Real Estate Investing in Jefferson County, Montana

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5 ZIP codes • Population: 12,318

Should you buy in Jefferson County, MT? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (47/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ 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
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  • Elevated vacancy: 11.4% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.6% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $466,138
Avg Monthly Rent $1,327
ZIP Codes 5

Investing in Jefferson County Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning county in Montana: Jefferson has 4 cities, 5 ZIPs, and investment math that only works for investors with genuine local understanding.

The investment case for Jefferson County is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 3.0 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

The 0% renter share in Jefferson masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$466,138
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,327
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (MT)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Helena, 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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Cities in Jefferson County

ZIP Codes in Jefferson County, MT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jefferson County

What is the typical rental rate in, MT?

Expect rents around $1,327/mo per month in, MT. With home values at $466K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

What is the typical renter like in, MT?

Tenant demand in, MT is solid. The local workforce $1,327/mo rents across most rental classes.

What are vacancy rates like in, MT?

Vacancy risk in, MT is elevated. That supports measured cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is, MT good for landlords?

, MT operates under MT law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect even-keeled treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

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