Montana Mountain Retreat on 19.96 Acres – Privacy, Sustainability & Breathtaking Views
Discover the ultimate off-grid self sufficient lifestyle in near Helmville, Montana. This secluded mountain property offers nearly 20 acres of privacy and natural beauty, with a year-round spring, water rights, and infrastructure in place for comfortable, sustainable living. The oversized greenhouse allows for year-round vegetable cultivation, while a dedicated co-op is ready for chickens or rabbits—perfect for homesteading or self-reliant living.
The primary residence, designed as a temporary but cozy mountain home which features a gravity-fed pellet stove, large covered/enclosed porch, and a fenced yard with a fire pit and panoramic mountain views. Additional accommodations include a converted 50' x 30' shop with living quarters, RV trailer space, and multiple flat building sites ready for expansion or a permanent dream home. Off-grid essentials are fully covered with a 500-gallon water cistern on a trailer, 250 cistern on the home, full-size shower, and a clean outhouse. Extras include a never-used sawmill, backhoe, cement mixer, satellite internet and cell service, and a secure upstairs area with a Ham radio and antenna.
Tucked into a natural bowl-like backdrop for unmatched privacy and protection from the elements, this property blends open and shaded terrain with abundant wildlife. Live here full-time or escape whenever the wild calls—remote doesn’t mean roughing it, it means freedom. This is more than a property; it’s a lifestyle ready for those seeking independence, homesteading potential, or a serene mountain retreat.
Active
$435,000
912 Muskrat Rd, Helmville, MT 59843
1beds
1,500sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
19.96 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Year-round springPanoramic mountain viewsAbundant wildlifeNatural bowl-like backdropMultiple flat building sitesDedicated co-opSecluded mountain property
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 10, 2025 at 04:27pm
Listed by:
Kevin Noland 406-274-4168,
Keller Williams Western MT,
Jeanette McNamee 406-396-9261,
Keller Williams Western MT
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30052402
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 19.96 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Meadow, Rock Outcropping, Secluded, Spring, See Remarks, Views, Wooded
- Topography: Varied
Details
- Parcel number: 28210333301020000
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Helmville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $86,500
- Annual tax amount: $750
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 163 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,389/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000$290/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listing removed | $435,000$290/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000$290/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $484 +188% | $86,500 +134.4% |
| 2023 | $168 +4.2% | $36,900 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $161 -5.2% | $32,150 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,096/mo
Principal & interest
$1687
Property taxes
$257
Home insurance
$152
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 59843
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAHelmville SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 8.5 mi
- 3/10Powell County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 27 mi
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