Step into the heart of Fortine with this charming historic home, ideally located within walking distance to the Tobacco River, Fortine School, and a quaint local café. Situated on a city lot, this property is connected to a private well and septic system, offering the perfect blueprint for your remodel. Enjoy the fenced yard, alley access, and raised garden beds, all set against a backdrop of breathtaking mountain views. Whether you're relaxing in the spacious entryway, warming up by the woodstove, or settling into one of the two bedrooms, everything is laid out on a single, easy-living level — making it an excellent choice for a retirement retreat, starter home, or investment property. Surrounded by public land, Fortine is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Spend your days fishing the Tobacco River, hiking, biking, or exploring nearby trails and wilderness. Just 30 minutes from Whitefish, this location offers the best of both seclusion and convenience.
If you're ready to live off the land and create a self-sufficient lifestyle in Northwest Montana,here is your opportunity. Set on 50.03 private acres at the end of the road & bordered on two sides by U.S. Forest Service land, this property offers seclusion & direct access to nature. A brand new $50,000 driveway ensures easy year-round access while preserving the peaceful setting. The 3-bed, 2-bath home with attached garage is supported by a range of outbuildings—including a machine shop (Garage), large greenhouse, historic barn with milk room and brewery space. Fenced gardens, established pasture, mature fruit trees, & a reliable water supply from natural springs, an artesian well, and recorded water rights. With no covenants, you have the freedom to live your way—whether it’s growing your own food, raising animals, or simply enjoying the quiet. Just 21 minutes to Eureka, 30 minutes to Lake Koocanusa, and within reach of Glacier National Park. This is Montana homesteading at its best.
Fortine is located in Montana. Fortine, Montana has a population of 404. Fortine is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 12.84% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 19.18%.
The median household income in Fortine, Montana is $70,441. The median household income for the surrounding county is $41,922 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Fortine is 39.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 17 inches per year, with 52.9 inches of snow per year.
