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Mountain vistas in the Montana countryside
Carlton, south of Missoula in the heart of the Bitterroot Valley, is a rural community known for its mountain scenery and activity. "It's got the Bitterroot Mountains to the west that are just gorgeous and the Sapphire Mountains to the east that are beautiful. And in between, you get all the fun animals like moose, deer and elk," says Jim Adair, a Realtor with EXIT Realty and lifelong Missoulian. "It's really a natural paradise. We don't have any palm trees or anything, but man, it's lush, and it's pretty." Carlton is centered around U.S. Route 93, offering easy access to the shopping and dining of Missoula while also giving residents a quiet place to call home in the Western Montana mountains.
Exploring Montana's natural beauty in Carlton
The Bitterroot River flows through Carlton and is a popular destination for fly fishing. "The Bitterroot River is a fly fishing mecca. People fly from all over the country and the world to fish that river," says Adair. "There's tons of public fishing spots and boat ramps. The river is something like 80 miles long but averages five feet deep, so it's not a dangerous river. It's a fisherman's paradise." Chief Looking Glass Fishing Access Site is a public fishing area on the river's west bank. The area also has a campground for adventure seekers looking for an extended trip. Hiking is another available activity in and around Carlton, with several trails through the Bitterroot Mountains to the west. The Sweeney Trailhead is about 12 miles south in Florence and offers access to mountain lakes and untouched wilderness. The Lolo Peak trailhead is about 20 miles northwest and is the starting point for a strenuous hike to Carlton Lake, where many hikers set up camp overnight.
Carlton known for its mountain scenery and activity.
The Bitterroot River flows through Carlton.
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Countryside homes on spacious lots
A mix of housing is available in Carlton for nearly every price point. "There's a little bit of everything. You will find that you get a little more acreage and you get a better price per square foot in that area. But seriously, a little bit of everything for every price point, from luxury homes to starter homes," says Danni Moore, a broker with Engel & Volkers Western Frontier who has sold multiple properties in the area. Ranch-style homes and farmhouses are among the most common in Carlton, often on large lots with horse facilities and outbuildings like small barns. Log cabins are also common, nestled into the mature pine trees on the expansive properties. Most homes cost between $750,000 and $1.3 million. Buyers should be aware that many properties on the neighborhood's east side are in the 100-year floodplain of the Bitterroot River.
At Carlton you will find mix of everything.
Homeowners at Carlton can I have some privacy surrounded by big land.
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K-12 education at Florence-Carlton schools
Students might attend Florence-Carlton Elementary School, Florence-Carlton Middle School and Florence-Carlton High School. The elementary and high schools receive C-plus ratings from Niche, while the middle school is rated a B-minus. All three schools share a facility in Florence, about 2 miles south of Carlton. The high school serves approximately 250 students and offers clubs like National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America and the Florence Chronicle student newspaper.
Kids starting their education at Florence-Carlton Elementary School.
Florence-Carlton High School located at the same ground as elementary in middle school.
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Quick trips to nearby cities for shopping and dining
There is no commercial activity in Carlton, but the communities of Lolo and Florence are just a short drive away on U.S. 93. Lolo Creek Steakhouse is a rustic log cabin-style restaurant in Lolo with a wide-ranging menu that includes several cuts of meat. The restaurant also serves cocktails with spirits made at its own distillery. Lolo Harvest Foods is a local grocery store in Lolo, while Gary & Leo's Fresh Foods is south in Florence. Adair and Moore say most residents will drive north to Missoula for weekly grocery trips to shop at stores like Costco on North Reserve Street. Missoula has chain stores like Target, Walmart, Lowe's and Best Buy, and several chain and local restaurants.
Lolo Harvest Foods is another grocery option for the neighborhood.
Always busy and delicious Lolo Creek Steakhouse.
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One way in and out of Carlton
Due to Carlton's rural location, there are no public transit options in the area. U.S. Route 93 is the main route to nearby communities, whether it's the 2-mile drive to Florence or the 7-mile trip to Lolo. Downtown Missoula is about 17 miles north along U.S. 93, and the closest hospital is Community Medical Center, about 15 miles north on Fort Missoula Road.
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Transit
Airport
Missoula Montana
30 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Carlton
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carlton, Florence sell after 153 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Carlton, Florence over the last 12 months is $853,750, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Situated on Leo Hansen Road, a tranquil low-traffic area just a short 20-minute drive from Missoula, this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in Florence, Montana, offers serene country living at its finest. Built in 1995 on 4.5 meticulously maintained acres, this property boasts fenced and cross-fenced grounds, ideal for accommodating animals. Adjacent to a conservation easement ensuring
Located in the peaceful landscape of Florence, Montana, just 20 minutes from Missoula, this charming 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sits on 3 beautifully landscaped acres with mature trees, vibrant perennials, and underground sprinklers for year-round greenery. The property includes two wells with water rights and multiple outbuildings, including a heated and insulated shop built in 2004. A 2002
Beautiful treed 22.84 acre parcel with close access to paved county roads just minutes north of Florence. Slopes gently from north to south, where there are several viable groundwater water monitoring sites are already on the property, indicating that faster septic permitting is possible for the multiple building sites. Un-zoned with no covenants.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
584
Median Age
45
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,454
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,532
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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