Still no buyer for vacant senior center

On Wednesday morning, Flathead County took a second whack at trying to unload two lots that used to house the Kalispell Senior Center and a rental property, but no bidder met the minimum price of $315,000.

The county previously held a public auction in December with a price floor of 90 percent of the appraised value of $450,000. No one took it at that price, so this was the next attempt after a price reduction.

The former senior center facility was originally a church building. It is located on a corner lot at 403 Second Ave. W. and an older home and accessory building at 411 and 411 1/2 Second Ave. W. were also included in the auction. The property is being sold as-is.

Flathead County Commissioner Gary Krueger said they would re-examine their options before deciding what course to take next. He said a reappraisal to lower the price could be one option, but they would look at others before making any commitments. He hoped that within six weeks they will have decided on a course of action.

He said they would like to sell the property as soon as possible, as the county continues to heat the building as it sits without much utility.

To schedule a showing or for further information, contact Linda Pistorese at Flathead Valley Brokers at 752-8883 or lindap@fvbmt.com.

Reporter Peregrine Frissell can be reached at (406) 758-4438 or pfrissell@dailyinterlake.com.