A lifetime of Darby history! First Time on the Market! Invest and update these 2 homes on one of Darby's larger lots, 1.33 acres, complete with mature trees. Main house has 3 bedrooms plus a bonus room, 2 bathrooms, a large living room with a beautiful rock fireplace and a kitchen and dining area. Newer windows in every room on the main floor and a metal roof. Full walkout basement has entrance door plus an electric garage door for ease of access to its many rooms. The basement also houses the newer propane forced air heater and hot water tank. Carport style RV Bay and old cellar could both be repurposed. Second house is original 1928 home that was first built on the property but has newer plumbing and electrical throughout. 2 Bed, 1 bath main floor with an open loft and 2 rooms upstairs as well as access to the attic. New windows in most of the rooms. Has historically and is currently being used as a rental. Contact Connie Gallagher 406-375-9507, or your real estate professional. Water is off to main house as the plumbing needs addressed in multiple locations. Seller suggests all pressurized plumbing to be replaced.
TRUE MONTANA DREAM LIVING STARTS HERE! TIRED OF THE CITY LIMITS? GET OUT OF TOWN TO ENJOY ROMANTIC, RUGGED, PEACEFUL & ADVENTUROUS FREEDOM (BRING YOUR BIG AND SMALL TOYS). FEATURING 2 CUSTOM LOG DWELLINGS+3RD BUILDING (CURRENTLY USED FOR STORAGE) ALL SETTING ON 5.87 ACRES, + WESTFORK BITTERROOT RIVER FRONT ACCESS/OWNERSHIP ACROSS ROAD. PRIVATE YET EASY ACCESS TO WESTFORK RD. MAIN LOG HOME HAS LOFTED MASTER BEDROOM & JACUZZI BATH W/ DECKS TO ENJOY EVENING STARS OR RISING SUN. MAIN FLR BATHROOM, W/ WASHER/DRYER CONVENIENCE WHILE COOKING IN A COUNTRY KITCHEN. RELAX BY A NICE WOOD STOVE IN THE LIVING ROOM OR PLAY GAMES IN DINING NOOK AREA. OPEN VAULTED CEILINGS. WALKOUT BASEMENT ALLOWS FOR POSSSIBLE HOTTUB, LOUNGING, SLEEPING, BATHROOM & PRIVACY. LOUNGE OR BIRD WATCH ON UPPER PATIO OR DECK, CHECK OUT THE CAMPFIRE AREAS WHERE STORIES LIVE. PULL UP A STUMP & SHARE YOURS! Surface Water: WESTFORK BITTERROOT Radon: Well Log Available YOU'LL APPRECIATE THE BUNK HOUSE/GUEST RESIDENCE/RETREAT FACILTIY/FUN HAVEN/WEDDING PARTY OR HONEYMOON LOCATION & SPACIOUS TUCK UNDER GARAGE EVERYONE WITH TOYS ENVIES. WHEN GUESTS COME, THEY CAN ENJOY THEIR OWN SPACE. BIG REC ROOM OR OVERSIZED BEDROOM AREA FOR MULTIPLE USES + PRIVATE BEDROOM, FULL DELI-ORIENTED KICHEN, DINING/LIVING ROOM AREA JUST OFF OF THE 3/4 BATHROOM. THIS COULD GO SOME MANY WAYS FOR USES. 2 SEPTICS, WELL WITH WATER RIGHTS. BUYERS, PLEASE DISCLOSE TO LISTING BROKER IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A BUYER AGENT PRIOR TO PREVIEWING THIS PROPERTY. AS REALTORS WE MAY NOT SHOW LISTED PROPERTIES WITHOUT A SIGNED BUYER BROKER AGREEMENT & AGENCY FORM. BUYER & THEIR AGENT TO DO THEIR DILIGENCE. MONTANA DREAM PROPERTIES & IT'S AGENTS/AFFILIATES/BROKERS MAKE NO GUARANTEES, OR WARRANTIES ON CONDITION OF THE REAL PROPERTY OR IT'S CONTENTS UPON SUBJECT PROPERTY. BUYER AND THEIR AGENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO INVESTIGATE AND PERFORM DUE DILIGENCE TO BUYERS SATISFACTION AND HOLD MONTANA DREAM PROPERTIES & THEIR AGENTS HARMLESS OF ANY UNKNOWNS OR ADVERSE MATERIAL FACTS. APPOINTMENTS ONLY. CONTACT GINA HEGG AT 406.880.8289, OR YOUR REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL.
