From Bigfork to Whitefish, deeply local
David Lowe knows the Flathead Valley — its lakefront and mountain corridors, its school districts and seasons, its hidden trails and Sunday-best restaurants. Browse the current listings, explore the areas, and reach out when you're ready to find your place in Montana.
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Where We Sell
Northwest Montana, town by town
Each Flathead Valley town has its own character — Bigfork the walkable bayside village, Whitefish the ski-mountain town, Kalispell the regional hub, Polson the gateway to the south shore. We’ll help you find the one that fits.
A walkable bayside village on the northeast corner of Flathead Lake — gallery-rich, Glacier-doorstep, and one of the country’s 100 best small art towns.
Explore Bigfork
The largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi — 28 miles long, 185 miles of shoreline, and water clarity statistically unchanged since 1977.
Explore Flathead Lake
A four-season ski-mountain town with Big Mountain at its back, Whitefish Lake at its feet, and Glacier National Park 25 miles east.
Explore Whitefish
How David Works
Appraiser-informed real estate
Most agents talk about “market value” with a confidence that costs the client at the margin. David spent a decade producing FHA, VA, and private-lender appraisals across Flathead County — every offer reflects that valuation discipline.
From the Resources
Plain-English guides
Guide · April 15, 2026
Montana's New Property Tax: How Primary vs. Second-Home Rates Affect Your Bottom Line
Beginning with 2026 bills, Montana taxes second homes at 1.90% and primary residences at 0.76-1.10%. A worked example on a $2.5M lakefront, the homestead deadline, and what to do about it.
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Guide · May 6, 2026
West Shore vs. East Shore Flathead Lake: A Buyer's Honest Comparison
The four shores of Flathead Lake behave very differently — by character, climate, price, regulation, and lifestyle. A side-by-side breakdown for lakefront buyers.
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Article · April 29, 2026
Wildfire Smoke Season in Northwest Montana: An Honest Look at August
How bad is wildfire smoke in the Flathead Valley, really? When it happens, how locals cope, and what to look for in a home before you buy.
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Ready to talk Montana?
Whether you're starting your search or ready to schedule a showing, David picks up. Call, text, or send a note — he'll get back the same day.
Northwest Montana, every season