59868 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 59868 (Seeley Lake, Montana) pay a median of $1,869/year in property taxes on homes valued at $286,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.65%, which is 9% below the Montana state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 59868 is approximately $156, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Missoula County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Montana, 59868 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 59484 (0.65%) and 59873 (0.65%).

In Seeley Lake, property taxes represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $48,409, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Montana reassesses property at market value annually without a cap, and you will be assessed at current market value when you take ownership. Missoula County offers a Senior Homestead Exemption (65+ owners with one year occupancy) and disabled exemptions that can reduce your tax burden—contact the Missoula County Assessor to determine eligibility. Submit any exemption claims to the Missoula County Assessor's office within 30 days of purchase to ensure the exemption applies to your first assessment year.