“I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana, it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.” – John Steinbeck. Welcome to your Montana Mountain dream property. This luxurious 2 cabin property is nestled on just over 10 acres, apx 16 miles up the iconic West Fork. This home is located across the road from the Bitterroot River, a world class fly fishing destination. This property is perfect for family gatherings and hosting several people at once. The main home is equipped with a stunning rock fireplace, an updated high end kitchen with newer appliances. The main home offers 3 suites all complete with their own bathrooms- perfect for an income producing property, or a shared space. 3 separate deck spaces, a fully fenced in backyard and more. The secondary log cabin offers just under 900 sqft of living space with a freshly painted interior and 2 additional bedrooms/ 1 full bathroom. The flooring was recently ripped out and it’s ready for the new owner’s personal touch. List agent can provide a flooring bid received in June of 24 upon request. We can’t wait to show you this gem. Making your Montana dream a reality. The perfect set up. In the perfect location. The West Fork is an outdoorsman’s paradise. Offering ATV trails, camping, hiking, mountain biking, hunting and more. The picturesque Painted Rock reservoir nearby offering all things water sports is a great place to bring your boat, kayaks, paddle boards, roof tents and more.
Mountain Life: If you've dreamed of living a private, tranquil, and secluded life, this one-of-a-kind, off-grid, well-built cabin on 116.75 Acres, close to amenities, is it. The property has some of the most inspiring panoramic views of the Montana mountains, cherished West Fork Bitterroot Valley river, forest, and peaceful valley views. This enchanting Cabin has over 1,200 SF of living space and is surrounded by USFS land on all sides. Enjoy well-planned and functional off-grid living with solar, two propane tanks (500 gallons & 1,000 gallons), a cistern, and a generator. An on-demand Rinnai water heater, propane stove, propane cookstove, and propane refrigerator ensure all your living needs are comfortably met. This special property is close to countless recreation opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. It is near the West Fork of the Bitterroot River, Lake Como, Painted Rocks Reservoir, Baker Lake trailhead, and more! Call Bobbi or 406-880-0117 or your real estate professional. Enjoy your trapper-like lifestyle while living amongst the elk, bear, deer, mountain lion, wolf, grouse & more. The property offers southern exposure. The cabin has been well cared for and winterized every year to maintain the cabin's excellent condition. Access is a permission easement with the Forest Service allowing the owners public access through the private lands to the property. Enjoy the seasons, hiking, riding, fishing, floating, swimming, ,hunting, snow shoeing, cross county & downhill skiing. The access is seasonal unless you snow mobile in or you have an appropriate rig and road maintenance through the winter. Property is near grocery store, Bitterroot Health Medical clinic in Darby and services. Darby is 20 min from Hamilton.
This 64.66 acres parcel is located at the base of the mountains on the west side of the Upper Bitterroot River with over 1,200 feet of frontage which will please the fly fishers in the family. Open meadows provide habitat for elk and deer. The property borders U.S. Forest Service on two sides and larger acreages on the remaining side. This parcel is protected from future development in the surrounding area. Very private setting! The log home features dovetail joinery - an almost lost art - with attention to details throughout. Vaulted ceilings, two fireplaces, wood flooring, cherry wood kitchen cabinetry, and window for all the amazing views. Guests will love the lower level! The home looks almost brand new! Near Painted Rocks Lake. Contact Jan King at 406.369.4313 or Wanda Sumner at 406.360.5161 or your real estate professional for more information If you want be in an area that will still look undeveloped and pristine years from today, this is the place. Perfect for a year around residence or a vacation home. The 5 owners who were the lucky buyers of this once historic guest ranch share in the maintenance of two bridges over the river, the care of the interior roadways, and snow removal in the winter. Two lovely handcrafted signs for the ranch, common areas, and trail access into the US Forest Service. Blackfoot Communications is putting in high speed internet in 2025 to the area. Starlink is available for installation to allow for media streaming and cell service. Back up whole house generator in place which has recently been services. Fly fishing is excellent in the Bitterroot River for rainbow, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. ATV trails go on for miles. Access into the back country of Idaho and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness right from the ranch. Lower meadow is suitable for horses with barn or shelter for winter. Neighboring ranch has buffalo year around. Once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a premier mountain home!
