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$670,291$381 / 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 82How 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

40 LESTER LN

CARDWELL, MT 59721
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,760 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.
20.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$670K
$553K low$788K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,206 (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.$551,341 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$441,931
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$551,341

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.Rustic
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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

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.

E
Cardwell School
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 9.4 mi
H
Whitehall High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.8 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

40 Lester Ln 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 67% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Cardwell 59721
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Cardwell 59721

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

This home
$323K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 44% 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$670,291
CheaperTypical $717,107Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $445Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size20.1 ac
SmallerTypical 20 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 40 Lester Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCardwell 59721Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$670,29144% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38133% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,760 ft²57% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.1 ac56% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than201882% of homes91% of homes

About 40 Lester Ln

How much is 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT is $670,291 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $552,703 to $787,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT last sell?

40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT last sold on May 26, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT?

40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,760 square feet of living space and a 20.10-acre lot.

When was 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT built?

40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT?

40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT is assigned to Cardwell School (elementary); 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 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT compare to other homes in Cardwell 59721?

Among the 227 homes in Cardwell 59721, it is worth more than 44% of them ($670,291 against a typical $717,107), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($381 against a typical $445), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,760 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (20.1 ac against a typical 20 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2018 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 67% 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 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 40 Lester Ln, Cardwell, MT was $5,206. The county assessed it at $551,341.

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