Montana Ranches For Sale with Public Land Adjacent are in high demand as discussed in our Montana Ranch Real Estate Market Report. Property For Sale That Borders Public Land includes land bordering or adjacent to BLM, National Parks, National Forests, State Lands & Parks. Without question, the spectacular public lands surrounding our community in Southwest Montana give the region a natural competitive advantage.
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- 4220 Sunset Ridge Drive, Helena MT 59602
PRICE: $2,900,000
Acres: 10.01 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406980
Luxury Estate with Expansive Views of Canyon Ferry Lake ~ Imagine arriving at your private 10-acre estate, where a custom automatic gate opens to reveal a breathtaking 6,958± sq. ft. home overlooking the blue waters of Canyon Ferry Lake. The grand timber-frame entry and five-car heated garage set the tone for the elegance and craftsmanship found throughout this property. A paved driveway winds past manicured landscaping to a beautifully designed barn and a fully equipped 36x36 heated shop - perfect for storing your RV, boat, or outdoor toys. The barn includes four stalls with heated automatic waterers, rubber mats, a wash rack, a tack room, and fenced pastures, an ideal setup for horses or hobby livestock. Inside, the home blends luxury and comfort with a spacious open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame panoramic lake and mountain views. The gourmet kitchen features travertine flooring, Italian Esmeralda granite, and top-tier Viking and Subzero appliances. Each of the four bedrooms includes an en suite bath, walk-in closet, and walk-in shower, offering privacy and relaxation for family or guests. Entertainment abounds with a dedicated theater room featuring a 220-inch screen, Panasonic projector, and Klipsch Reference Gold speakers, plus a game room complete with surround sound, card table, and pool table. Step outside to unwind on the stamped concrete patio and take in the sweeping views of Canyon Ferry Lake - just 1.6 miles away - or explore the nearby Forest Service land only .22 miles from your doorstep via the open space easement. MLS# 406980
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: Other Nearest City: Helena
Acres: 10.01
- 00 Above Paradise Trail, Livingston MT 59047
PRICE: $299,500
Acres: 20 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406923
Mountain Meadow Property with Electricity! This 20 acres has multiple build sites and the land is very friendly for development and livestock, if desired. The Livingston Peak land is a rare treasure and a mountain retreat like this would be nearly impossible today - especially for the price. Within a mile is 990,000 acres of USFS and Wilderness land for exploring adventures. There is a community water system (spring water) that allows owners to fill up water storage tanks in fall, spring, and summer. Excellent views are included. Note: THIS IS NOT YEAR ROUND ACCESS UNLESS YOU HAVE TRACK MACHINES OR X COUTNRY SKIS, but once you are there in the winter it is magical and private. Come get away and own the Mountain Meadow Property - they aren't making any more of these! Easy carry cost with $59 property taxes and $250 fee to maintain water system and some road work. 8 miles from county road, using non winter maintained Forest Service Road and private road behind locked gate. MLS# 406923
Property Area: 6E - Liv Area - E of City S of I90 Subdivision: Yellowstone Basin Properties Nearest City: Livingston
Acres: 20
- , Seeley Lake MT 59868
PRICE: $1,271,000
Acres: 19.18 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406889
Professionally maintained, 1980s log home with hardwood floors, T&G vaulted ceilings and 2015 home remodel including Efficient Andersen doors & windows throughout, upper level; new electrical, drywall, carpeting, closets and exterior decking and handrails on the balcony; new cabinets; and new exterior cement board siding. Second Bathroom Roughed-in in heated Shop. First floor primary. Open concept loft with two bedrooms. Great room hearth with Blaze King wood stove and lots of windows. Double the Possibilities! Two ~10 Acre parcels. National Forest Borders. Pierce Creek runs through the property under a private road bridge, connecting the two current homesites. Parcel #2 is 336 Old Barn Rd, with 2nd Well/Septic/Electric and entry. Boundary Line Adjustment and/or Separate lot sale possible. Immaculate, custom built 2900 SF shop with insulated rooms, radiant floor heating and oversized overhead doors. Live turn key or build a dream home while living in an efficient well maintained home! Garden with Raised beds, Permitted green house with rain catchment system. Chicken coop and additional storage sheds and wood storage. 