Welcome to your slice of Montana Paradise! Nestled amidst the stunning landscape of the Bitterroot Valley, this charming property offers a rare blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. With ±5.29 acres of coveted West Fork River frontage land, this property provides ample space for outdoor adventures, whether it's hiking, fishing, or simply soaking in the natural beauty. There is already a high-producing well and two bedroom septic in place, waiting for your Montana riverside dream home. An oversized garage, large shed and wood shed are also on the property. Property is easily accessed off the county-maintained road. Build your weekend getaway or your year round home. Close knit community of year round residence adds to the unique feel of this property. Call Tonda Richards, 406-544-7846, or your real estate professional.
Efficient and compact in a setting that rivals some of the best in the West, Hart Bench Ranch sets a new bar for what a hobby operation can be. Situated on an eponymous bench in the shadows of the Bitterroot Mountains’ most scenic peaks lies a near-perfect assemblage of irrigated meadows, riparian-influenced gullies, and a complete set of operational and residential improvements. With views of Trapper Peak and the most impressive prominences in the southern Bitterroot Range, the 2,895± square foot main home sits to the south of the Ranch’s improvement cluster. Constructed in 2001, the log home imbues turn-of-the-century charm, reminiscent of some of the West’s most adventurous eras. A guest home, two-car garage, two large shops, a greenhouse, and a Western-style saloon complement the residential components. Supporting the agricultural operation, the ranch boasts a new, 9,288-square-foot hay barn with equipment storage and a five-stall horse barn with wash station, tack, and vet room. With 58± acres under irrigation, the ranch provides sufficient feed for livestock. Nearly five miles of new split rail fencing tie it together, creating several pastures, paddocks, and perimeter enclosure. Recreationally, the ranch is home to deer and elk, and fishing is available in the pond. Two stems of the Bitterroot River flow nearby, creating the main channel just north of the ranch. There are multiple access points locally into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, one of the largest roadless areas in the lower 48, providing a vast array of recreational opportunities. Darby, just ten minutes north, is a charming Western town offering staples and dining with Hamilton and its more robust population center and FBO, roughly 30 minutes north. Missoula, Montana’s second-largest metro area, is roughly one hour and thirty minutes to the north. Hart Bench Ranch provides a rare opportunity to own a complete yet manageable operation in a true Western setting.
1.1 commercial acres right outside of city limits in the rapidly growing community and popular Darby, MT. A successful business is all about location and this one is highly visible from Highway 93 entering Darby, sits across the highway from Darby rodeo grounds, and is in between Double H Hat Company and Napa Auto Parts. Call Kelly Whitmoyer at 406-274-5449 or your real estate professional.
Discover the beauty of rustic charm with this custom log home nestled on 2.5 picturesque acres, boasting stunning views of the Bitterroot Mountains and privacy. Just minutes from town, this retreat offers a serene escape with its tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, wood floors, and knotty cherry cabinets in the kitchen. Comfort abounds with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a cozy wood-burning stove in the living room. The main bedroom features a gas stove, en-suite bathroom, and doors leading to the fenced backyard. In addition, there are two large finished shops that provide ample space for hobbies or projects. Embrace the tranquility and beauty of mountain living in this inviting sanctuary.
Fantastic location for your Montana business. This uniquely and well built commercial building has HWY 93 frontage perfect for access and visibility. Custom designed structure has a covered front porch with a beautiful front entrance, reception area, 6 office spaces (2 having their own separate entrances). Interior features include solid wood doors, custom trim, cabinetry and shelving. Hand crafted beams adorn the high ceilings. You will also find a kitchen area, full bathroom and half bathroom as well as the possibility of one of the office spaces being used as a conference or showroom. The sale includes a separate 80X100 shop with 5 separate bays, oversized doors-4)12ft doors and 1) 14ft door. Shop is currently being used as a fully functioning cabinet shop. Inside you will find a complete up to code spray booth, large vacuum system, compressor as well as 750 sq ft mezzanine for extra storage space. Bring your ideas for this fantastic space and location.
