$3,395,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025
Last list price

41 Better Way Whitefish, MT 59937

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,946 Sq Ft
0.54 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,745 Per Sq Ft

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Docks
  • Community Lake
  • Whitefish Middle School Rated A
  • Spa
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2025

Whitefish Lake! Perched on the shores of Whitefish Lake on just over half an acre and providing unrivaled, serene Whitefish Lake and mountain views. This 4-bedroom + office, 2-bathroom, cozy lakeside cabin is offered fully furnished and turnkey, where comfort and luxury meet with warm natural light spilling into nearly every corner. 103 feet of PRIME, unspoiled Whitefish Lake frontage, and a private dock gift you with endless days of boating, swimming, and watersports right from your doorstep. The extensive and gorgeous outdoor living space was made for al fresco dining, lounging, and soaking up the perfect Montana summers. Enjoy all of what Whitefish has to offer, where 4 seasons of recreation await. Experience the epitome of lakeside living! Call Matt Buckmaster (406)261-8350 or your real estate professional for more information.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Buckmaster

PureWest Real Estate - Whitefish License #RRE-BRO-LIC-10523 Listed on: 04/15/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Meuter

Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Whitefish License #RRE-BRO-LIC-46069

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,341

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 0.54 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Zoning described as R-2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Trees
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,946 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • The lake is a source of water for the property
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07429204206070000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,341

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Directions: Take E Lakeshore drive for just over 5 miles. Turn left onto Luge Lane and then right on Better Way. Property will be on your left.
  • Listing I D: 30045686
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.539
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Body Name: Whitefish Lake
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 698.0
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1946.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Dock, Hot Tub/Spa
  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Views
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, Navigable Water, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Lake

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Lake
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: See Remarks
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23478.84
  • Parcel #: 07429204206070000
  • Zoning Description: R-2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2004
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11341.33

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Cole Family Limited Partnership
Bought by
Gregory Frederick Esakoff Revocable Living Tr and Yvonne Colette Esakoff Revocable Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Matt Buckmaster
PureWest Real Estate - Whitefish
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Meuter
Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Whitefish
List Price
$3,395,000
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$3,283,424

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2014
Sold by
Schmid Scott W and Schmid Cindy L
Bought by
Cole Family Limited Partnership

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2014
Sold by
Kurchase Partnership
Bought by
Cole Family Limited Partnershp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2006
Sold by
Schmit Scott W and Schmit Cindy L
Bought by
Karchase Partnership
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- First American Title
Warranty Deed -- Citizens Title And Escrow Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold -- -- --
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $3,395,000 -- $1,745 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $19,818 $3,446,920 $0 $0
2024 $10,617 $2,309,155 $0 $0
2023 $14,247 $2,309,155 $0 $0
2022 $9,658 $1,468,000 $0 $0
2021 $9,848 $1,468,000 $0 $0
2020 $9,376 $1,341,400 $0 $0
2019 $10,051 $1,341,400 $0 $0
2018 $13,698 $1,805,600 $0 $0
2017 $12,766 $1,805,600 $0 $0
2016 $12,251 $1,737,580 $0 $0
2015 $12,272 $1,737,580 $0 $0
2014 $13,418 $1,134,995 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30045686

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 07-4292-04-2-06-07-0000