Darby Homes with Propane Tank - Leased Exterior Features

Darby Homes with Propane Tank - Leased Exterior Features

Welcome to Darby, Montana—an enchanting small town nestled in the heart of Ravalli County, where the rugged beauty of the Bitterroot Valley meets the charm of a close-knit community. With a population that embraces the spirit of the West, Darby is the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and serene living, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The homes in Darby offer a unique feature that many residents appreciate: leased propane tanks for exterior heating needs. This convenient setup not only ensures you have a reliable source of energy but also allows for flexibility in managing your home’s energy costs. Whether you’re nestled in a cozy cabin surrounded by majestic mountains or a charming home near the town’s vibrant center, you can enjoy the warmth and comfort that propane heating provides, all while being part of a community that values sustainability and efficiency.

Darby boasts breathtaking landscapes, with outdoor enthusiasts reveling in activities like hiking, fishing, and skiing. The nearby Bitterroot National Forest offers miles of trails and stunning vistas, perfect for weekend adventures or peaceful retreats. The town itself is rich in history and culture, featuring local shops, eateries, and events that celebrate the unique heritage of the area.

If you’re looking to find your dream home in a picturesque setting, Darby, Montana, awaits. Experience the perfect balance of nature and community, where every day feels like a getaway. Come explore the charm of Darby and discover the home that’s waiting for you!

Newest Darby Homes with Propane Tank - Leased Exterior Features

$550,000
1 Beds 1 Baths 30078118 MLS
A Rare West Fork Riverfront Retreat For the outdoor enthusiast seeking a special piece of Montana, this property is a must-see. Located in the sought-after West Fork of the Bitterroot Valley, this unique offering features over 300 feet of frontage along the scenic Nez Perce River, providing an exceptional setting to relax, recreate, and enjoy the beauty of Montana. The well-appointed 1-bedroom, 1-bath log home dates to the 1930s and retains the warmth and character of its original construction, while a major remodel completed in 2005 provides comfortable modern living. The open-concept interior features vaulted ceilings with exposed log purlins, beautiful wood floors, and a stone masonry wood-burning fireplace insert that creates a warm and inviting gathering space. Step outside and take full advantage of the setting from the spacious covered porch overlooking the river. It’s the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind after a day of exploring, or simply take in the sights and sounds of the surrounding landscape. For your vehicles, recreational equipment, and Montana toys, the property also includes a substantial 30' x 40' heated detached garage/shop. Whether you need workspace, storage, or room for your outdoor gear, this versatile building adds tremendous functionality to the property. With its coveted West Fork location, substantial Nez Perce River frontage, charming remodeled log home, and impressive heated shop, this is the kind of property that offers not just a home, but a true Montana lifestyle. Come experience the river, the mountains, and the endless recreational opportunities that make the West Fork of the Bitterroot Valley so special.

7026 Nez Perce Road, Darby

$235,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 30077810 MLS
Just outside the charming town of Darby, this 1.48-acre property is a blank canvas for your hobby farm or homestead. Snuggled up to the Little Dipper Ranch, with a peek-a-boo view of Trapper Peak and Tin Cup Creek, it's a place with history. There's a 1959 trailer home brought on to the family property which was carved from a larger parcel. A well-built house addition wraps around the trailer home with a spacious entry/mud room and a large living area that hosted countless evenings of music and gathering with friends, plus a comfortable primary bedroom. Plans to remove the trailer home never came to fruition and it remains blended right into the home, with openings seamlessly connecting the two. Today it holds a freshly updated kitchen with new cabinets, a full bath, laundry, and a cozy little bedroom of its own. Live in the existing home as long as you like, remove the trailer and finish the home or build your dream house on this expansive property. The property also features a historic dry cabin, once a rental, full of character and ready for a second life as storage, a workshop, or a creative retreat, along with numerous outbuildings offering plenty of room for equipment, animals, or hobby space. The possibilities here are endless. The location is truly a peaceful oasis. You're minutes from Darby's Main Street for an ice cream on a summer evening or a stroll through the farmers market, and close to the Bitterroot River for blue-ribbon trout fishing, as well as near endless trailheads into the Bitterroot National Forest, Como and Painted Rock Lakes and Lost Trail Powder Mountain for winter turns. This is the quiet, peaceful version of the Bitterroot Valley you are looking for. This is an Estate sale, offered as-is, and a 75% LTV loan structured like a land loan is one option available for financing also a construction loan is a viable lending option.

