Welcome to your Montana dream property!
Nestled on the serene shores of Peterson Lake, this charming craftsman-style home offers breathtaking mountain views, 288 feet of pristine waterfront, and a lifestyle centered around nature, comfort, and adventure. Peterson Lake feeds into the beautiful Echo Lake, enhancing your connection to the area's stunning landscape. Entertain or unwind on the expansive main deck overlooking the water, or find your own private escape on the second deck off the primary bedroom — perfect for morning coffee or spectacular sunset views. The property also includes a large garage/shop, ideal for projects, hobbies, and ample storage, plus a delightful orchard with fruit trees. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence or a peaceful getaway, you’ll love the abundant wildlife, serene setting, and the convenient location just minutes from vibrant downtown Bigfork. Bonus...Sellers offering $30,000 to buyers at closing for any maintenance or remodeling that buyers would like to do after closing, The lower level features a fully equipped second kitchen and a comfortable living area—perfect for guests, entertaining, or multi-generational living. The entire second floor is dedicated to the expansive primary bedroom suite, boasting 969 square feet of luxurious space. Enjoy a private sitting area and step out onto your own deck with serene views overlooking the lake and the Swan Mountains. Surrounded by larger tracts of land, this property offers exceptional privacy and tranquility—your own peaceful retreat.
Rarely does a property combine waterfront living, two parcels of land, and sweeping mountain vistas — this is a truly unique opportunity to make your Montana dream a reality!
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Price cut: $1.3M (7/18)
$1,900,000
701 McCaffery Rd, Bigfork, MT 59911
4beds
3,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
2.86 Acres Lot
$1,757,600 Zestimate®
$535/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming craftsman-style homeBreathtaking mountain viewsSweeping mountain vistasFully equipped second kitchen
- 42 days
- 840
- 28
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cherie T Hansen 406-253-4546,
Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Bigfork
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30075164
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Fireplace
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,553 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,292
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage, Carport
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: true
- Waterfront features: Lake, Navigable Water, Waterfront
- Body of water: Peterson Lake
Lot
- Size: 2.86 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Meadow, Orchard(s), Secluded, Views, Wooded, Level
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 07383607202150000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Lake
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bigfork
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $535/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $741,950
- Annual tax amount: $3,426
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,757,600
$1.67M - $1.85M
$5,166/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Price change | $595,000-68.7%$167/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $1,900,000+36.2%$535/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+179%$393/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listing removed | $500,000-74.4%$141/sqft |
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| 7/1/2025 | Price change | $1,950,000+34.5%$549/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Price change | $1,450,000-25.6%$408/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Price change | $1,950,000-33.9%$549/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Price change | $2,950,000+20.4%$830/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Price change | $2,450,000+390%$690/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,342 -3.4% | $728,400 +44.4% |
| 2024 | $2,424 +2.1% | $504,600 |
| 2023 | $2,374 -3.3% | $504,600 +27.2% |
| 2022 | $2,456 | $396,700 |
| 2021 | $2,456 +20.1% | $396,700 +33.1% |
| 2020 | $2,045 -2.3% | $298,105 |
| 2019 | $2,093 +3.5% | $298,105 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $2,022 +3.4% | $266,557 |
| 2017 | $1,955 +4.3% | $266,557 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $1,874 | $247,367 |
| 2015 | $1,874 +7.1% | $247,367 +64.3% |
| 2014 | $1,751 +0.8% | $150,520 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $1,737 -0.4% | $148,642 +1.5% |
| 2012 | $1,744 | $146,440 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $216,550 |
| 2007 | -- | $216,550 |
| 2006 | -- | $216,550 |
| 2005 | -- | $216,550 |
| 2004 | -- | $216,550 |
| 2003 | -- | $216,550 +26.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $171,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $171,200 |
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Neighborhood: 59911
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District No. 38
Source: MRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




