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$1,049,094$490 / 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 51How 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

501 PETERSON RANCH LN

BUFFALO, MT 59418
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,140 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.
477.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$531K low$1.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,592 (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.$984,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$780,846
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$984,900

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.89 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.possible but undetermined

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
CountyFERGUS
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.477.13
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.Metal
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 · 318 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Moore School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 11.0 mi
H
Moore High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.0 mi
M
Moore 6-8
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.0 mi

District: Moore Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 59418These 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.99
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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.123
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.$58,130
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,681
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

501 Peterson Ranch 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 95% of homes in Fergus County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Fergus County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Fergus County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Fergus County

What homes are worth in Fergus County

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

This home
$244K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Fergus County.

How it measures up in Fergus County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fergus County.

Estimated value$1,049,094
CheaperTypical $242,002Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$490
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size477.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 501 Peterson Ranch Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFergus County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,049,09495% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49091% of homes
Living areabigger than2,140 ft²90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than477.13 ac97% of homes
Year builtnewer than194840% of homes

About 501 Peterson Ranch Ln

How much is 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT is $1,049,094 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $531,370 to $1,566,818. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT last sell?

501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT?

501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,140 square feet of living space and a 477.13-acre lot.

When was 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT built?

501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT?

501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT is assigned to Moore School (elementary); Moore High School (high), rated D; Moore 6-8 (middle). All sit in Moore Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT compare to other homes in Fergus County?

Among the 6,191 homes in Fergus County, it is worth more than 95% of them ($1,049,094 against a typical $242,002), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($490 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,140 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (477.13 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1948 against a typical 1959). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 Peterson Ranch Ln, Buffalo, MT was $3,592. The county assessed it at $984,900.

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