505 S California St, Helena, MT, 59601
About This Home
Buy a home that has truly been well-cared for. This charming residence features all the right updates to ensure peace of mind from day one. With a brand-new furnace and A/C, plus newer windows, you can enjoy a fully efficient home without the worry of upcoming maintenance costs. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open living area where large windows flood the space with natural light, highlighting the neutral tones and clean space. The well-appointed galley kitchen boasts ample oak cabinetry, durable countertops, and matching white appliances. The functional layout includes 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the main floor, while the finished lower level offers a 3rd bedroom, laundry area, and a versatile bonus living space perfect for a family room or crafting area. There is no shortage of space in this home, plus enjoy 3 garage spaces in-town. With a 2 car attached garage for convenience, and a 1 car detached garage for all your extra storage, or turn it into a workshop. Located in the highly desirable Upper East-side of Helena, you are just minutes away from local parks like Lockey Park, schools, shopping, and essential health services like St. Peter's Hospital. With solid bones and classic style it's just waiting for your personal touches.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Masonite
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 1,008
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 05188832423120000
- Zoning description: 1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Topography of land: Level,Sloping
Lot
- Lot size: 8,015 sqft
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Winter Weather
- Lightning
- Earthquake
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Lewis and Clark County and Montana
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,376 | $28,512 |
| Home Insurance | $190 | $2,280 |
| Property Taxes | $217 | $2,604 |
| Electricity | $151 | $1,812 |
| Total | $2,934 | $35,208 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Listed for sale | $505,000 |
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