2012 custom built oversized 4+ car (2000 sq. ft.) shop building with 2023 fully finished, 900 sq. ft. insulated addition with radiant floor heating, additional loft storage area, and several rooms to do with as you choose (including a bathroom ready area with floor drain installed). Total shop is ~2900 sq. ft. with 2 oversized electronic overhead roll up doors, poured concrete floors and a 3rd door in the rear of the building for ATV/Snowmobile storage. 400 amp service with 200 amp at shop and 200 amp for house. Two lots, two wells, two septic systems and separate power connections. Well kept and private single family home site overlooking Pierce Creek. Reverse osmosis for pure drinking water and at the kitchen sink and whole home water softener. Dishwasher ready. Power box for second site at 336 Old Barn Road has 400 amp service ready and installed but is not connected/metered. Convenient highway access however both sites are set back, private, and on opposite sides of the creek from one another. Thoughtfully thinned, mature timber and well kept and improved roads on property, including a private bridge. Several additional build sites, including with mountain views and bordering forest service for your current enjoyment, future home or accessory dwelling unit(s). Forest service borders 2 sides with a corner marker at the edge of the property. MLS# 406889
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: None Nearest City: Seeley Lake
Acres: 19.18
- 30 Bunks Trail plus additional adjoining lot, Ennis MT 59729
PRICE: $775,000
Acres: 31.99 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406621
Privacy and seclusion from this high mountain cabin on lot #37 (MLS #406617) and adjoining lot #36 (MLS #406619) when you purchase both of these listings together. The two bedroom cabin has a three quarter bath that has a shower (fed by water tank) and a composting toilet. You can sit on the covered porch and listen to the breeze as it winds it's way through the towering mature fir trees and perhaps catch the sound of a bugeling elk. While off grid, you do have the option of using solar or a generator or just stay unplugged! Ownership and staying current on HOA dues (currently $200 per lot per year) gives you access to trout stocked Haypress Lakes, BLM and Forest Service for all of the recreational opportunities that high mountain properties give you. These properties can be purchased seperately or purchase them together for the "best buy." In Montana you don't just purchase a property - you purchase a new lifestyle!! MLS# 406621
Property Area: 7MM - Madison - Madison Vly Subdivision: Shining Mountain Unit III Nearest City: Ennis
Acres: 31.99
- 30 Bunks Trail, Ennis MT 59729
PRICE: $599,000
Acres: 16.95 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406617
High mountain cabin tucked into the trees with no neighbors in sight. The cedar sided cabin has two covered porches where you can take in views, the smell of mature firs, and listen for the bugel of the elk. Blue Pine cathedral ceilings reach from the nice sized living room to the second floor where you will a loft bedroom with a dormer adding head room. A second bedroom may be found on the main floor located just off of the kitchen. Propane Range for cooking, corner built in dining table surrounded by benches and chairs. Double stainless steel sink which uses water from a refillable tank. The 3/4 bath has a shower and composting toilet. Solar and a generator add to the comfort of the cabin but a buyer could explore the option of putting in a well, septic, and expand the solar. The cabin is wired for electric. Fiber Optics are available. Minutes to trout stocked Haypress Lakes and National Forest Service. Hunt, hike, bike, bring your horses - so many options for every outdoor recreationalist! Want more elbow room?? Explore adding Lot #36 (MLS #406619) and the "best buy" on both (MLS #406621). Perfect get away with the option to unplug! MLS# 406617
