2197 W Tower Rd Saltese, MT 59867
Estimated payment $24,987/month
Total Views
8,927
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,100
Sq Ft
$2,143
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Views of Trees
- Barn
- Home fronts a creek
- 197 Acre Lot
About This Home
Experience the perfect blend of rugged independence, refined comfort, and world-class recreation at Big Sky Ridge Ranch, a true one-of-a-kind Montana retreat. Set against the serene backdrop of breathtaking mountain scenery, this exceptional 197 acre property offers privacy, functionality, self-sufficiency, and unmatched outdoor opportunities in the heart of Western Montana’s premier recreation country. The heart of the ranch is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bath lodge with a spacious loft, thoughtfully crafted to combine rustic Montana character with modern comfort. Inviting living spaces, contemporary amenities, and an efficient off-grid design create a warm and peaceful basecamp for year-round living, private retreats, or guest hospitality. Built for both work and play, the property features an impressive collection of improvements, including a 25’ x 70’ shop, a 30’ x 60’ seven-stall horse barn, and a 35’ x 80’ equipment shed, offering abundant space for horses, equipment, vehicles, recreational gear, hobbies, or business operations. The ranch is fully equipped for off-grid living with solar power, generators, 300 gallons of propane and a 2,000-gallon creek-fed water cistern, providing reliable functionality in a spectacular remote setting. Spanning four mining claims, the property includes valuable mineral rights and water rights, adding long-term value and versatility. The land itself is rich with natural beauty and abundant resources, featuring vast timbered ridges, lush creek bottoms, spectacular mountain views, diverse wildlife habitat, and the kind of scale, freedom, and privacy that defines the Montana lifestyle. For the outdoor enthusiast or recreation entrepreneur, Big Sky Ridge Ranch is extraordinary. The property offers direct access to hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horseback and snowmobiling trails, including access to the renowned Hiawatha Trail. The Ranch is also positioned near Lookout Pass a renowned ski resort, and surrounded by Lolo National Forest, and extensive public lands. The offering is further enhanced by approximately 45,000 acres of permitted National Forest operating area, two authorized seasonal forest camps, and 305 licensed use days supporting hunting and recreational outfitting opportunities. Wildlife commonly found in the area includes elk, deer, moose, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, upland birds, and other native species, making this a true haven for those who live for the outdoors. Whether your vision is a private mountain getaway, legacy estate, hunting lodge, equestrian retreat, recreation basecamp, or full-scale outfitting business, Big Sky Ridge Ranch delivers a rare combination of comfort, infrastructure, access, and income-producing potential. Big sky Ridge Ranch isn't just a property. It's a lifestyle, an adventure and rare opportunity to own a piece of the American West.
Listing Agent
Windermere Real Estate Whitefish License #RRE-BRO-LIC-127401 Listed on: 06/11/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,471
Year Built
- Built in 2016
Lot Details
- 197 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a creek
- Rock Outcropping
- Secluded Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- Additional Parking
Property Views
- Trees
- Creek or Stream
- Mountain
- Valley
Home Design
- Log Cabin
- Poured Concrete
- Metal Roof
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 1 Fireplace
- Wood Burning Stove
- Basement
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Cooktop
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Propane
- Cistern
- Fuel Tank
- Septic Tank
- Private Sewer
- High Speed Internet
Additional Features
- Barn
- Horses Allowed On Property
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 54297033101030000
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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 | $2,220 | $488,526 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,909 | $433,231 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,011 | $433,231 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,322 | $321,321 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,177 | $321,321 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,062 | $295,188 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,208 | $295,188 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,999 | $261,808 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,766 | $220,438 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $33 | $11,004 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $23 | $11,004 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $30 | $18,110 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2026 06/11/26 | For Sale | $4,500,000 | +651.3% | $2,143 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/27/2019 03/27/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 03/27/2019 03/27/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 02/25/2019 02/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/03/2018 12/03/18 | For Sale | $599,000 | 0.0% | $385 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/03/2018 12/03/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/12/2018 10/12/18 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -12.6% | $385 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/17/2018 09/17/18 | Price Changed | $685,000 | -8.7% | $441 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/22/2018 08/22/18 | Price Changed | $750,000 | -15.6% | $483 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2018 07/01/18 | Price Changed | $889,000 | -9.7% | $572 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/11/2018 06/11/18 | For Sale | $985,000 | 0.0% | $634 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/03/2018 05/03/18 | For Sale | $985,000 | -- | $634 / Sq Ft |
Source: Montana Regional MLS
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $155,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
Ty's Other Listings
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$260,000 $35K PRICE DROP
- Land
- 7.68 Acres
- $33,854 per Acre
- Nhn Lake Mary Ronan Rd
- Unit Lot 2C
- Dayton, MT
Source: Montana Regional MLS
MLS Number: 30072703
APN: 54-2970-33-1-01-03-0000
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