Is Fort Benton, MT 59442 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Fort Benton is a balanced market. With about 4.8 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Fort Benton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Fort Benton, MT 59442 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 134 days and there were 4.8 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. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (50 days then) and the median sale price fell 13% to $266,760. Overall, Fort Benton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
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Questions about Fort Benton real estate
Is Fort Benton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.8 months of supply in Fort Benton, MT 59442 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 Fort Benton?
The typical home went under contract in 134 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Fort Benton sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price.
What are property taxes in Fort Benton?
About 0.75% of a home’s value a year in Chouteau County, or roughly $3,000 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Fort Benton?
The median sale price was $266,760 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $190 per square foot.
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