721
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cardwell 59721
  • Older than 89% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Cardwell 59721

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

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$328K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Cardwell 59721.

How it measures up in Cardwell 59721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cardwell 59721.

Estimated value$490,468
CheaperTypical $752,741Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$681
CheaperTypical $483Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 20.02 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 281 S Boulder Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCardwell 59721Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,46812% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68171% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²8% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac10% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than194717% of homes11% of homes

About 281 S Boulder Rd

How much is 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT is $490,468 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $438,280 to $542,656. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT last sell?

281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT?

281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 720 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT built?

281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT?

281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT is assigned to Cardwell School (elementary), rated A+; Whitehall High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Cardwell Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT compare to other homes in Cardwell 59721?

Among the 232 homes in Cardwell 59721, it is worth more than 12% of them ($490,468 against a typical $752,741), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($681 against a typical $483), it is bigger than 8% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 20.02 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1947 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 21% 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 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 S Boulder Rd, Cardwell, MT was $1,423. The county assessed it at $539,789.

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