We've talked over and over about how much it costs to live here in Montana.  While most places in the Northwest region are more expensive than a lot of the country, there are a few Montana towns that really stand out when it comes to home prices.

There is an idea that people moving to Montana is new, the fact is, people have been moving here for decades, the difference now is that they're coming quicker and they're causing home prices to skyrocket. So much so that a person or persons making an above-average salary still can't afford a home in one or two Montanan towns.

So which Montana towns are the most expensive when it comes to buying a home?  Well, our friends over at Stacker came out with a list of the 30, however, we're going to focus on the Top 10.

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The data that went into determining this came from Zillow.com.  Basically, Stacker used the Zillow Values Home Index to decide the Top 30.

I know a lot of you are thinking what I was thinking, Bozeman and Missoula will be at the top of the list, so excuse the Spoiler Alert, but neither town made cracked the Top 10, in fact, according to the information, Bozeman is ranked 15th.

Here are the Top 10 Most Expensive Towns For Buying A Home. 

10. Lakeside, Montana with a typical home value of 681,981

9. Big Fork, Montana with a typical home value of 690,851

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8. Cameron, Montana with a typical home value of 698,813

7. Big Arm, Montana with a typical home value of 749,157

6. Garrison, Montana with a typical home value of 782,288

5. Whitefish, Montana with a typical home value of 793,768

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4. Pray, Montana with a typical home value of 818,037

3. Rolling, Montana with a typical home value of 864,230

2. Gallatin Gateway, Montana with a typical home value of 982,571

1. Big Sky, Montana with a typical home value of 1,155,524

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Of course, this is all based on home value and is an overall average.  Plus, a few of these areas are big in ranching, so that might be a factor in the overall value of the home as well.

Check Out These 4 Amazing Bozeman Properties

Bozeman has its fair share of impressive homes. From rustic cabin to sleek modern, you are certainly likely to find something that suits your style. The question, of course, is can you afford it once you find it?

With the median single-family home price right around 865 thousand dollars, it might be hard to get into the home of your dreams.

However, for those of you with a big bank account, or if you just enjoy looking at top-end properties, we have 4 amazing homes for sale in the Bozeman area that you have to check out. From incredible views to amazing kitchens, check out these jaw-dropping homes.

These are the Top 8 Cheapest Towns To Live In, In Montana

Have you been contemplating moving to Montana? Maybe you already live here and the town has gotten so expensive you are having to relocate by no fault of your own. The good news, you can stay in Montana by moving to one of the cheapest towns in Montana.

PropertyClub.NYC has announced its 2023 list of the 8 cheapest Montana towns.

Want A Montana Dream Home? This One Will Cost You 30 Million.

Montana has beautiful homes throughout the state, however, Montana is also home to one of the most exclusive gated communities in the world, the infamous Yellowstone Club. Properties are limited, so that means they're very sought after and expensive. Hence, why many of the Yellowstone Club's residents are often A-List celebrities, athletes, and some of the richest people in the world.

Check out this stunning 7 bed/7 full bath Montana home located on 3 acres located in the Yellowstone Club.

 

 

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