$525,000

136 Brown Bear Ln de Borgia, MT 59830

Estimated payment $2,860/month

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$276 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Deck
  • Spa
  • Mountain View
  • Spring on Lot

About This Home

Escape to the beauty of Western Montana with this well maintained log home nestled on 1.56 acres. Set back just off the De Borgia frontage road, the property offers convenient access to I 90 while providing the privacy and tranquility of a secluded mountain retreat. Surrounded by mature trees with a perfect balance of wooded privacy and open sunshine, this property offers a peaceful setting where the sights and sounds of nature become part of everyday life. The 1,900 square foot log home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and welcomes you with warmth and timeless character only a true log home can provide. Expansive windows and six cedar framed skylights fill the home with an abundance of natural light, creating bright, inviting living spaces while framing picturesque views in every direction. Whether you are enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing after a day outdoors, you will feel connected to nature from nearly every room. The open living area offers a comfortable, cozy atmosphere that is equally suited for entertaining or quiet evenings by the fire. Multiple porches, balconies, and spacious decks extend the living space outdoors, providing countless places to unwind, watch wildlife, listen to the flowing spring, or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air in complete privacy. Each bedroom offers direct access to its own outdoor space, making it easy to step outside and experience the peaceful surroundings at any time of day. This property has been pre inspected by a master inspector and is move in ready for your peace of mind! The seller is motivated and has repaired all identified items on the inspection and the Inspection report is available for review, allowing you to purchase with confidence.
Recent updates include a new metal roof, upgraded blown in ceiling insulation, new flooring, and a new appliances. Designed for year round comfort, the home offers multiple heating options, including a wood stove capable of heating the entire house, a propane stove, and electric heat. Exceptional outbuildings make this property as functional as it is beautiful. Two insulated shops with concrete floors provide ample room for vehicles, recreational equipment, hobbies, or workshop space. The original 26' x 36' shop was built in 2006, while the newer 32' x 24' shop, completed in 2023, features oversized doors and an attached 15 foot covered RV or vehicle storage area. Two dedicated RV hookups with both 30amp and 50amp service make hosting easy, and the hot tub is already wired with its own dedicated 220 volt service. The outdoor amenities are just as impressive. Your own year round natural spring, adds a rare and tranquil feature to the property while attracting deer, elk, wild turkey, and the abundant wildlife Montana is known for. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the established greenhouse with a gravity fed cistern watering system and a highly productive garden that flourishes throughout the growing season. Whether you are tending the garden, relaxing on one of the many decks, or simply listening to the gentle sound of the spring flowing through the property, every corner of this retreat is designed to embrace Montana's natural beauty. Additional amenities include a wired six camera security system with extra cameras included, a Browning 15 gun safe in the primary bedroom, Blackfoot internet and phone service, and Dish Network availability. Perfectly positioned for outdoor recreation, the property is located just 16 miles from Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area and approximately 10 miles from the renowned Route of the Hiawatha Trail. Maintained ATV and snowmobile trails, offering direct access to endless adventures including skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, and off roading throughout the surrounding mountains. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or the ultimate recreational basecamp, this exceptional property offers more than just a home, it offers a lifestyle of peace, privacy, and year-round adventure in one of Western Montana's most beautiful settings. The property also features an assumable VA loan. Shown by appointment only.

Listing Agent

Meredith Kerr

ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula License #RRE-RBS-LIC-79989 Listed on: 07/16/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $288

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1.56 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Garden

Parking

  • 8 Car Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Additional Parking
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Mountain Views
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Spring on Lot
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Greenhouse
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed
  • Well House
  • Awning

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Wall Furnace
  • Propane
  • Spring water is a source of water for the property
  • Cistern
  • Well

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 54285425201020000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$288

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

1.56 Acres

Parking

8

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Directions: Take I-90 from Missoula, exit 18 towards De Borgia, left on Frontage rd. for 1 mile, turn right onto Brown Bear lane, proceed straight through the gate. Signs are visible.
  • Listing I D: 30075051
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.56
  • Lot Size: 67,953
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Equipment: Other
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1900.0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Awning(s), Balcony, Garden, Hot Tub/Spa, RV Hookup, Propane Tank - Leased
  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Garden, Spring
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s), Well House, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Balcony
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 8.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Propane, Phone Connected
  • Heating: Gas, Stove, Wall Furnace
  • Security: Security System Owned, Security System
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Approval Required
  • Water Source: Cistern, Spring, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 67953.6
  • Parcel #: 54285425201020000

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 288.0

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $26 $367,200 $0 $0
2024 $25 $271,600 $0 $0
2023 $25 $271,600 $0 $0
2022 $23 $213,100 $0 $0
2021 $1,614 $213,100 $0 $0
2020 $1,554 $201,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,660 $201,800 $0 $0
2018 $1,671 $199,000 $0 $0
2017 $1,760 $199,000 $0 $0
2016 $1,614 $191,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,530 $191,400 $0 $0
2014 $1,380 $93,810 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/16/2026 07/16/26 For Sale $525,000 +162.5% $276 / Sq Ft
08/30/2018 08/30/18 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
05/16/2018 05/16/18 For Sale $199,999 -- $105 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Flying S Title And Escrow Of M
Warranty Deed -- First American Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $214,800 VA
Previous Owner $168,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $85,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $97,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30075051

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 54-2854-25-2-01-02-0000

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