$5,135,000

6601 Russian Joe Rd Missoula, MT 59802

Estimated payment $29,713/month

Total Views 51,501
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,792 Sq Ft
$1,072 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Gated Community
  • Deck
  • Rattlesnake Elementary School Rated A
  • Views of Trees
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

Missoula, Montana is an epic mountain town, the place where the Bitterroot, Blackfoot and Clark Fork rivers become one, the gateway to hiking and mountain biking trails that stretch for miles, a community that celebrates alpine, cross-country and back-country skiing in the winter and then surfs the downtown river wave all summer, and a city steeped in culture thanks to a modern art museum, a symphony orchestra, an outdoor amphitheater that attracts big-city acts, and galleries and restaurants that bring far-away places nearer. And amidst all that is known and special about Missoula, there is a little secret...five very special home sites, carefully separated from one another, and sharing over 135 acres of privately deeded, Montana conservation land located not hours from Missoula's downtown, hospital and airport, but minutes. Preserved in perpetuity by conservation easement, and adjacent to the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area, the five property owners who share undivided ownership of this incredible acreage are stewards of a piece of Montana mountain paradise. Nearly all of the home owners on Russian Joe Road are the original owners - they understood the vision to preserve this piece of habitat so close to Missoula, and built homes that honor this vision. This rare offering marks a moment that is unlikely to soon be repeated. Gated for privacy and security, Russian Joe Road is a paved, private road that winds upwards through acres of native fauna. With top-of-the-world views, and end-of-the-road privacy, this home is the jewel in the crown. The home was built in 2007 for the current owner by Missoula's Buckley Builders. Master craftsman Abbott Norris created the stunning woodwork and cabinetry. Designed to embrace the setting, the home exudes beauty by complimenting its surroundings, but never overwhelming the landscape. Large, triple-pane windows frame the magnificent mountain views from the entry and living room. Built-in bookshelves and lighted art nooks provide elegant, yet under-stated display areas. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed, outfitted with high-end appliances, and open to a casual living area. There are three beautiful fireplaces including one in the living/dining room, one in the kitchen/family room, and the third outdoors on the magnificent patio. The chef's choices are expanded by the outdoor propane grill that is plumbed into the home's propane source. The gracious primary suite is located on the main level of the home, as is the laundry room, complete with storage and a dog bath. The first of many garages is attached to the home on this level as well, and a separate, detached, heated garage is located just across the paved driveway. The daylight lower level of the home features a cozy living area plus two bedrooms, each with en suite baths. An office on this level is filled with custom storage and enjoys ground-level views of the wilderness area and mountains beyond, while a well-outfitted wine cellar wisely utilizes additional lower level space. And if the foreshadowing of garage space piqued interest...the car enthusiast, wood worker or tinkerer will be thrilled by the massive garage space located under the home's patio and accessible from the lower level of the home, as well as via the exterior garage door tucked into the back of the home. The mechanical systems of this home were designed for longevity and efficiency including the ground source heat pump for heating and cooling, and two forced air furnaces to provide supplemental heating and cooling on the main level when needed. Living in nature, hearing the absolute quiet and seeing the night sky, knowing the vastness of the public lands next door - these are the highlights that are sure to be shared by the next owners of this very special piece of Montana.

Listing Agent

Julie Gardner

ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula License #RRE-RBS-LIC-15881 Listed on: 06/18/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,179

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 4.51 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Barbed Wire
  • Landscaped
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Zoning described as Sawmill Meadows Legacy District

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Additional Parking

Property Views

  • Trees
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Built-In Barbecue

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Well
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04232634102040000

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, internet, road maintenance, trash, snow removal
  • Sawmill Meadows Homeowners Association, Inc. Association

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,179

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Directions: North on Rattlesnake Drive, left on Sawmill Gulch Road. Listing Agent will meet you in the Rattlesnake Recreation Area parking lot due to the gate at Russian Joe Road.
  • Listing I D: 30052310
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.508
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Purifier, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1900.0
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 4792.0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Feat.: Built-in Barbecue, Balcony, Barbecue
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Lot Features: Conservation Area, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Secluded, Sprinklers In Ground, See Remarks, Views, Wooded
  • Topography: Varied
  • View: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Metal Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Geothermal, Heat Pump
  • 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

  • Community Features: Gated
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Gated, Snow Removal, See Remarks
  • Association Fee: 2800.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Other
  • Association Name: Sawmill Meadows Homeowners Association, Inc.
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Internet, Road Maintenance, Trash, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 196368.48
  • Parcel #: 04232634102040000
  • Zoning Description: Sawmill Meadows Legacy District

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19179.08

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 $45,004 $3,620,611 $446,361 $3,174,250
2023 $39,407 $3,620,611 $446,361 $3,174,250
2022 $34,663 $2,847,305 $0 $0
2021 $35,035 $2,847,305 $0 $0
2020 $33,067 $2,684,431 $0 $0
2019 $32,990 $2,684,431 $0 $0
2018 $30,160 $2,542,303 $0 $0
2017 $29,825 $2,542,303 $0 $0
2016 $24,274 $2,185,073 $0 $0
2015 $22,312 $2,185,073 $0 $0
2014 $22,527 $1,323,244 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2025 06/18/25 For Sale $5,135,000 -- $1,072 / Sq Ft
Source: Montana Regional MLS

Purchase History

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

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,467,300 New Conventional
Closed $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $3,089,100 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Julie Gardner

ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula

(406) 709-3502

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Source: Montana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 30052310

Montana Regional MLS

APN: 04-2326-34-1-02-03-0000