Live out your downtown Helena dreams in this historic charmer. Just steps from the trails and a short walk or bike to all the heart of Helena has to offer, this location is a rare find!
This home has it all. 2 main level bedrooms and bathrooms, and a darling upstairs kid "suite" with play room and views of the city. A stunning updated dining room and living room with 14 foot ceilings will have you planning your future social gatherings.
Through the private sunlit courtyard is a backyard "cabin", the perfect space for a studio or home gym.
Last but not least, a fully updated cozy ADU with bathroom, separate entrance, wood stove and endless possibilities for use.
Recent updates include: GFCI throughout, lighting upgrades, original hardwood refinishing and/ or replacement, new windows throughout, new plumbing and electrical in ADU.
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490 W Main St, Helena, MT 59601
3beds
1,714sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.4 Acres Lot
$551,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,439 Estimated rent
Home value
$551,700
$502,000 - $607,000
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Stunning updated dining roomPrivate sunlit courtyardFully updated cozy aduWood stove
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Listed by:
Elyse Demaray 360-320-0389,
Big Sky Brokers, LLC,
Maria Demaray - Menghini 406-465-3034,
Big Sky Brokers, LLC
Bought with:
Jenni Swartz, RRE-BRO-LIC-52258
RE/MAX Of Helena
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30047459
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Additional Living Quarters
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,714 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 544
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Topography: Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 05188736112050000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Helena
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | -- |
Source:  MRMLS #30047459 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000$289/sqft |
Source: MRMLS #30047459 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,375 -5.4% | $516,233 +35.7% |
| 2024 | $3,569 +0.5% | $380,300 |
| 2023 | $3,552 +44.3% | $380,300 +68.4% |
| 2022 | $2,461 -1.7% | $225,800 |
| 2021 | $2,505 +1.3% | $225,800 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $2,472 -0.2% | $222,800 |
| 2019 | $2,477 -17.5% | $222,800 +13% |
| 2018 | $3,002 +5.3% | $197,200 |
| 2017 | $2,851 +53.6% | $197,200 +4.7% |
| 2016 | $1,856 -3.1% | $188,300 |
| 2015 | $1,916 +6.8% | $188,300 +93% |
| 2014 | $1,793 +4.1% | $97,573 +4.4% |
| 2013 | $1,722 +0.9% | $93,436 +5.1% |
| 2012 | $1,706 | $88,936 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $114,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $114,600 +25.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $91,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $91,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 59601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hawthorne SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10C R Anderson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Capital High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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- Montana
- Lewis and Clark County
- Helena
- 59601
- 490 W Main St
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