$1,995,000
$204K PRICE DROP

181 Hart Bench Rd Darby, MT 59829

Estimated payment $11,197/month

Total Views 20,701
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
7,868 Sq Ft
$254 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Spa
  • Mountain View
  • Arena
  • Sauna
  • Deck

About This Home

No trailering required—miles of unrestricted riding and fully horse-ready from day one with steel pipe fencing, 5-stall barn, arena, round corral, irrigated hay ground, 19.55-acres and direct access to Bitterroot National Forest. Live Montana’s ultimate equestrian lifestyle — where scenic privacy meets endless miles of trails. Ride straight into the U.S. Forest Service trails from your gate, or relax in your private sauna after a day exploring the mountain air. This country estate is a custom-designed masterpiece of western living, featuring four bedrooms, bonus room, office, game room with wet bar and wine fridge, a cozy library nook, double garage as well as two full guest apartments, and heated workshop. Perfect for equestrians, multi-generational living, or as a legacy retreat with income potential. Located minutes from Chief Joseph Ranch, Lake Como, and Lost Trail Ski Area, this property offers year-round recreation and luxurious self-sufficiency — all under Montana’s big sky. This is more than a home—it’s a self-sustaining retreat built for adventure, serenity, and lasting legacy under the Big Sky. Fish the legendary West Fork of the Bitterroot River in less than five minutes, ski Lost Trail Powder Mountain in just 30, or simply enjoy the peace and privacy of your own mountain retreat, complete with panoramic views, lush irrigated pasture, and three ponds. Thoughtful details like wrap-around decks, multiple fireplaces, and a private hot tub maximize your connection to nature and the stunning south valley vistas. The home includes a private 1-bedroom guest wing with a full kitchen, bath, and separate entrance. A second fully-equipped studio apartment—an 840 sq ft space above the large detached shop—has served successfully as a vacation rental.
Equestrian and ranch amenities include:
• 5-stall barn with tack room and hay storage
• Large riding arena
• Steel pipe fencing
• Irrigated pastures
• Fenced garden with fertile soil and optimal sunlight Built for self-sufficiency and peace of mind, the property includes solar panels, electric utilities, and a full-home generator for uninterrupted living. Whether you're raising horses, cultivating a garden, or watching elk and deer cross the land at dawn, this property offers an unmatched Montana lifestyle. It’s not just a home—it’s a private sanctuary built for legacy living in Big Sky Country.

Listing Agent

Kelly Whitmoyer

Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Hamilton License #RRE-BRO-LIC-79719 Listed on: 11/10/2025

Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Hamilton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,315

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 19.55 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Poultry Coop
  • Cross Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Additional Parking

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Meadow

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete

Interior Spaces

  • 7,868 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Quarters
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Sauna
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Wrap Around Porch

Farming

  • Barn
  • Pasture

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Tack Room
  • Arena

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Power Generator
  • Water Rights
  • Irrigation Water Rights
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13107312301070000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,315

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

19.55 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Directions: South of Darby - Hwy 93 to West Fork Road, west on Leavens Rd, to right on Hart Bench Rd to address will be on left
  • Listing I D: 30060388
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 19.55
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace, Sauna, Additional Living Quarters
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Generator, Irrigation Equipment
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1584.0
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 7868.0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Balcony, Garden, Hot Tub/Spa
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Cross Fenced, Other, Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Pasture, Views, Wooded
  • Topography: Varied
  • View: Meadow, Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Other Structures: Arena, Barn(s), Poultry Coop, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around, Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available
  • Heating: Geothermal, Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Arena, Tack Room
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 851598.0
  • Parcel #: 13107312301070000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7315.31

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 $7,842 $1,820,000 $0 $0
2024 $6,978 $1,478,300 $0 $0
2023 $6,895 $1,478,300 $0 $0
2022 $6,121 $1,157,000 $0 $0
2021 $6,621 $1,157,000 $0 $0
2020 $7,102 $1,195,965 $0 $0
2019 $7,037 $1,195,965 $0 $0
2018 $6,593 $1,063,795 $0 $0
2017 $6,385 $1,063,795 $0 $0
2016 $6,592 $1,060,635 $0 $0
2015 $6,579 $1,060,635 $0 $0
2014 $5,687 $533,691 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/25/2026 05/25/26 Price Changed $1,995,000 -5.0% $254 / Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Price Changed $2,099,000 -4.5% $267 / Sq Ft
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $2,199,000 -- $279 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $548,250 New Conventional
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Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30060388

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 13-1073-12-3-01-07-0000

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