The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59920 sells for about $275,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $973 a month.
ZIP 59920 — Kila
The Kila housing market remains stable with low inventory and moderate price growth, reflecting the broader rural Montana trend. High interest rates and limited supply are keeping sales volume low, while demand remains steady for rural residential properties.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a rural, quiet lifestyle with proximity to the amenities of Kalispell, prioritizing outdoor access over urban convenience.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.7% · poverty 2.0% — 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 5.0%/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 5.7%/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 59920, Flathead County MT
Crime rates in Kila are generally low and consistent with rural Flathead County, with property crime being the primary concern compared to more urbanized areas of the state.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Kila Elementary District and Flathead High School District, generally maintaining average performance ratings within the Montana public school system.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk due to its forested landscape and proximity to wildland-urban interface zones, requiring diligent fire-mitigation practices for homeowners.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism, forestry, and the expansion of the nearby Kalispell commercial hub, though development in Kila remains largely low-density and residential.
Property taxes are assessed by Flathead County based on the state's reappraisal cycle, with mill levies determined by local school districts and county-wide services.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving 15-25 minutes to reach employment centers in Kalispell via US Highway 2.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including proximity to Bitterroot Lake, local hiking trails, and seasonal fishing, with limited retail options within the immediate ZIP.
The rental market is tight with limited inventory, often dominated by long-term residential leases and some seasonal vacation-rental activity near lakefront areas.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Flathead County labor market, with significant employment in healthcare, tourism, and construction.
Public transit is non-existent; the area relies entirely on private vehicle travel via US Highway 2 and secondary county roads.
Development is strictly regulated by county zoning, with a focus on preserving rural character and limiting high-density residential projects.
The Flathead County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass-appraisal system based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Kila Elementary and Flathead High School district taxes, alongside standard county-wide levies.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to increased wildfire risk assessments across Western Montana.
Montana continues to see net positive domestic migration, driven by remote workers and retirees moving from higher-cost coastal states.
Montana is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for efficient processing under the Small Tract Financing Act.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property disclosure statement covering known material defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 59920 profile.
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 BASEMENT Escape Rooms514.5 mi
- Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster4.814.2 mi
- Big Mountain Ciderworks4.615.8 mi
- Brannigan's Irish Pub4.415 mi
- Majestic Valley Arena4.619.5 mi
- Mavericks Roadhouse & Casino4.514.5 mi
- Blacktail Mountain Ski Area4.88 mi
- Lone Pine State Park4.812.9 mi
- Herron Park4.811.3 mi
- Foy's Lake Park4.511.9 mi
- Conrad Mansion Museum4.715.2 mi
- Wachholz College Center4.816.1 mi
- Northwest Montana History Museum4.715 mi
- Glacier Art Museum4.414.9 mi
- Bear Country Gallery4.813.9 mi
- Lone Pine State Park4.812.9 mi
- Herron Park4.811.3 mi
- Foy's Lake Park4.511.9 mi
- Glacier Park International Airport4.522.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular destination for boating, fishing, and swimming.
Local community hub providing essential goods and services.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.