The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59936 sells for about $562,500, or $380 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,055 a month.
ZIP 59936 — West Glacier
The housing market in 59936 is characterized by low inventory and high price points, driven by its status as a gateway to Glacier National Park. Market activity is largely seasonal, with limited year-round residential transactions and a high prevalence of vacation properties. Buyers face a competitive environment for limited stock, while high insurance costs and remote geography act as significant market constraints.
This ZIP is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, retirees, and second-home buyers seeking proximity to Glacier National Park, rather than traditional commuters or families requiring urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 120 days on market with 18.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 95% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.7% · poverty 10.1% — 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 6.8%/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 6.3%/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 59936, Flathead County MT
Crime rates in the West Glacier area are significantly lower than national and state averages, primarily due to the remote, low-density nature of the geography.
Public education is served by regional districts; school quality is generally rated as high, though access is limited by the vast, rural geography of the area.
The area faces significant wildfire risk due to its location within the wildland-urban interface, necessitating robust fire-mitigation practices and specialized property insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by tourism and seasonal recreation associated with Glacier National Park, with limited industrial or corporate infrastructure development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value; Montana does not have a general sales tax, and property tax rates are influenced by local school district levies.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with long drive times to major employment hubs like Kalispell or Whitefish due to the mountainous terrain and rural road network.
The area is a premier destination for outdoor recreation, featuring immediate access to Glacier National Park, hiking trails, fishing, and seasonal water sports on nearby lakes.
The rental market is heavily skewed toward seasonal and short-term vacation rentals, creating significant supply pressure for long-term housing for local workers.
The economy is almost entirely dependent on tourism, hospitality, and seasonal services related to the National Park system.
Transportation is limited to private vehicle travel; there is no public transit infrastructure serving this remote ZIP code.
Development is highly restricted by federal land management policies and conservation easements, limiting new construction.
Flathead County assesses property values annually based on market sales data and state-mandated appraisal cycles.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school district levies and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are high and rising due to extreme wildfire risk and the difficulty of securing coverage in remote, forested areas.
Montana has experienced net positive domestic migration, though this ZIP remains sparsely populated with limited residential turnover.
Montana is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process for lenders under deeds of trust.
Sellers are required to provide a standard disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, though specific environmental hazards may require additional reporting.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov; high vacancy rate reflects seasonal/vacation home usage.
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.
- Amazing Fun Center4.715.8 mi
- Glacier Highline4.816 mi
- Goats of Glacier516.1 mi
- Great Northern Resort4.711.2 mi
- Glacier National Park4.810.3 mi
- Trail of the Cedars Nature Trailhead4.84.8 mi
- Avalanche Lake Trailhead4.94.7 mi
- Saint Mary Falls4.911.7 mi
- Jackson Glacier Overlook4.710.4 mi
- Granite Park Chalet4.711.4 mi
- Shepard Memorial Fountain4.619.4 mi
- Glacier National Park4.810.3 mi
- Apgar Visitor Center4.68.7 mi
- Apgar Campground4.58.4 mi
- Trail of the Cedars Nature Trailhead4.84.8 mi
- Avalanche Lake Trailhead4.94.7 mi
- Lake McDonald4.83.8 mi
- Glacier Park International Airport4.527.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
World-renowned wilderness area offering extensive hiking, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.
The largest lake in Glacier National Park, popular for boating and photography.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.