Real Estate Law in Montana

Montana ( MT)

Average: $1,000

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$400

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $1,000                    
Typical
                        Real Estate Law Case
                    

High Estimate

$2,500

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$150/hr	$234/hr	$375/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$400	$1,000	$2,500

What to Know About Real Estate Law Costs in Montana

Montana does not require attorney closings. Fees $400-$1,000. No transfer tax. Property taxes average 0.74%. Montana has no state sales tax. Seller disclosure required. Montana has specific water rights, grazing rights, and mineral rights considerations critical for ranch and agricultural properties. BLM land access issues are significant.

Sources: State REALTORS Association, Bankrate Closing Cost Study 2024 (MT)