
Estimated payment $50,225/month
Highlights
- Seasonal Waterfront
- Stables
- Spa
- Barn
- Greenhouse
- Home fronts a creek
About This Home
Efficient and compact in a setting that rivals some of the best in the West, Hart Bench Ranch sets a new bar for what a hobby operation can be. Situated on an eponymous bench in the shadows of the Bitterroot Mountains’ most scenic peaks lies a near-perfect assemblage of irrigated meadows, riparian-influenced gullies, and a complete set of operational and residential improvements.
With views of Trapper Peak and the most impressive prominences in the southern Bitterroot Range, the 2,895± square foot main home sits to the south of the Ranch’s improvement cluster. Constructed in 2001, the log home imbues turn-of-the-century charm, reminiscent of some of the West’s most adventurous eras. A guest home, two-car garage, two large shops, a greenhouse, and a Western-style saloon complement the residential components. Supporting the agricultural operation, the ranch boasts a new, 9,288-square-foot hay barn with equipment storage and a five-stall horse barn with wash station, tack, and vet room. With 58± acres under irrigation, the ranch provides sufficient feed for livestock. Nearly five miles of new split rail fencing tie it together, creating several pastures, paddocks, and perimeter enclosure.
Recreationally, the ranch is home to deer and elk, and fishing is available in the pond. Two stems of the Bitterroot River flow nearby, creating the main channel just north of the ranch. There are multiple access points locally into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, one of the largest roadless areas in the lower 48, providing a vast array of recreational opportunities.
Darby, just ten minutes north, is a charming Western town offering staples and dining with Hamilton and its more robust population center and FBO, roughly 30 minutes north. Missoula, Montana’s second-largest metro area, is roughly one hour and thirty minutes to the north.
Hart Bench Ranch provides a rare opportunity to own a complete yet manageable operation in a true Western setting.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,581
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 155 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a creek
- Home fronts a pond
- Seasonal Waterfront
- Poultry Coop
- Cross Fenced
- Split Rail Fence
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Meadow
- Garden
- May Be Possible The Lot Can Be Split Into 2+ Parcels
Parking
- 5 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
- Additional Parking
- RV or Boat Parking
Property Views
- Trees
- Mountain
- Meadow
- Valley
Home Design
- Log Cabin
Interior Spaces
- 6,064 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Living Quarters
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 1 Fireplace
- Washer Hookup
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Greenhouse
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Farming
- Barn
- Pasture
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Corral
- Tack Room
- Stables
- Arena
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Underground Utilities
- Propane
- Irrigation Water Rights
- Well
- Water Purifier
- Fuel Tank
- Septic Tank
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 13107301201030000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $10,401 | $2,189,254 | $0 | $0 |
2023 | $11,592 | $2,117,994 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | $8,339 | $1,561,456 | $0 | $0 |
2021 | $9,019 | $1,561,456 | $0 | $0 |
2020 | $9,417 | $1,532,971 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $9,277 | $1,532,971 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $8,911 | $1,392,504 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $8,487 | $1,392,504 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $8,632 | $1,346,704 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $7,741 | $1,346,704 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $7,109 | $700,372 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Price Changed | $8,900,000 | -5.3% | $3,074 / Sq Ft |
08/27/2024 08/27/24 | Price Changed | $9,400,000 | -12.6% | $3,247 / Sq Ft |
05/20/2024 05/20/24 | For Sale | $10,750,000 | +195.7% | $3,713 / Sq Ft |
07/28/2021 07/28/21 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
06/13/2021 06/13/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/01/2021 06/01/21 | For Sale | $3,635,000 | -- | $1,208 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $2,400,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $2,400,000 | No Value Available |
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Source: Montana Regional MLS
MLS Number: 30026763

APN: 13-1073-01-2-01-03-0000
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