Real Estate Investing in Florence, Montana (59833)

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Ravalli County • Population: 6,046 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 59833 (Florence, 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.

📈 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
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.1% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 38.7 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $660,235
Avg Monthly Rent $1,422
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $78,003
% Renters 10.2%

Market Analysis: 59833 Florence

Turning to rents, ZIP 59833 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $660K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The 59833 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

ZIP 59833's metrics run below Ravalli County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

On the rental side, 6,046 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Florence:

D Needs Caution
Buy Confidence Score: 48/100
Affordability
0/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 8.5× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,422/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Missoula, MT Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
6.7%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Missoula, MT metro data
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Property Strategy for 59833

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
2.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+9.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$173,773/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $536,263 $1,580 2.1% +9.2% $268,132
3BR $626,325 $2,200 2.5% +9.8% $208,775
4BR $729,111 $2,650 2.6% +9.6% $182,278
5BR $868,867 +9.4% $173,773

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$708K$602K$497K$392K$286K$181KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 59833 Compare?

Metric 59833 Florence Missoula, MT Montana
Home Value $660,235 $660,235 N/A $457,278
5-Year CAGR 4.6% 4.6% N/A 9.2%
Avg Rent $1,422 $1,422 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.7% 1.7% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.6%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Missoula, 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $660,235
Monthly Rent $1,422
Price-to-Rent 38.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.6%
Cap Rate 1.7%
5-Year IRR 6.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.7%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
10.1%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.6%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 59833

Population: 6,046

💰 Median Household Income
$78,003
This area
$78,003
State
$64,023
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.2%
This area
10.2%
State
24.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
33.5%
This area
33.5%
State
20.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
50.3 years
This area
50.3 years
State
38.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
10.1%
This area
10.1%
State
26.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.3%
Other/Mixed 14.3%
Hispanic/Latino 7.7%
Asian 0.3%
👶 Under 18
18.4%
This area
18.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
27.9%
This area
27.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.0%
This area
3.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 59833

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
16.0:1 Avg Class Size
$21,715 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Florence-Carlton El Schl

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
344 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$21,715 Per Student
A Very Good

Florence-Carlton 6-8

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
201 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
💰
$21,715 Per Student
A Very Good

Florence-Carlton HS

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
249 Students
👨‍🏫
15.6:1 Class Size
💰
$21,715 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is housing expensive in Florence, MT?

Florence, MT home values average about $660K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,422/mo in monthly income.

Is Florence, MT suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Florence, MT reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Florence, MT?

Occupancy in Florence, MT runs predictable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,422/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

What do landlords charge for rent in Florence, MT?

Rent in Florence, MT is around $1,422/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $660K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Are renters plentiful in Florence, MT?

Florence, MT draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $1,422/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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