$589,000

494 Cole Ave Darby, MT 59829

Estimated payment $3,266/month

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,620 Sq Ft
$364 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views of Trees
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • No HOA

About This Home

Discover the perfect blend of timeless design and Montana charm in this 1980 mid-century modern home, ideally situated on 2.51 acres just outside Darby. Offering 1,620 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home features clean architectural lines, abundant natural light, and a warm, inviting atmosphere centered around a cozy wood stove. Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system, providing year-round comfort and energy efficiency. An attached greenhouse offers the ideal space to extend your growing season, while the attached garage adds everyday convenience. Outside, you'll find plenty of room for hobbies, projects, and storage with both a spacious pole-frame storage building and an additional storage shed. The 2.51-acre setting provides privacy, room to roam, and endless opportunities for gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Located just minutes from the charming town of Darby and within easy reach of the Bitterroot River, hiking trails, fishing, and endless outdoor recreation, this property is an exceptional opportunity to embrace the Montana lifestyle while enjoying the character of mid-century modern design.

Listing Agent

Jeanne Wald

Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Darby License #RRE-BRO-LIC-127607 Listed on: 07/27/2026

Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Darby

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,678

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 2.51 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Trees
  • Mountain
  • Meadow

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,620 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13117610301150000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,678

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

2.51 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Directions: Heading south on US 93, turn right onto Cole Avenue, keep on Cole Avenue head up the hill, home is on the right
  • Listing I D: 30075567
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.51
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1620.0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Propane Tank - Owned
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Partial, Wood
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers In Ground, Views
  • Topography: Sloping,Varied
  • View: Meadow, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Other, Shed(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Propane
  • Heating: Forced Air, Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: District No. 9

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 109335.6
  • Parcel #: 13117610301150000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1678.0

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

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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 $1,460 $498,000 $0 $0
2024 $1,981 $419,800 $0 $0
2023 $1,958 $419,800 $0 $0
2022 $1,442 $272,500 $0 $0
2021 $1,422 $248,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,340 $225,700 $0 $0
2019 $1,328 $225,700 $0 $0
2018 $1,182 $190,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,184 $190,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,218 $195,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,215 $195,900 $0 $0
2014 $1,226 $115,089 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/27/2026 07/27/26 For Sale $589,000 +47.6% $364 / Sq Ft
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
04/01/2021 04/01/21 For Sale $399,000 -- $246 / 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
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- Other
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $378,510 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30075567

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 13-1176-10-3-01-15-0000

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