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.
For sale
$5,499,000
396 Lower Promontory Rd, Big Sky, MT 59716
5beds
7,458sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
19.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$737/sqft
$1,417/mo HOA
What's special
Thoughtfully designed estatePristine asphalt drivewaySpacious game roomCustom sleeping nookTwo fully equipped kitchens
- 185 days |
- 815 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Pitcairn 406-539-6060,
Outlaw Realty
Source: Big Sky Country MLS,MLS#: 406577Originating MLS: Big Sky Country MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer
Features
- Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
- Basement: Bathroom,Bedroom
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,458
- Total interior livable area: 7,458 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,386
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Landscaping
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Creek, Pond, Seasonal, Stream
Lot
- Size: 19.8 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: RLE33499
- Zoning description: RR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2019
Details
- Builder name: Mark Hackbarth
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Septic Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community
- Subdivision: Buck Ridge Ranch
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Trail(s)
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $6,500 annually
- Second HOA fee: $875 monthly
Location
- Region: Big Sky
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $737/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,081,859
- Annual tax amount: $22,126
- Date on market: 10/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 648 days
- Listing terms: Cash,3rd Party Financing
- Ownership: Full
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $5,499,000-8.3%$737/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000$804/sqft |
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| 10/19/2025 | Listing removed | $12,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $5,995,000$804/sqft |
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| 9/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $12,000$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Price change | $5,995,000-4.1%$804/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #392956 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Price change | $6,250,000-3.8%$838/sqft |
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| 6/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000$872/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,859 -11% | $4,081,859 -9.3% |
| 2024 | $24,572 +6.1% | $4,498,149 |
| 2023 | $23,169 +57.2% | $4,498,149 +94.8% |
| 2022 | $14,740 -11.7% | $2,309,639 |
| 2021 | $16,686 +80.2% | $2,309,639 +45% |
| 2020 | $9,261 +81.2% | $1,592,732 +96.5% |
| 2019 | $5,111 +37.4% | $810,442 +40.7% |
| 2018 | $3,720 +15.9% | $576,160 |
| 2017 | $3,211 -5.6% | $576,160 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $3,401 | $509,522 +86.7% |
| 2015 | $3,401 +6611.6% | $272,862 +4875.6% |
| 2014 | $51 | $5,484 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$32,232/mo
Principal & interest
$27928
Property taxes
$2887
HOA Fees
$1417
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 59716
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ophir Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 6/10Ophir 7-8Grades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 10/10Lone Peak High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
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- Gallatin County
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- 396 Lower Promontory Rd
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