Real Estate Investing in Fort Shaw, Montana

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 692 • Cascade County

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Should you buy in Fort Shaw, MT? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 26.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 30.4% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $503,578
Avg Monthly Rent $1,251
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Fort Shaw Real Estate

Across Fort Shaw's 1 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $504K median values, $1,251/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Fort Shaw is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

unambiguously Fort Shaw's sale market has not rewarded patience. a stretch for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Fort Shaw's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Best ZIP codes in Great Falls, MT

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Avg Home Value
$503,578
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,251
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MT)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Great Falls, MT metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Great Falls, MT metro
0
Days to pending
6.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Fort Shaw, MT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Shaw, MT

What real estate strategy is ideal for Fort Shaw, MT?

The best-fit strategy in Fort Shaw, MT is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is housing expensive in Fort Shaw, MT?

Typical homes in Fort Shaw, MT go for around $504K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% measured price movement.

What kind of market is Fort Shaw, MT for investors?

Fort Shaw, MT rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $504K and rents near $1,251/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Is MT a landlord-friendly state?

MT law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Fort Shaw inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Are rents high in Fort Shaw, MT?

Rental rates in Fort Shaw, MT average $1,251/mo. Tenant demand and $504K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

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