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Is East Helena, MT 59635 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

East Helena is a seller’s market. With about 2.4 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply2.4Under 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 market62Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$277▼ −2.8% vs. last year

The East Helena housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in East Helena, MT 59635 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 62 days and there were 2.4 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 47 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold faster (74 days then) and the median sale price held steady to $462,300. Overall, East Helena is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Lewis and Clark County, homes here sell more slowly than in 60% 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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Questions about East Helena real estate

Is East Helena a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 2.4 months of supply in East Helena, MT 59635 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 East Helena?

The typical home went under contract in 62 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in East Helena sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in East Helena?

About 0.79% of a home’s value a year in Lewis and Clark County, or roughly $3,160 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in East Helena?

The median sale price was $462,300 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $277 per square foot.

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