Property Area: 7MM - Madison - Madison Vly Subdivision: Shining Mountain Unit III Nearest City: Ennis
Acres: 16.95
- 396 Lower Promontory Road, Big Sky MT 59716
PRICE: $5,995,000
Acres: 19.80 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406577
Welcome to 396 Lower Promontory, a true Big Sky retreat where privacy, recreation, and timeless mountain design converge. Nestled on over 19 acres with sweeping views of the Spanish Peaks and Gallatin Range, this property combines serenity and convenience—just 25 minutes from world-class skiing at Big Sky Resort, a short drive to the Gallatin River, and direct neighborhood access to snowmobiling, ATV, hiking, and biking trails. Spanning nearly 7,500 square feet, this thoughtfully designed estate features five bedrooms, a custom sleeping nook, seven full bathrooms, three living areas, and a spacious game room, providing ample space for family and guests. Two fully equipped kitchens make entertaining effortless—perfect for hosting holidays or gatherings when everyone wants to experience life in Big Sky. Enjoy over 2,000 square feet of decks and porches, including an outdoor dining area beside a massive stone wood-burning fireplace—the perfect setting for summer dinners, stargazing, or making s’mores under Montana’s vast night sky. A spring-fed pond with a custom rock waterfall adds a tranquil touch to the property, creating your own private mountain sanctuary. Built in 2014 with a substantial addition completed in 2019, the home blends modern finishes with enduring mountain architecture. A pristine asphalt driveway leads to two garages, providing abundant space for vehicles, outdoor toys, and recreational gear. Located within Buck Ridge Ranch, the only neighborhood in Big Sky with direct trail access to thousands of acres of U.S. Forest Service land, residents enjoy a truly unique privilege—unparalleled adventure right from the doorstep. 396 Lower Promontory is more than a home; it’s an invitation to live the Big Sky lifestyle at its best. Schedule your private tour today and experience this remarkable estate firsthand. MLS# 406577
Property Area: 5CS - Gallatin Canyon South Subdivision: Buck Ridge Ranch Nearest City: Big Sky
Acres: 19.80
- 9440 Saddle Mountain Road, Bozeman MT 59715
PRICE: $6,777,000
Acres: 63 STATUS: Active MLS#: 407185
Are you looking for land, privacy, adjacent forest service access, amazing hunting prospects, fishing on your land and only 12 minutes to Bozeman/Yellowstone Intl Airport? Then look no further. This is it!! 63-acre historic homestead divided into two US government lots located high above the Gallatin Valley. With 3 Middle Cottonwood building rights, your possibilities are endless. While waiting for your home to be built, live in the recently completed over 3300SF barndominium of which approximately 1500 square feet is luxury living space, plus additional insulated radiant heated floors throughout. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, along with living/dining/kitchen and "Barn Living Room". Sit in your hot tub, and listen to the sounds of Middle Cottonwood Creek nearby. Panoramic views of Middle Cottonwood Canyon, the entire Gallatin Valley and surrounding mountain peaks from many building site possibilities. Lush setting with live water, ancient virgin fir timber forest, aspen and cottonwood stands. Scenic high elevation rock outcroppings are stunning. Current partially fenced grassy lowlands for stock animals. A year-round private trout stream provides the tranquil ever-present sound of rushing water. There is a hidden high elevation spring-fed ‘moose pond’ that is a year-round ‘watering hole’ for all species of Montana large animals. The pond can be further developed to increase size and hold large trout. Borders National Forest with owner’s private wildlife habitat. Moose, Elk, Bear, Lion, Birds of prey, and trophy mule deer. The property is within the boundary of a trophy mule deer sanctuary. The undeveloped portions of the property can be put into a preservation trust, if desired. Developed utilities include underground power, deep cased well (artesian constant flow) and county permitted septic. Buried LP tank. Newly built, county permitted, timber frame barn can serve as an ADU for a future estate home. Steel frame fully permitted bridge crosses Middle Cottonwood Creek. USFS easement is in place for nearby natural gas and other underground utilities as desired. Abundant water: Montana 1871 stock water rights for Middle Cottonwood Creek and additional rights for ground water springs and deep well. USFS maintained access road, Middle Cottonwood trailhead is a 5-minute walk away with boundless Bridger Mountain USFS. There is even an old gold mine shaft hidden in the hillside! MLS# 407185
