Is Helena, MT a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Helena is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Helena has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Helena is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Helena, MT

How much do homes in Helena, MT cost?

Median Sold Price

$445,531

$243/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$11,268(+2.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Helena have sold for 2.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Helena was $445,531 in May 2024, up 2.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $243.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $191K$225K
+17.8%
2 $301.7K$346.2K
+14.7%
3 $416.5K$430K
+3.2%
4 $490K$495K
+1.0%
5+ $590K$660K
+11.9%

Summary: Helena housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 17.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 14.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Helena
+2.6%
Clancy
-13.6%

Housing Supply in Helena, MT

How many homes are available in Helena, MT?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
250296+18.4%

Summary: The Helena real estate market had 296 homes for sale in May 2024, a 18.4% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 49
+125.0%
2 4042
+5.0%
3 102116
+13.7%
4 6482
+28.1%
5+ 4047
+17.5%

Summary: The Helena housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 125%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 13.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 28.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 17.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
5360+13.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

29 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

14 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

17 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Helena, you may be able to get a good deal. 48.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 60 homes were sold or pending in Helena in May 2024, up by 13.2% month-over-month. Of the 60 sold homes, 48% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 28% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Helena, MT

How long does it take to sell a home in Helena, MT?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
55 Days79 Days+43.9%

Summary: Homes in Helena had an average of 79 days on market in May 2024, up by 43.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

19 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

27 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

14 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Helena has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During May 2024, 60 homes were sold in Helena; 32% of homes were sold within 30 days, 45% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 23% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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