Charming Historic Log Home on 3.3 Acres – Creek Frontage & Views! Step into Montana history with this beautifully maintained custom 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath log home, nestled on 3.3 acres. This one of a kind property offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, featuring stunning craftsmanship and warm wood finishes throughout. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and creek frontage, just minutes from the Yellowstone river a dream location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The spacious 2 car garage includes a bonus workshop, ideal for hobbies, storage. The landscaped yard is a true retreat, complete with underground sprinklers for easy maintenance and lush green surroundings. Whether you're seeking a serene full time residence, a private retreat, or a vacation getaway, this historic log home is a rare find. Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Montana paradise!
For sale
$650,000
185 Howie Rd, Big Timber, MT 59011
2beds
2,119sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,974/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
3.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Creek frontageBonus workshopBreathtaking mountain viewsLandscaped yardLush green surroundingsStunning craftsmanshipWarm wood finishes throughout
- 94 days |
- 942 |
- 43 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Brown 406-930-0833,
Ruthie Johnson Real Estate
Source: Big Sky Country MLS,MLS#: 410504Originating MLS: Big Sky Country MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Family Room
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Some Gas Appliances, Stove
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Partially Carpeted
- Basement: Bathroom,Rec/Family Area
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,119
- Total interior livable area: 2,119 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,369
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Landscaping
- Fencing: Perimeter,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Farmland, Meadow, Mountain(s), River, Creek/Stream, Valley, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 3.32 Acres
- Features: Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Ground
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 0001A00101
- Zoning description: None/Unknown
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Propane, Phone Available, Septic Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Big Timber
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $531,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,164
- Date on market: 4/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 95 days
- Listing terms: Cash,3rd Party Financing
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000-9.7%$307/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #410504 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listing removed | $720,000$340/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #403863 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2025 | Price change | $720,000-4%$340/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #403863 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000$354/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #403863 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,154 -13.7% | $531,000 +21% |
| 2024 | $2,495 +6% | $438,800 |
| 2023 | $2,354 +38.3% | $438,800 +57.3% |
| 2022 | $1,702 +3.7% | $278,900 |
| 2021 | $1,642 +10.5% | $278,900 +18.8% |
| 2020 | $1,485 -3.6% | $234,700 |
| 2019 | $1,541 -5.5% | $234,700 -5.1% |
| 2018 | $1,630 -2.9% | $247,400 |
| 2017 | $1,679 +17.7% | $247,400 +8.2% |
| 2016 | $1,426 -4.8% | $228,606 |
| 2015 | $1,498 +13.1% | $228,606 +106.5% |
| 2014 | $1,325 +5.1% | $110,731 +1.6% |
| 2013 | $1,261 -0.9% | $109,013 +1.8% |
| 2012 | $1,273 | $107,038 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $159,534 |
| 2007 | -- | $159,534 |
| 2006 | -- | $159,534 |
| 2005 | -- | $159,534 +1.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $156,750 |
| 2003 | -- | $156,750 +155.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $61,300 |
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Neighborhood: 59011
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Big Timber SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10Big Timber 7-8Grades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Sweet Grass County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
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