Property Area: 2N - Boz Area N of I90/City Subdivision: Other Nearest City: Bozeman
Acres: 63
- 9440 Saddle Mountain, Bozeman MT 59715
PRICE: $6,777,000
Acres: 63 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406297
Are you looking for land, privacy, adjacent forest service access, amazing hunting prospects, fishing on your land and only 12 minutes to Bozeman/Yellowstone Intl Airport? Then look no further. This is it!! 63-acre historic homestead divided into two US government lots located high above the Gallatin Valley. With 3 Middle Cottonwood building rights, your possibilities are endless. While waiting for your home to be built, live in the recently completed over 3300SF barndominium of which approximately 1500 square feet is luxury living space, plus additional insulated radiant heated floors throughout. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, along with living/dining/kitchen and "Barn Living Room". Sit in your hot tub, and listen to the sounds of Middle Cottonwood Creek nearby. Panoramic views of Middle Cottonwood Canyon, the entire Gallatin Valley and surrounding mountain peaks from many building site possibilities. Lush setting with live water, ancient virgin fir timber forest, aspen and cottonwood stands. Scenic high elevation rock outcroppings are stunning. Current partially fenced grassy lowlands for stock animals. A year-round private trout stream provides the tranquil ever-present sound of rushing water. There is a hidden high elevation spring-fed ‘moose pond’ that is a year-round ‘watering hole’ for all species of Montana large animals. The pond can be further developed to increase size and hold large trout. Borders National Forest with owner’s private wildlife habitat. Moose, Elk, Bear, Lion, Birds of prey, and trophy mule deer. The property is within the boundary of a trophy mule deer sanctuary. The undeveloped portions of the property can be put into a preservation trust, if desired. Developed utilities include underground power, deep cased well (artesian constant flow) and county permitted septic. Buried LP tank. Newly built, county permitted, timber frame barn can serve as an ADU for a future estate home. Steel frame fully permitted bridge crosses Middle Cottonwood Creek. USFS easement is in place for nearby natural gas and other underground utilities as desired. Abundant water: Montana 1871 stock water rights for Middle Cottonwood Creek and additional rights for ground water springs and deep well. USFS maintained access road, Middle Cottonwood trailhead is a 5-minute walk away with boundless Bridger Mountain USFS. There is even an old gold mine shaft hidden in the hillside! MLS# 406297
Property Area: 2N - Boz Area N of I90/City Subdivision: Other Nearest City: Bozeman
Acres: 63
- 370 Star Ridge Road, Bozeman MT 59715
PRICE: $4,595,000
Acres: 20 STATUS: Active MLS#: 406206
Experience the ultimate blend of luxury, location and Montana lifestyle at 370 Star Ridge Rd. This renovated and expanded 20-acre estate is an exclusive offering located within Eagle Rock Reserve, just 10 minutes from historic Main Street Bozeman. The home’s design is elevated by a sleek Scandinavian-style guest addition, ideal for multi-generational living. The property and neighborhood are perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, featuring private Forest Service access via an extensive community trail system, a fly-fishing pond, and a full equestrian facility. Enjoy massive, protected mountain views over conservation lands without the maintenance burden—you only care for 3 acres! Your daily routine will be complimented by frequent sightings of deer, elk, moose, and bird life, creating an unparalleled connection to nature. The home has been updated and re-imagined, highlighted by a 1,600 sq ft luxury-level Scandinavian style addition with a 2nd kitchen, primary suite and