Situated amidst the stunning landscapes of Darby, Montana, 4501 Dugout Gulch Rd presents a unique opportunity to embrace rural living while enjoying modern comforts. This property encompasses approximately 29.58 acres of land, offering rustic elegance and natural beauty. Step inside this custom handcrafted log home, built with full length, full taper Douglas Fir logs and be welcomed by the cozy embrace of a true mountain sanctuary. Vaulted ceilings and oversized windows frame breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness and the Sapphire Mountains. The heart of the home is an open and spacious layout that includes the living area, dining area, and large kitchen. The kitchen includes a colossal bar with extra-large stools, two sinks, newer range, dishwasher and microwave, plenty of counter space and custom cabinets. Also found on the main level is a half bath and primary bedroom with a full en suite bathroom. The upstairs features 2 large Jack and Jill bedrooms and a full bathroom and views from every window. The upstairs features 2 large Jack and Jill bedrooms and a full bathroom and views from every window. The basement is fully finished with Rocky Mountain Juniper Red Cedar planking and includes a substantial open area filled with possibility. Continue through to a laundry/utility room with pantry, a full bathroom and a fourth bedroom. Outside, the allure of the great outdoors awaits. Relax on the spacious wraparound deck, watch the critters, take in the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, or roast marshmallows around the fire pit. The opportunities for adventure are endless on these expansive grounds. Outdoor enthusiast will also love Forest Service just down the road and the Bitterroot River only minutes away. Come and experience the magic of this rustic retreat, where every moment is infused with the spirit of Montana’s untamed wilderness. For your private showing call Nikita Atikin at 406-360-0869 or your real estate professional.
Situated in the heart of Darby, this spacious manufactured home has been thoughtfully expanded to offer ample living space for a comfortable lifestyle. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the property is located on a generously sized dividable lot, presenting great potential for generating rental income or future development. The home comes with a high-producing well, ensuring a reliable water source for a large garden, and offers convenient access to the nearby river, ideal for outdoor recreational activities. Additionally, the property includes expansive decks, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. With some minor renovations, this property has the possibility to be transformed into a delightful family home or a lucrative investment opportunity. Over time, there have been various updates such as newer wiring, plumbing, additional insulation, reinforced flooring, double pane windows, and newer decks at the front and back of the home. In the backyard, there are three storage sheds for extra space. The opportunities are countless! For more information contact Meredith Kerr at 406-240-2146 or your real estate professional.
Quality of life. The opportunity to take in majestic views on a daily basis and thoroughly enjoy that sense of peace and calmness that come from being able to be present. It is with this in mind that we are excited to bring to the market Stags Leap. The towering mountain views are front and center throughout every window in this magnificent log home situated on 33 prime Bitterroot Valley acres in 4 parcels and backing up to over 3.5 million acres of National Forest. This property provides end of the road privacy and endless recreational opportunities right out your back door. An etched glass, double-door entry leads to the expansive great room that is dominated not only by large banks of windows that allow for an abundance of natural light and breathtaking views but also a massive river-rock fireplace providing the perfect ambience to this Montana home. Perfect for entertaining.
Back on the market. No fault of the property. If you are looking for a charming country 2 bedroom home on 3.11 acres that is walking distance to the town of Darby Montana look no further. This home has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Offers loads of storage in the kitchen. Speaking of the kitchen it has beautiful wood cabinets, large island in the center of the kitchen. Living room has two large bay windows with beautiful views that look like they are right out of a painting. The bedrooms are nice size with plenty of natural light, spacious closets. Bathroom has a new handicap toilet, tasteful tile, a nice soaker/shower tub, the laundry room is attached to the bathroom with loads of storage cabinets. Home has a new ozone water treatment from Culligan installed this spring. Surface Water: Year round The home has been freshly painted throughout with new window treatments and new Pergo flooring installed. This home also offers a large shop with tons of space. Shop has a nice loft that could be used as a Man Cave or whatever the new owner decides they would like to do with it. This shop is great for hobbies and storing those BIG BOY toys. The best part of this quaint home is the beautiful yard that has Aspen and Pine trees. A large pond and a brook that flows through the back of the property all year. Home has a deck that is perfect for those morning coffee breaks or a family BBQ, or just sitting there watching the wildlife that visit often. Don't be surprised if a friendly deer or two come up to say hello. They love crackers. If you have a green thumb this home has a green house with a fenced garden area and numerous fruit trees. Property has its own well and comes with water rights. If you are looking for a quiet home with at the end of the road privacy with very little traffic this is your home. The possibilities are endless with this home. It's a must see to appreciate. Property in shop is negotiable except for the tractor and trailer, seller is willing to leave some or all. Pump for irrigation and hoses are included in sale. Sellers are willing to offer up to $5,000.00 towards buyers closing costs and prepaids. This could also be utilized for a short term rental and is close to USFS and Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski area. Contact Mike Kent at (406) 381-7021 or your real estate professional.
Darby is located in Montana. Darby, Montana has a population of 609. Darby is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 1.22% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.67%.
The median household income in Darby, Montana is $35,335. The median household income for the surrounding county is $59,640 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Darby is 52.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 16.2 inches per year, with 48.8 inches of snow per year.
