3906 Illinois Bench Rd, Stevensville, MT 59870
What's special
Where wide-open skies meet working land and freedom has no limits—this 38+-acre Montana ranch is the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for. This exceptional property is fully equipped for those seeking a true working ranch and an authentic Western way of life. The acreage is in quality hay production and thoughtfully laid out for livestock and horses, with established irrigation from BRID plus a developed spring providing reliable stock water. The comfortable 3 bed, 2 bath home is designed to embrace its surroundings, featuring south-facing passive solar exposure, a cozy wood stove, and expansive windows that capture breathtaking mountain views in every direction. Warm, inviting, and efficient, it’s the perfect base for both daily ranch operations and quiet Montana living. Surrounded by the Bitterroot Mountains to the West and the Sapphire Mountains to the East and lots of open space in every direction - this is MT at its best. Infrastructure is already in place to support a variety of agricultural pursuits, including a horse barn, hay barn, milking parlor, pond and detached garage and shop space—making this a turnkey setup for equestrian use, hobby farming, or small-scale production. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a mature fruit orchard offering apples, plums, cherries, and more, along with established garden beds ready for your seasonal harvests. With no covenants, you’ll enjoy the freedom to expand, build, and use the land to fit your vision. A rare opportunity to own a versatile, well-equipped ranch where productivity meets beauty—ready for you to step in and live the Montana lifestyle from day one.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Susanne K Schmidt 406-381-6576,
Silvercreek Realty Group LLC - MT
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Propane, Wood Stove
Appliances
- Included: Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Fireplace
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,168 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Propane Tank - Leased
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Front Yard,Perimeter
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meadow, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Pond, Waterfront
- Body of water: Pond
Lot
- Size: 38.89 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Meadow, Orchard(s), Pasture, Spring
Details
- Additional structures: Arena, Barn(s), Poultry Coop, Stable(s), Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 13176520101240000
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Arena, Tack Room
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Stevensville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $738/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $424,932
- Annual tax amount: $3,319
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $1,599,000-0.8%$738/sqft |
Source:  MRMLS #30068946 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,612,000+4%$744/sqft |
Source: MRMLS #30068946 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000-13.9%$715/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2024 | Listing removed | $1,800,000$830/sqft |
Source: MRMLS #30030245 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2024 | Price change | $1,800,000-7.7%$830/sqft |
Source: MRMLS #30030245 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$899/sqft |
Source: MRMLS #30030245 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,725 -18.1% | $424,932 +19.9% |
| 2024 | $2,107 +4.6% | $354,267 |
| 2023 | $2,015 +5.7% | $354,267 +39.9% |
| 2022 | $1,907 -0.2% | $253,307 |
| 2021 | $1,911 +7.2% | $253,307 +17% |
| 2020 | $1,783 +5.7% | $216,442 |
| 2019 | $1,688 -4.1% | $216,442 +36.8% |
| 2018 | $1,760 +0.1% | $158,172 |
| 2017 | $1,758 +4.3% | $158,172 -3.7% |
| 2016 | $1,686 0% | $164,329 |
| 2015 | $1,686 +2.8% | $164,329 +42.4% |
| 2014 | $1,641 +458.2% | $115,389 +3.2% |
| 2013 | $294 -6.9% | $111,812 +3.6% |
| 2012 | $316 | $107,885 -23.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $141,607 |
| 2007 | -- | $141,607 |
| 2006 | -- | $141,607 |
| 2005 | -- | $141,607 |
| 2004 | -- | $141,607 |
| 2003 | -- | $141,607 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,508,400
$1.43M - $1.58M
$2,907/mo
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