Flathead Lake, MT relocation guide
Moving to Whitefish, MT
$684,300Median home value
Flathead CountyArea
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About Whitefish
Whitefish is a four-season resort town in northwest Montana, anchored by Whitefish Mountain Resort on Big Mountain. The historic railroad downtown has galleries, breweries, and restaurants, and Whitefish Lake adds summer boating to winter skiing. Second homes and vacation rentals are a big part of the market, with Glacier National Park under an hour away.


Home prices in Whitefish
The median home value in Whitefish is $684,300.
Top places in Whitefish
- Whitefish Mountain Resort — skiing, biking, and scenic lift rides on Big Mountain.
- Downtown Whitefish — historic Central Avenue with shops and dining.
- Whitefish Lake — boating and swimming at City Beach.
- Whitefish Trail — 40+ miles of singletrack around town.
- Glacier National Park — west entrance ~45 min east.
Commuting from Whitefish
- Glacier Park International Airport, ~25 min.
- US-93 and MT-40 are the main highways; Amtrak's Empire Builder stops in Whitefish.
- Many residents work in tourism, hospitality, or remotely.
Whitefish FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Whitefish, MT?
The median home value in Whitefish is $684,300. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Whitefish, MT?
Glacier Park International Airport, ~25 min.
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Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.