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701 Defoe St, Missoula, MT, 59802

3beds
2baths
1,300sqft
$539,500
$415price/sqft
$3,330/moest. monthly cost
$133,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully updated and energy-efficient home featuring approximately 1,300 square feet of finished living space, exceptional landscaping, and outstanding outdoor living spaces. Thoughtfully maintained and move-in ready, this home combines modern updates with the character and charm of a mature, established neighborhood. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, updated lighting, and modern flooring. Fresh interior paint, custom trim work, and updated finishes throughout create a clean and inviting living space. The home offers two upstairs bedrooms plus a main-level bedroom/office, a spacious primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, and two updated bathrooms, including a fully remodeled lower-level bathroom. Major improvements include Hardie siding, spray foam insulated exterior walls, upgraded attic insulation, and numerous energy-efficiency upgrades that contribute to year-round comfort and low utility costs. Outdoor amenities include a large paver patio, covered BBQ area, hot tub, underground sprinklers, drip irrigation, mature landscaping, established flower beds, and a large storage shed. Additional features include an attached 1½-car garage, heated laundry/utility room with utility sink, and a stand-up crawlspace offering excellent storage and easy access to plumbing and mechanical systems. This is a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully improved home where the major projects have already been completed. For additional information or to schedule a private showing, text 406-531-4404.

Getting Around

62
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
47
TransitSome Transit
81
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

3/10
Lowell SchoolGrades PK-50.4 mi
5/10
Porter Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.9 mi
6/10
Hellgate High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1919

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Conventional

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range / Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Basement: Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Other
  • Cooling features: Central

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 04220016429060000

Features

  • Exterior features: Wood,Cement / Concrete
  • Has spa: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,920 sqft

Parking

  • Parking features: Garage - Attached,On-street

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Missoula County and Montana

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,728$32,736
Home Insurance $160$1,920
Property Taxes $291$3,492
Electricity $151$1,812
Total$3,330$39,960

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$114,171/yr
40% on housing$99,900/yr
45% on housing$88,800/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.3%
12.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.3%
1.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.0%
5.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$415This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 59802$218
Missoula County$310

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 59802$326
Missoula County$310

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-07Pending sale$539,500
2026-07-30Listed for sale$539,500
2008-11-09Listing removed$255,000
2008-08-29Listed for sale$255,000

For Sale by Owner

AgentProperty Owner

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