$335,000
SOLD JUN 20, 2025
Last list price

4250 N Fork Rye Creek Rd Darby, MT 59829

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,296 Sq Ft
5.24 Acres

Recently Sold

$258 Per Sq Ft

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts a creek
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2025

Nestled in the rugged wilderness of the Sapphire Mountains, this secluded hunter’s retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Surrounded by vast forests and pristine creeks, the property provides easy access to prime hunting grounds teeming with elk, deer, and other wildlife. This charming escape offers a 1,296 sq. ft. cabin and features 1-bedroom and 1-bathroom, a large sun porch, deck and ample storage. Equipped with essential appliances—including a dryer, microwave, electric range/oven, wood burning cooking stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, water heater and gas forced air furnace—the cabin ensures comfort amidst the wilderness. The propane generator and fireplace keep things bright and warm when the electricity goes out. The property also features a carport for convenient parking and a workshop equipped with a wood stove for year-round comfort. The soothing sounds of North Rye Creek add to the tranquil ambience as it flows through the property. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, peaceful mornings with the sounds of nature, and endless outdoor opportunities including hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. Whether you're seeking a weekend getaway or a full-time retreat, this hidden gem offers the perfect balance of seclusion, comfort, and adventure in the heart of Montana’s wilderness.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nikita Atikin

EXIT Realty Bitterroot Valley South License #RRE-RBS-LIC-93038 Listed on: 03/28/2025

EXIT Realty Bitterroot Valley South

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Camiscioni

ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula License #RRE-RBS-LIC-99020

ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $802

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 5.24 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Cross Fenced
  • Wire Fence
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Poured Concrete
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13117724101080000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$802

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Directions: Highway 93 South, turn Left on Rye Creek Road. Continue on Rye Creek until you reach North Fork Rye Creek Road, turn Left. Continue to address. Property is on the right. Be sure to have your navigation going prior to turning off the highway. There is no cell service from highway all the way to the property.
  • Listing I D: 30044162
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.24
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Water Body Name: North Fork Rye Creek
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1296.0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Propane Tank - Leased
  • Fencing: Cross Fenced, Perimeter, Wire
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Views, Wooded
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: District No. 9

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 228254.4
  • Parcel #: 13117724101080000

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 801.85

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Rider Kathy
Bought by
Ponds Patricia A and Ponds Archie R
Seller's Agent
Nikita Atikin
EXIT Realty Bitterroot Valley South
Buyer's Agent
Sara Camiscioni
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
List Price
$335,000
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$273,922

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-30.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2025
Sold by
Rider Bret and Rider Kathy
Bought by
Rider Kathy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2023
Sold by
Janices Trust
Bought by
Janices Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2005
Bought by
Rikustad Janice B
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed Of Distribution -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold -- -- --
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $335,000 -- $258 / 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 $492 $194,586 $0 $0
2024 $718 $160,882 $0 $0
2023 $759 $160,882 $0 $0
2022 $768 $154,100 $0 $0
2021 $831 $154,100 $0 $0
2020 $804 $135,300 $0 $0
2019 $798 $135,300 $0 $0
2018 $680 $108,900 $0 $0
2017 $683 $108,900 $0 $0
2016 $595 $94,252 $0 $0
2015 $596 $94,252 $0 $0
2014 $716 $66,790 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30044162

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 13-1177-24-1-01-08-0000