Flathead Lake, MT relocation guide
Moving to Bigfork, MT
$674,600Median home value
Flathead CountyArea
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About Bigfork
Bigfork is an artsy village on the northeast shore of Flathead Lake in Flathead County, known for its galleries, summer theater, and Swan River waterfront. Downtown is a walkable strip of shops and restaurants, while the surrounding hills hold lake-view homes and cherry orchards. It is one of northwest Montana's small towns, drawing boaters, artists.
Home prices in Bigfork
The median home value in Bigfork is $674,600.
Top places in Bigfork
- Flathead Lake — the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi.
- Bigfork Summer Playhouse — the long-running summer theater in the village.
- Swan River — the wild and scenic river flowing through town.
- Downtown Bigfork — galleries, bookstores, and restaurants along Electric Avenue.
- Wayfarers (Harry Horn) State Park — lakefront park just south of the village.
- Jewel Basin Hiking Area — alpine lakes and trails in the Swan Range, ~30 minutes east.
Commuting from Bigfork
- Kalispell is ~25 minutes northwest via MT-35.
- Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) is about 40 minutes northwest.
- No transit; driving is the only option.
Bigfork FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bigfork, MT?
The median home value in Bigfork is $674,600. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Bigfork, MT?
Kalispell is ~25 minutes northwest via MT-35.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.