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Is Chester, MT 59522 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Chester is a buyer’s market. With about 22.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply22.4Under 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 market157Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$88▼ −46.3% vs. last year

The Chester housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Chester, MT 59522 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 157 days and there were 22.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, 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 faster (314 days then) and the median sale price fell 15% to $158,931. Overall, Chester is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

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Questions about Chester real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 22.4 months of supply in Chester, MT 59522 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 Chester?

The typical home went under contract in 157 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Chester sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Chester?

About 0.93% of a home’s value a year in Liberty County, or roughly $3,720 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Chester?

The median sale price was $158,931 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $88 per square foot.

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