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1100 Essex, Essex, MT, 59916

2beds
--baths
800sqft
$399,000
$499price/sqft
$2,446/moest. monthly cost
$97,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Custom built 30ft off-grid yurt on 5 private acres bordering Flathead National Forest with views of Glacier Park. Property includes a 12-volt battery system, outdoor shower, large deck and vault toilet. Interior features a large kitchen with ample storage, propane cooking stove, private bedroom, large loft sleeping up to six, and a spacious storage room. New wood stove provides efficient heat. Large deck offers outdoor living space with forest and mountain views. Direct access to public land for recreation, skiing, and hiking. Groomed x-country trails right out your front door. No visible neighbors, quiet setting, and designed for year-round off-grid living or seasonal use. Ideal for a private retreat, short term rental, or sustainable homestead near the Flathead Valley. Listing agent is related to the seller.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

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West Glacier SchoolGrades PK-621.8 mi
5/10
Columbia Falls High SchoolGrades 9-1226.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2020

Materials

  • Foundation: Other

Other

  • Builder name: Shelter Designs

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0

Heating

  • Heating features: Wood Stove

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 800 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 07408302102070000
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Generator,Other

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Park/Greenbelt
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 5.11 Acres
  • Features: Views,Wooded,Level

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

  • Avalanche
    AvalancheVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireRelatively High

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Avalanche
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Flathead 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 $2,017$24,204
Home Insurance $99$1,188
Property Taxes $179$2,148
Electricity $151$1,812
Total$2,446$29,352

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$83,862/yr
40% on housing$73,380/yr
45% on housing$65,226/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: 10.0%
10.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.3%
1.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.6%
5.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$499This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 59916$250
Flathead County$402

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 59916$454
Flathead County$363

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-01Price change$399,000
2025-12-01Listed for sale$415,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJelisa Byl
BrokerageNational Parks Realty - Whitefish

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