143 Joe Abbey Lane, Darby

$235,000
30078026 MLS
A 1.48-acre parcel just outside Darby, offering open, usable ground. Whether your vision is a hobby farm, a homestead, or an investment hold, this property gives you room to build it. Bordering Little Dipper Ranch, with peek-a-boo views of Trapper Peak and nearby Tin Cup Creek, the setting is open, quiet, and close to everything. The land carries real history. It was carved from a larger family parcel, and there is a 1959 trailer home wrapped with a well-built house, blending into a functional living space, a spacious entry/mud room, a large gathering room, and a comfortable bedroom, with the original trailer footprint still holding an updated kitchen, full bath, laundry, and a second bedroom. That existing structure gives you options: live in it while you plan, remove the trailer portion and finish the house, or clear the site entirely and put a new home. A historic dry cabin (once a rental) but now a woodshop and several outbuildings add more flexibility, storage, animal housing, or a creative space, without adding to your build list. Location-wise, you're minutes from Darby's Main Street, close to the Bitterroot River for blue-ribbon trout fishing, near trailheads into the Bitterroot National Forest, and a short drive to Lost Trail Powder Mountain. Room to spread out, with town, river, and mountains all within reach. This is an Estate sale, offered as-is, and a 75% LTV loan structured like a land loan is one option available for financing also a construction loan is a viable lending option.

143 Joe Abbey Lane, Darby

$1,200,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 30074728 MLS
Experience the best of Montana living on 11.85 irrigated acres in the West Fork of the Bitterroot Valley, where endless outdoor recreation begins right outside your door. Surrounded by mountain views and just minutes from the Bitterroot National Forest, Painted Rocks Lake, trails, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and countless other year-round adventures, this property is an exceptional basecamp for every season. The impressive Montana log home is designed to comfortably accommodate residents and guest, featuring a private primary suite in the loft, a main-level bedroom, and a spacious open basement that provides the perfect additional sleeping area for visitors. Offered turn-key furnished, you can simply move in and immediately begin enjoying everything this remarkable property has to offer. Outside, you'll find a beautiful pond, irrigated pasture, fenced and cross-fenced acreage, a 1,064-square-foot shop, barn, and several historic outbuildings that reflect the area's rich ranching heritage while providing ample space for livestock equipment, hobbies, or recreational gear. Recent improvements, including new main-level flooring and freshly stained exterior logs and deck, enhance both the home's appearance and long-term maintenance. Steeped in the history of the historic Alta community, the property offers a unique connection to the West Fork's early days of ranching, logging, and mining. The historic outbuildings serve as a reminder of Montana's past while complementing a property that is equally suited for today's recreational lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or legacy property, this exceptional offering combines Montana history, modern comfort, and unmatched access to some of the state's finest year-round recreation.

