$375,000
$50K PRICE DROP

222 S Fork Ray Creek Rd Townsend, MT 59644

Estimated payment $2,188/month

Total Views 2,516
1 Bed
0.5 Bath
800 Sq Ft
$469 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Log Cabin

About This Home

This unique property has a cozy cabin overlooking the stunning Canyon Ferry Reservoir—Montana’s third largest lake, offering over 76 miles of scenic shoreline. The charming retreat features power and a permitted septic system, making it ideal for recreational use or as a comfortable guest cabin. The cabin utilizes a water catchment system, and comes furnished. With additional buildable areas on the property, new owners have the option to construct a dream home while keeping the cabin as a bonus space. Perfectly situated for outdoor enthusiasts, the property is just minutes from National Forest access, waterfowl sanctuary (WMA Area), and world-class fishing and boating opportunities on Canyon Ferry. Whether you’re seeking weekend getaways, a base for year-round adventure, or a peaceful place to unwind, this property offers it all. Don’t miss the chance to own a slice of Montana paradise! The quant city of Townsend is nearby for most daily amenities, and Bozeman and Helena are each less than an hour away for international travel.

- Less than an hour from Bozeman and Helena

- About 20 minutes from Townsend

- General Hunting District

Listing Agent

Ray Primmer

Whitetail Properties RE LLC License #RRE-BRO-LIC-89897 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Whitetail Properties RE LLC

Co-Listing Agent

Andrew Heppe

Whitetail Properties RE LLC License #RRE-RBS-LIC-108258

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,393

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 20 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road

HOA Fees

  • HOA YN

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 800 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 0.5 Bathroom

Utilities

  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer

Community Details

  • Canyon Ferry Lakeview Estates Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 43159208401020000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,393

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Directions: Just Plug it into GPS/Google
  • Listing I D: 30050139
  • Lot Size Acres: 20.0
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 541005726
  • Co List Office Phone: 406-209-8935
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Log Home
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 800.0

Exterior Features

  • Topography: Sloping
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Valley
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Wood Stove
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: None
  • Association Fee: 10.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Canyon Ferry Lakeview Estates
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 871200.0
  • Parcel #: 43159208401020000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1392.56

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $1,393 $160,577 $0 $0
2023 $1,347 $160,577 $0 $0
2022 $1,098 $105,882 $0 $0
2021 $879 $105,882 $0 $0
2020 $915 $86,489 $0 $0
2019 $823 $86,489 $0 $0
2018 $832 $90,504 $0 $0
2017 $841 $90,504 $0 $0
2016 $705 $76,196 $0 $0
2015 $586 $76,196 $0 $0
2014 $589 $45,512 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $375,000 -5.1% $469 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $395,000 -7.1% $494 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $425,000 -- $531 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30050139

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 43-1592-08-4-01-02-0000