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$6,649 Closing Credit¹
#30047873, Jackie Betts, Listing Office: Big Sky Brokers, LLC
$599,000 List price
1949 University St Helena, MT 59601
$7,113
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
3,298 sqft
0.2 acres
$182 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1949 University St
MOTIVATED SELLER! Seller offering a buyer's credit of 2% of purchase price toward's buyer's lender prepaids and/or closing costs from seller proceeds. Welcome to 1949 University, a centrally located 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home on Helena's desirable Upper Westside. Located directly between downtown and Broadwater Hot Springs, with the Mount Helena trail system tying in just a block away, this home offers convenience and serenity. The master bedroom, situated upstairs for added privacy, is a peaceful retreat with breathtaking views of the Sleeping Giant. The main floor features a wonderful living area, ideal for gatherings, along with a well-lit reading or hobby room. Upstairs is a spacious kitchen and dining area, and a living room that overlooks the Helena valley. Step outside to the back patio, where you can enjoy privacy and outdoor living with plenty of room to entertain! This home is truly a gem in one of Helena’s best neighborhoods. Full pre-inspection report available. Additional features include renovations to all three bathrooms, new flooring throughout much of the home, HVAC updates and more!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,298 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.191 Acres
Year built1996
MLS #30041505
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewMountain(s)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- View: Mountain(s)
- Architectural Style: Multi-Level, Tri-Level
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $599,000
- Price/SqFt: $181
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,652
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Euclid Avenue West. Turn Left on Joslyn, Left on Flowerree, Left on University. Home will be on your Right.
- Year Built: 1996
- Living Area: 3,298 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.191 Acres
- MLS Number: 30041505
- MLS Name: MTR
- Office Name: Big Sky Brokers, LLC
- Office Phone: (406) 443-1300
- Office Email: info@bigskybrokers.com
- Listing Agent: Riley Kurtz
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $487,800 | $4,652 |
| 2023 | $487,800 | $5,295 |
| 2022 | $326,800 | $4,195 |
| 2021 | $326,800 | $4,158 |
| 2020 | $321,600 | $4,215 |
| 2019 | $321,600 | $3,577 |
| 2018 | $318,400 | $4,137 |
| 2017 | $318,400 | $3,164 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Kessler Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•2420 Choteau St
3
Broadwater School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•900 Hollins Ave
8
Hawthorne School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•430 Madison Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,004. The most common annual income of people living in Helena, MT is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Hiking/backpacking
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Chipotle
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Mazda
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Rock
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
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About 1949 University St
The listing price of 1949 University St property is $599,000.
The property 1949 University St is a house located in Helena, Montana, 59601.
Active Listing: 1949 University St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1949 University St are: Kessler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Broadwater School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hawthorne School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), C R Anderson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Helena Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Montana City Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Capital High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Helena High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Jefferson High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,652 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1949 University St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1949 University St is 3,298 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1949 University St is 1996.
This home is located at 1949 University St in Helena, MT and zip code 59601. This 3,298 square foot home, which was built in 1996, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $599,000.
Helena, MT housing market in April 2025 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 13 sold at listed price and over 24 sold below. Between March and April 2025, Helena, MT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.2%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 94 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $463,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.