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Homestead and Long-Term Rental Reduced Rate
Montana Department of Revenue · State program
Tiered reduced tax rates; no direct cash amount stated
A statewide reduced property-tax rate for principal residences and qualifying long-term rentals. It lowers taxes but does not fund wildfire hardening work.
Program details
How it works
Montana applies a tiered reduced tax rate to qualifying homesteads and long-term rentals.
What the money covers
This is a property tax classification, not a cash grant or service program.
Amounts and matching
For tax year 2026, the page states tiered rates of 0.76% on the first $378,000 of market value, 0.90% on the portion between $378,001 and $756,000, and 1.10% on the portion between $756,001 and $1,511,999.
How to apply
The enrollment portal is open for 2027 tax year applications.
Timing and deadlines
- 2027 tax-year application period: May 4, 2026 through March 1, 2027.
- The page includes verification/enrollment tools for property owners.
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