Looking for an addition contractor in Melstone, MT? Describe your project once and up to five addition contractors who work in Melstone and Musselshell County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Melstone is home to about 147 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+14.0% since 2020). With 239 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Growing families here often add space instead of moving.
Melstone at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 147 (+14.0% since 2020)
- Rank in Montana
- 113th of 126 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 239 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Melstone town)
- Main county
- Musselshell County
What to check before hiring in Melstone
- Zoning: check Melstone's setbacks, lot coverage and height limits first.
- License and permit: in Montana, additions are built by licensed contractors under a permit.
- Structure: second stories need an engineer to check the existing house.
- Price drivers: size, foundation, roof tie-in, plumbing and finishes.
Useful official resources
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
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NAHB
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Melstone
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Room addition
Ground-floor addition with foundation, framing, roof and finishes.
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Second-story addition
New floor over the existing house, with structural engineering.
Frequently asked questions in Melstone
How much does an addition cost in Melstone, MT?
It depends on size, foundation and finishes. Describe your project: contractors who serve Melstone reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months, plus design and permits.
Does an addition raise property taxes?
Usually, since it increases the assessed value.
Which addition contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent addition contractors who serve Melstone and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.