The term “American Redoubt” was coined by novelist and survivalist blogger James Wesley, Rawles (he added the comma) about a decade ago, but the idea of conservative-leaning separatist movements in the inland Northwest is older than that. But other real estate agents are catering to precisely the conservative demographic - specifically, people looking to relocate to what’s been dubbed “the American Redoubt.” ‘SAFE HAVEN’ The firm Enger works for doesn’t specifically market to buyers motivated by political considerations - its website highlights the scenic wonders, recreational opportunities and quietude on offer in that part of the state more than anything. “They want to be among like-minded people,” she said. Enger said that type of buyer has increased considerably since the election of President Joe Biden. But another type of buyer has emerged from California, Washington and elsewhere looking to live in a more conservative community that matches their political values. In October 2021, the average was 39 days on the market, according to the Montana Regional MLS.įor years, Enger said, many of the people who moved to Sanders County were retirees looking for a quieter place to enjoy their golden years.

In 2019, a property would usually be on the market for more than 100 days before being sold. Now there might be fewer than 12.Īnd when a property is listed, it goes quickly. Gail Enger, a longtime broker in Thompson Falls, said that a few years ago Sanders County - a remote community with about 11,400 residents pinned against the Idaho border - would have dozens of properties for sale at any given time. Some real estate agents have dubbed it a “land grab” as out-of-state buyers snap up properties, sending home prices to astronomical heights, particularly in Missoula, Bozeman and the Flathead Valley.īut even in Montana’s more remote corners, property is selling quickly. Montana’s real estate market has been burning red hot for well over a year.

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