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Is Columbus, MT 59019 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Columbus is a balanced market. With about 5.1 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply5.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list—Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market69Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$179▼ −14.4% vs. last year

The Columbus housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Columbus, MT 59019 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 69 days and there were 5.1 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 15 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (66 days then) and the median sale price fell 9% to $449,705. Overall, Columbus is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

Within Stillwater County, homes here sell faster than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.

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Nearby markets

Absarokee 59001Seller’s market $271 /sq ftFishtail 59028Buyer’s market $367 /sq ftMolt 59057Buyer’s market $263 /sq ftNye 59061Balanced $352 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Columbus real estate

Is Columbus a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 5.1 months of supply in Columbus, MT 59019 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Columbus?

The typical home went under contract in 69 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Columbus sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Columbus?

About 0.57% of a home’s value a year in Stillwater County, or roughly $2,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Columbus?

The median sale price was $449,705 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $179 per square foot.

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