additional bedroom and bath – every detail evoking modern comfort. The addition features custom white oak wire brushed inset cabinetry and wall paneling, vaulted ceiling, panel-front appliances, quartz counters, and custom Lutron lighting controls. The original home is equally refined with new Grapa decks featuring custom metal railings, renovated interiors, modern paint, updated HVAC with new ducting and a humidifier, and refinished flooring. A new LaCantina slider opens to a second deck featuring a relaxing Hot Springs hot tub. Enjoy the added peace of mind of a 24kW Generac natural gas fired, new roof in 2023, and a new 6-bedroom septic in 2024. Conceptual plans are available for kitchen and bath remodels. Expansive storage and parking awaits in the newly constructed oversized, heated 765 sq ft 2-car attached garage with tile dog wash, a separate heated 1-car attached garage and a fully finished vaulted garage/office with frosted panel door and polished concrete flooring and mini split heat/AC. Newly completed landscaping around home site includes custom rock retaining walls, perennial plantings, invisible dog fence, irrigation and formal lawn area. The area surrounding the home site area has new soil and is seeded with natural grasses to sprout in spring. Fantastic location is close to downtown Bozeman trails, dining, shopping, amenities and medical. Just 30 min to Bridger Bowl, 1 hour to Big Sky, 25 minutes to blue ribbon fly fishing. Don’t miss the 360 VR Matterport Tour. MLS# 406206
Property Area: 2SE - Boz S of City E of 19th Subdivision: Eagle Rock Reserve Nearest City: Bozeman
Acres: 20
- 83 Big Country Drive, Townsend MT 59644
PRICE: $1,490,000
Acres: 27.34 STATUS: Active MLS#: 405556
Welcome to 83 Big Country Drive, in Townsend, where Montana dreams do come true. What a gorgeous private 27.34+- acre horse property engulfed in 360 views & unbelievable sunsets with NO COVENANTS. This custom 2,838+- sq foot home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, plenty of storage, & a beautiful kitchen overlooking the open concept living space with sweeping panoramic views. Efficiently built, this home has a gas furnace, an AC unit & a gorgeous wood stove. Within the last year renovations & upgrades have been made inside & out. A few of these custom touches are crafted rock work, new lifetime plank engineered flooring, texture & paint, trim, a wood stove, insulation, siding, metal roofing, soffit, facia, gutters, landscaping & high-quality redwood decking. Full views of Canyon Ferry Reservoir & the mountain ranges are incredible. Abundant wildlife habitat. The kitchen has great storage complete with a wall mounted oven & the JennAir stovetop, grill & downdraft ventilation. The living room is wrapped with picture windows absorbing natural light & panoramic views from the Townsend valley, Canyon Ferry Reservoir, the Elkhorn Mountain Range, Mount Baldy & all the way over to Edith. The redwood deck is accessed through the French doors with the BBQ gas line ready for summer dinners. The wood stove sits perfectly within the custom rock work offering warmth & efficiency. The walk out basement is beautiful with natural light shining through the large windows. The French doors open up to the patio & an above ground fire pit. The redwood deck has been sealed with linseed oil twice. This brings out the beautiful colors while protecting it from the weather elements. The garden was completed in the summer of 2024 with a custom-built greenhouse, above ground garden boxes & a wonderful low maintenance watering system. Which could easily be hooked up to the yard's underground watering system. The mature raspberries have provided gallons of berries while the chokecherry, plumb, cherry, pear & apple trees are growing and starting to produce. The garage is heated with a newer pellet stove and is fully insulated with storage, windows & a huge attic storage room accessed through the drop stairs. The shop is also insulated, finished & heated. Property is settled on the backside of private ranches & is within minutes of state, forest service & BLM land. It is approximately 15 minutes from Townsend, 45 from Helena & 1 hour from Bozeman. Owned by a licensed real estate agent. MLS# 405556
Property Area: 9A - Broadwater County Subdivision: Minor Subdivision Nearest City: Townsend
Acres: 27.34
