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$705,983$788 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

953 RIVER RD

TOWNSEND, MT 59644
2
Beds
1
Baths
896 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.
35.04 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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$706K
$645K low$767K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$705,983
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$564,786

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,377 (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.$841,308 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$664,075
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$841,308

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.18
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.
37
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBROADWATER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.35.04
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.Gravity
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Shed · 864 ft²Patio · 256 ft²Porch · 704 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Cecelia Hazelton SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.4 mi
M
Townsend 7-8C+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.4 mi
H
Broadwater High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Townsend K-12 Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 59644These 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.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.199

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.5,864
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

953 River 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 more than 80% of homes in Townsend 59644
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Townsend 59644
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Broadwater County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Townsend 59644
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Townsend 59644

What homes are worth in Townsend 59644

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

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$234K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Townsend 59644.

How it measures up in Townsend 59644

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Townsend 59644.

Estimated value$705,983
CheaperTypical $494,964Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$788
CheaperTypical $326Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area896 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size35.04 ac
SmallerTypical 1.25 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 953 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTownsend 59644Broadwater County
Estimated valuepricier than$705,98380% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78897% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than896 ft²11% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than35.04 ac92% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than201886% of homes80% of homes

About 953 River Rd

How much is 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT is $705,983 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $644,784 to $767,182. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT last sell?

953 River Rd, Townsend, MT last sold on Apr 16, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT?

953 River Rd, Townsend, MT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 896 square feet of living space and a 35.04-acre lot.

When was 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT built?

953 River Rd, Townsend, MT was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT?

953 River Rd, Townsend, MT is assigned to Cecelia Hazelton School (elementary), rated B-; Townsend 7-8 (middle), rated C+; Broadwater High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Townsend K-12 Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT compare to other homes in Townsend 59644?

Among the 2,496 homes in Townsend 59644, it is worth more than 80% of them ($705,983 against a typical $494,964), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($788 against a typical $326), it is bigger than 11% of them (896 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (35.04 ac against a typical 1.25 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2018 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Broadwater County, it is worth more than 72% 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 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 953 River Rd, Townsend, MT was $8,377. The county assessed it at $841,308.

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