Located in the desirable North Valley, this beautifully maintained tri-level home offers the perfect blend of subdivision convenience and Montana lifestyle living in an established neighborhood with a welcoming community feel. Just minutes from Lake Helena, the Causeway, and only a short drive to Hauser Lake, Black Sandy, and Lakeside, this property makes it easy to enjoy boating, fishing, camping, and all the outdoor recreation Montana is known for. Proudly owned by only two owners, this 4-bedroom, 2- bath home features 3 bedrooms upstairs with a full bathroom, while the spacious lower-level primary suite offers a private ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, and an additional bonus area perfect for a second living room, office, gym, or hobby space. The updated main floor kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with quartz countertops, light gray cabinetry, darker gray flooring, and an open-concept layout that flows comfortably through the main living areas. Situated on a . 51-acre corner lot, the property includes underground sprinklers, an attached 2-car garage, a large gravel parking area for an RV, camper, boat, or recreational toys, plus a chicken coopwith a few roosters able to stay to help start your flock if desired. Whether you’re looking for space to spread out, room for your toys, or easy access to Montana’s favorite lakes and recreation areas, this property checks all the boxes. Reach out to your real estate professional for a showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$258Price/Sq.Ft.
$4/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Courtney Smith• Platinum Real Estate - Helena
Applegate, located between Helena and the Helena Valley, is a residential and semi-rural Helena Valley West Central neighborhood with wide-open views and a big-sky pace. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Custer Avenue corridor near the I-15 interchange, where feed-and-farm storefronts, service bays, and low-key local counters set a practical, outdoors-first tone. Housing trends toward single-story ranch homes, newer builds on larger lots, and pockets of small-acreage properties. Trail time and water views orbit nearby Tenmile Creek and the shoreline paths at Lake Helena. Weekends often point toward Spring Meadow Lake State Park for walks and birdwatching. For local staples, the Montana Historical Society Museum and ExplorationWorks anchor culture a short drive south in Helena.
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Market insights
7354 Layla Loop · $480,000
DAYS ON MARKET
96 days
The average home goes pending in 58 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
92.0%
Most homes are selling 8% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$480,000
Median sale price in this area is $513,316. (7% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
17% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High-speed internet
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Finished concrete basement
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fire pit
Garden
Front porch
Rear porch
Poultry coop
Level topography
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property
Updated/remodeled condition
Three or more levels
Built by Bushila Construction
Has a view
Parking
Attached garage
2 garage spaces
Additional parking
Garage door opener
RV access/parking
Security
Carbon monoxide detector(s)
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Asphalt roof
Finished basement (concrete)
Utilities
Private well water
Water: private well
Sewer: private septic and public sewer listed
Natural gas available and connected
Electricity connected
Underground utilities
HOA & community
Homeowners association with $50 annual fee (includes insurance)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Remarks: Lovely four bedroom, two bath tri-level home with attached double garage in the north valley awaits you! Enjoy the open concept main level that opens onto the back deck. Perfect for those summer barbecues! Three bedrooms and full bath on second level, with a true master suite and generous walk in closet with private lounging room in lower level. This home has been well taken care of and thoughtfully built. Forced heat and air conditioning, private well and septic, located on a private Loop south of Lincoln Road near the new Jim Darcy Elementary.
Public Records
Aug 5, 2009
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,821 (−19.9%)
$80,767 + $375,533
$456,300
2024
$3,521 (+0.4%)
$80,767 + $375,533
$456,300
2023
$3,505 (+11.4%)
$86,992 + $303,008
$390,000
2022
$3,147 (+1.6%)
$86,992 + $303,008
$390,000
2021
$3,096 (+9.2%)
$66,989 + $227,311
$294,300
2020
$2,835 (+3.6%)
$66,989 + $227,311
$294,300
2019
$2,736 (+10.1%)
$61,222 + $196,278
$257,500
2018
$2,485 (+5.7%)
$61,222 + $183,978
$245,200
2017
$2,351 (+31.3%)
$51,222 + $165,878
$217,100
2016
$1,790 (+0.8%)
$51,222 + $165,878
$217,100
2015
$1,775 (−4.6%)
$36,605 + $156,695
$193,300
2014
$1,860
$36,605 + $156,695
$193,300
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,862
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,862
Year built
2009
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lewis & Clark County
APN
05-1995-19-2-05-05-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
10% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 91° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Helena, MT • 59602
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Helena. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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