Sitting on twenty acres with sweeping views of the bluffs and rolling hills, this secluded off-grid cabin is the ultimate Montana bug-out and getaway. A wood stove is already in place and ready to go, alongside the existing wall heater, and the interior features a kitchen, dining area, living space, and a bedroom — all fully furnished, with everything included. Power comes from a generator and solar panel system. Composting toilet and no septic system. The entire cabin is offered as-is, where-is, and does need work, but the bones are there to become something special: a place to relax, hunt, and soak up everything Montana has to offer. There are no enforced deed covenants or restrictions on this property . Wildlife is abundant, and the location is very private — four-wheel drive only, just minutes from Columbus. Showings are by appointment only, limited to buyers with cash or pre-approval for off-grid properties of this type with proof provided to listing agent prior to showing. No contract for Deeds. Buyers to verify all property lines and or property records at buyers own risk or cost.
For sale
$179,000
254 Skibstad Rd, Columbus, MT 59019
1beds
490sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
20 Acres Lot
$157,400 Zestimate®
$365/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully furnishedWildlife is abundantTwenty acresLiving spaceWood stoveDining area
- 6 hours
- 256
- 21
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Listed by:
Joseph Cross 406-321-4663,
Pinnacle Property of Montana
Source: BMTMLS,MLS#: 362721
Originating MLS: Billings Association Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Billings Association Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 490 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 490
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Features: Rolling Slope, Secluded, Sloped, Trees, Views
- Topography: Hill
Details
- Parcel number: 4020168
- Zoning description: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Water Not Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Solar Screens
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hermit Creek Ranch
Location
- Region: Columbus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $365/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $100,105
- Annual tax amount: $1,245
- Date on market: 11/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
Estimated market value
$157,400
$115,000 - $211,000
$1,108/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $179,000$365/sqft |
Source:  BMTMLS #362721 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $406 -27.7% | $100,105 +13.9% |
| 2024 | $562 -1.7% | $87,905 |
| 2023 | $572 +49.8% | $87,905 +70% |
| 2022 | $382 | $51,709 |
| 2021 | $382 +10.5% | $51,709 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $345 +3.2% | $46,285 |
| 2019 | $335 -29.1% | $46,285 +16.9% |
| 2018 | $472 -4.5% | $39,591 |
| 2017 | $494 -17.9% | $39,591 -30.5% |
| 2016 | $602 | $56,932 |
| 2015 | $602 +100.5% | $56,932 +173.2% |
| 2014 | $300 +9% | $20,838 +2.9% |
| 2013 | $275 -1.8% | $20,247 +3.3% |
| 2012 | $281 | $19,597 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $26,138 |
| 2007 | -- | $26,138 |
| 2006 | -- | $26,138 +23.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $21,218 |
| 2004 | -- | $21,218 |
| 2003 | -- | $21,218 +26% |
| 2002 | -- | $16,840 |
| 2000 | -- | $16,840 |
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Neighborhood: 59019
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Columbus
- Middle: Columbus
- High: Columbus
Source: BMTMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
