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    $550,000

    520 Madison Ave, Helena, MT 59601

    4beds
    1,970sqft
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    $3,657/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1887
    8,755 Square Feet Lot
    $542,200 Zestimate®
    $279/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Flexible floor planTree-lined streetInviting covered front porchPeriod fixturesHigh ceilingsBeautiful built-in cabinetry
    SELLER NOW OFFERING AN INTEREST RATE BUY-DOWN CREDIT OF $10,000! Lowers the monthly payment! Discover the character and lifestyle of historic Helena, Montana, at 520 Madison Ave. Set along a tree-lined street near downtown Helena and the Mount Helena trail system, this distinctive 4-bedroom home offers more than 3,000 square feet of space filled with the craftsmanship and personality that make Helena’s historic homes so special. From the inviting covered front porch to the high ceilings, beautiful built-in cabinetry and period fixtures, this is a home for someone who appreciates architecture with a story. The flexible floor plan includes a front bedroom that can easily serve as a home office, while the finished attic features built-in headboards, desks and storage—creating a unique space for guests, hobbies, creative pursuits or a private retreat. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with mature surroundings and a sense of privacy rarely found this close to the heart of Helena. 520 Madison Ave offers the opportunity to enjoy an established historic neighborhood while staying close to downtown Helena restaurants, shopping, arts and entertainment, as well as hiking and mountain biking on nearby Mount Helena. If you have been searching for a historic home in Helena, MT with authentic character, flexible living spaces and a location that connects you to both downtown and Montana recreation, this may be the home you have been waiting for.
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    Listed by:

    Jenni Swartz 406-439-5304,

    RE/MAX Of Helena

    Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30078032MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,817
      • Total interior livable area: 1,970 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Alley Access, On Street
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
      • Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, See Remarks
      • Fencing: Back Yard
      Lot
      • Size: 8,755 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 05188725447050000
      • Zoning description: 1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1887

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Community/Coop

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Helena

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $279/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $607,100
      • Annual tax amount: $2,633
      • Date on market: 9/8/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $542,200

        $515,000 - $569,000

        $2,318/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/14/2026Price change$550,000-5.2%$279/sqft
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        10/8/2026Price change$579,900-0.9%$294/sqft
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        9/15/2026Price change$585,000-4.1%$297/sqft
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        9/8/2026Listed for sale$610,000$310/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,107 +46.3%$607,100 +40%
        2024$1,440 -43.6%$433,500
        2023$2,554 $433,500 +50.3%
        2022-- $288,500
        2021$1,426 +5.9%$288,500 +2.6%
        2020$1,346 -0.2%$281,300
        2019$1,349 -23.5%$281,300 +1.1%
        2018$1,763 +5.9%$278,300
        2017$1,665 +133.9%$278,300 +19.9%
        2016$712 -3%$232,200
        2015$734 +104.7%$232,200 +136.2%
        2014$359 +1.3%$98,315 +2.7%
        2013$354 -80.1%$95,772 +3%
        2012$1,784 $92,952
        2011-- --
        2010-- --
        2009-- --
        2008-- $127,000
        2007-- $127,000
        2006-- $127,000
        2005-- $127,000
        2004-- $127,000
        2003-- $127,000 +43%
        2002-- $88,800
        2000-- $88,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Euclid Ave South

        Getting around

        80 / 100
        Very Walkable
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

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