8518 Backburn Dr Helena, MT 59602
Property details
About 8518 Backburn Dr
Move in ready cabin steps away from Holter Lake, Montana! Fully furnished and ready to enjoy - today. The cabin has two formal bedrooms both with closets, a fully stocked kitchen, living room and dining all on the main level and a large loft upstairs with two twin beds, a couch and TV area (great for kids/guests!). This home also provides a brand new washer/dryer and a wood burning fireplace. As well as a heat pump that provides AC on those hot Summer days after being out on the Lake. This property has 2 acres, ample trees, and a large detached garage that has a workman's bench station room and an extra bedroom or overflow guests. This is a must see property, please call listing agent for more information. Access to subdivision boat ramp, and on one of the prettiest lakes around!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
- Interior: Fireplace, Wood Burning Stove, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Wood Burning, Wood BurningStove
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage
- Waterfront: Lake Front, River Access
- View: Lake, Pond, Other, Valley, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Gravel Driveway, Landscaping
- Architectural Style: Custom
- Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Wood
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $489,900
- Price/SqFt: $404
- HOA Amount: $13
- HOA Frequency: Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,865
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Near Public Land, Landscaped
- Directions: GPS will take you there. It is a 35 minute drive on dirt roads past the York Bar.
- Year Built: 1994
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,210 SqFt
- Lot Size: 2 Acres
- MLS Number: 400963
- MLS Name: SWMT
- Office Name: Keller Williams Montana Realty
- Office Phone: (406) 522-7000
- Office Email: mitch@mitchhanson.com
- Listing Agent: Kate Bradley
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $360,100 | $2,865 |
| 2023 | $360,100 | $3,258 |
| 2022 | $201,770 | $2,411 |
| 2021 | $201,770 | $2,208 |
| 2020 | $196,700 | $2,224 |
| 2019 | $196,700 | $1,845 |
| 2018 | $210,810 | $2,385 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Jim Darcy School
Public District PK-5
8.8 mi
•990 Lincoln Rd W
5
Rossiter School
Public District PK-5
11.4 mi
•1497 Sierra Rd E
6
Warren School
Public District PK-5
12.6 mi
•2690 Old York Rd
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 $68,298. Most Helena, MT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Living in Helena, MT
Helena's transportation infrastructure supports both private and public transit options, with a focus on convenience for its residents. The city's public transportation system operates on a set schedule, providing reliable service to key areas within the community. Helena is also accommodating to pedestrians and cyclists, with a number of trails and designated bike lanes that encourage eco-friendly travel. The road network includes well-maintained highways that connect Helena to other major cities in Montana, facilitating easy travel for commuters and visitors. Recent efforts have been made to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of the city's transportation systems.
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About 8518 Backburn Dr
The listing price of 8518 Backburn Dr property is $489,900.
The property 8518 Backburn Dr is a house located in Helena, Montana, 59602.
Active Listing: 8518 Backburn Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8518 Backburn Dr are: Jim Darcy School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rossiter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Warren School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), East Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Helena Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), C R Anderson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Capital High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Helena High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,865 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 8518 Backburn Dr has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 8518 Backburn Dr is 1,210 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8518 Backburn Dr is 1994.
This home is located at 8518 Backburn Dr in Helena, MT and zip code 59602. This 1,210 square foot home, which was built in 1994, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $489,900.
Over 7 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Helena, MT. In the same period over 19 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February and March 2025, Helena, MT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.3%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 53 days, the median list price was $462,000.