Rare Development Opportunity with Whitefish River Access & Townhouse/Duplex Zoning! Perfectly positioned just a short bike ride from downtown, this classic 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 1,860-square-foot home sits on a . 19-acre lot backing the legendary Whitefish River. Enjoy the convenience of river access from the property, plus a public kayak launch just down the road — all the lifestyle perks without the maintenance demands of true waterfront ownership. This unique property is a powerhouse of potential: offered as-is, you can move right into the charming existing home, keep the current tenant for immediate cash flow, or capitalize on the rare Townhouse/Duplex Zoning with incredible potential to develop two three-story luxury townhomes. Whether you're looking for a premier in-town residence, a steady investment asset, or your next high-upside development project, this is a prime piece of Whitefish real estate ready for your vision.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$228Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Buis• Beckman's Real Estate
Bought with Bart Slaney• Rocky Mountain Real Estate
Est. $2,272 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 639 Riverside Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 10, 2026
Sold
—
MRMLS #30072266
Aug 10, 2026
Sold
—
Jun 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$228/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 28, 2021
Sold
—
MRMLS #22100606
Jan 28, 2021
Sold
—
Jan 15, 2021
Listed
$309,000
$166/sq ft
Remarks: This classic Whitefish home sits on the WHITEFISH RIVER and is a short bike ride to downtown. Zoned DUPLEX LOT with potential for two, three story townhomes. Float the Whitefish River to the public river access less than a block away. Move into home as is, keep current tenant, or use as development opportunity. Showings starting Sunday, 1/17/20. For more information call Tanya Gersh (406) 261-4830,, or your real estate professional.
Public Records
Jun 14, 2013
Sold
—
Public Records
Mar 17, 2010
Sold
$70,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,699 (−8.9%)
$333,072 + $368,228
$701,300
2024
$2,963 (+8.1%)
$333,072 + $368,228
$701,300
2023
$2,741 (+19.3%)
$212,128 + $281,372
$493,500
2022
$2,297 (−2.9%)
$212,128 + $281,372
$493,500
2021
$2,365 (+26.3%)
$124,072 + $154,528
$278,600
2020
$1,872 (−6.2%)
$124,072 + $154,528
$278,600
2019
$1,996 (+12.6%)
$70,980 + $125,020
$196,000
2018
$1,773 (+8.8%)
$70,980 + $125,020
$196,000
2017
$1,630 (+12.2%)
$69,696 + $98,804
$168,500
2016
$1,452 (−0.7%)
$69,696 + $98,804
$168,500
2015
$1,462 (−26.9%)
$60,296 + $87,304
$147,600
2014
$1,999
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,320 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,938
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Flathead County
APN
07-4292-36-4-48-10-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
WR-2
Two-Family Residential District
The WR-2 District is intended for residential purposes to provide for 1-family and 2-family homes in an urban setting connected to all Municipal utilities and services.
Waterfront Features: River Front, Waterfront Access
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Level,Sloping
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Sloped, Back Yard, Front Yard, Wooded
Water Body Name: Whitefish River
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size : 0.19
Lot Size Area: 0.19
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Zoning: Industrial - Light
Zoning Description: WR-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,698.82
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: District No. 44
Middle Or Junior School District: District No. 44
High School District: District No. 44
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Whitefish, head east on 2nd Street, turn right onto Riverside Avenue, and the property will be on your left overlooking the river
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,938
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,320 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Flathead County
APN: 07-4292-36-4-48-10-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: NorthwestMontanaAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
L A Muldown School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Whitefish Middle 5-8
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Whitefish High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Whitefish, MT • 59937
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Whitefish. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.