9786 West Fork Road, Darby

$849,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 30070871 MLS
BACK ON THE MARKET - NO FAULT OF THE PROPERTY. Introducing a rare opportunity to own a truly special 7.7-acre property in Darby that’s move-in ready and set in one of the Bitterroot Valley’s most idyllic settings. Surrounded by mountain views, mature trees, pasture, a pond, and the peaceful sounds of Tin Cup Ditch flowing through the property, this is the kind of Montana lifestyle people dream about. The primary home, built in 2003, offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a warm, welcoming layout designed for both comfort and functionality. Features include a main-level primary suite with laundry, a main-level Rinnai heater, radiant floor heat in the basement, and two wood-burning stoves that add warmth and rustic charm. Thoughtful updates include new siding (2019), gutters (2020), a kitchen remodel (2020), a primary bath remodel (2020), a new roof (2021), and an upstairs bathroom remodel (2026). Step outside and experience everything this property has to offer. Perfectly set up for country living, the land includes cross fencing, a chicken coop, garden space, root cellar, pond, Tin Cup Ditch water rights, and a strong 30 gallon per minute well. Whether you envision horses, hobby farming, homesteading, entertaining, or simply enjoying privacy and wide-open space, this property offers endless possibilities. Adding even more potential is a second residence, originally built in 1974 and permitted for a 2-bedroom septic. While not currently livable as a residence, the structure offers an opportunity for future improvement and could be transformed into guest quarters, rental income potential, or multi-generational living space. Rarely do properties combine beauty, functionality, water features, privacy, and future potential in such a desirable Darby location. This is more than a home. It’s a lifestyle.

3603 Moose Meadow Lane, Darby

$1,549,000
30071362 MLS
Some properties aren't defined by the home—they're defined by the lifestyle and opportunity they offer. Bordering National Forest and located just yards from the West Fork of the Bitterroot River, this remarkable 24.25-acre property features Trapper Creek flowing through the land, two private trout ponds, breathtaking mountain views, and endless opportunities to experience the very best of Montana. The property includes a historic 4-bedroom, 2.75-bath main home, four one-bedroom guest cabins, a large barn, shop, and additional outbuildings, creating an exceptional foundation for a vacation rental business, hunting and fishing lodge, retreat destination, corporate getaway, or private family compound. Cherished by the same family for decades, the main residence offers over 3,000 square feet with a fireplace, den/library, office with a private entrance, expansive deck, and peaceful views. While the home reflects its age and presents an opportunity for renovation and modernization, it offers the chance to restore a truly special Montana property while preserving its history and character. The four guest cabins provide immediate income potential while allowing guests to experience towering pines, creek frontage, abundant wildlife, and direct access to endless recreation. Spend your days fly fishing the West Fork, exploring surrounding National Forest, skiing Lost Trail Powder Mountain, hiking, hunting, or simply enjoying the privacy and beauty that surrounds you. With National Forest boundary, creek frontage, existing guest accommodations, and exceptional commercial potential, this is a rare opportunity to create a premier Montana destination, legacy property, or investment in the heart of the Bitterroot Valley.

158 Trapper Creek Road, Darby

$1,549,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 30070174 MLS
Some properties aren't defined by the home—they're defined by the lifestyle. Bordering National Forest and located just yards from the West Fork of the Bitterroot River, this remarkable 24.25-acre property features Trapper Creek winding through the property, two private trout ponds, excellent water rights, breathtaking mountain views, and endless opportunities to experience the very best of Montana. Cherished by the same family for over 65 years, the property's history dates back to the late 1800s. Over the years, it has been a working potato farm, apple orchard, outfitting operation, wedding venue, and family gathering place. The remainder of the home was built in the early 1950s, creating the 4-bedroom, 2.75-bath residence that offers over 3,000 square feet with a fireplace, den/library, office with private entrance, and an expansive deck with creek and mountain views that will make you never want to leave. While the home reflects its age and offers an opportunity for updates, it's the setting, history, and lifestyle that make this property truly special. Spend your days fly fishing the West Fork, exploring miles of surrounding National Forest, skiing Lost Trail Powder Mountain, hiking, hunting, or simply watching deer, elk, moose, and countless bird species from your own backyard. The stunning Bitterroot Valley, recognized for its iconic scenery featured throughout the filming of Yellowstone, provides an unforgettable backdrop in every season. Four one-bedroom guest cabins offer flexibility, whether gathering generations of family, welcoming friends, or creating supplemental rental income. A historic barn and tack room, greenhouse, garden area, fruit trees, shop, storage buildings, and chicken coop further enhance the property's character and versatility. This is a place where life slows down, memories are made, and Montana's beauty becomes part of your everyday routine. Opportunities to own a property like this are becoming increasingly rare.

158 Trapper Creek Road, Darby

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