The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59044 sells for about $431,950, or $194 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $967 a month.
ZIP 59044 — Lavina
The housing market in 59044 remains stable, reflecting broader trends in the Billings metropolitan area. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by steady demand and limited inventory, though the non-disclosure nature of Montana real estate data makes precise valuation tracking challenging.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with proximity to the amenities and employment opportunities of Billings.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 6.4 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
32% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.0% · poverty 6.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 59044, Yellowstone County MT
Schools serving the area are generally characterized by moderate performance ratings within the regional district framework.
The region faces standard wildfire and wind risks common to the Montana plains, with insurance premiums reflecting these environmental exposures.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Billings metropolitan area, which serves as a regional hub for healthcare, energy, and retail services.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with specific mill levies applied by local school and municipal districts.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commutes into the Billings employment core, with travel times generally ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area offers access to local parks and open spaces, with proximity to the Yellowstone River and regional trail systems for outdoor activities.
The rental market shows stable demand with moderate vacancy pressure, influenced by the area's role as a residential satellite to Billings.
The economy is anchored by the Billings metropolitan area, featuring a diverse mix of healthcare, energy, and retail sectors.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with major corridors connecting the ZIP to the Billings urban center.
Development is largely focused on residential expansion and infrastructure maintenance consistent with regional growth patterns.
The Yellowstone County appraisal district conducts periodic assessments to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to standard school district levies and county-wide service assessments.
Property insurance markets are stable but sensitive to regional wildfire and severe weather risks.
Montana continues to see net positive domestic migration, driven by lifestyle preferences and regional economic growth.
Montana is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption periods defined by statute.
Montana is a non-disclosure state, meaning sale prices are not public record, which impacts the transparency of market data.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- The Reef Indoor Water Park48 mi
- Oasis4.515.2 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.49.4 mi
- Öx Indoor Axe Throwing4.911.8 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.110.7 mi
- MetraPark - First Interstate Arena4.315.4 mi
- Pioneer Park4.613.1 mi
- Moss Mansion Museum4.813.1 mi
- The High Horse Saloon & Eatery4.412.4 mi
- The Pub Station4.513.7 mi
- ZooMontana4.57.4 mi
- Lava Island4.910.9 mi
- Amend Park4.411.1 mi
- Riverfront Park4.510.6 mi
- AMC Shiloh 143.98.7 mi
- Pictograph Cave State Park4.414.7 mi
- Moss Mansion Museum4.813.1 mi
- Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum4.613.4 mi
- Yellowstone Art Museum4.513.7 mi
- Roots Garden Center4.712.3 mi
- Amend Park4.411.1 mi
- Riverfront Park4.510.6 mi
- Zimmerman Park4.712.2 mi
- Rose Park4.411.8 mi
- DanWalt Botanical Gardens4.712.2 mi
- Laurel Golf Club4.65.7 mi
- Yellowstone Country Club4.611.5 mi
- Billings Par 34.710.8 mi
- Briarwood Country Club4.610.8 mi
- Rimrock Mall410.4 mi
- Ross Dress for Less49.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.29.8 mi
- Shipton's Big R West4.49.2 mi
- Albertsons4.212.2 mi
- Billings-Logan International Airport4.413.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides significant recreational access for fishing and boating.
Neighborhood-level green spaces serving local residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.