1003 4th Ave, Plains, MT 59859
What's special
Experience the beauty and tranquility of Montana living from this exceptional Clark Fork River frontage property set on 6.5 acres on the edge of the relaxing town. Surrounded by mature shade trees, pasture, and irrigated ground, this inviting property offers a rare combination of privacy, functionality, and direct access to one of western Montana’s most treasured rivers. Enjoy fishing, floating, or simply relaxing along the riverbank just steps from your back door. A tree lined driveway welcomes you to the thoughtfully designed single level residence created for comfortable and effortless living. Inside the home features a functional galley-style kitchen, a spacious living area with a fireplace, and an adjoining dining space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Large doors open to the private covered back deck where you can unwind year-round in the newer two-person hot tub while taking in the natural surroundings. The home includes two guest bedrooms and a full bathroom, along with a generously sized primary suite featuring an ensuite bath. A dedicated laundry and mud room provides convenient access to the attached two-car garage, perfectly suited for Montana’s four-season lifestyle. The fenced acreage offers abundant room for pets, horses, gardening, or simply enjoying leisurely walks beneath the canopy of trees. Several additional outbuildings enhance the property, including a shop currently used for woodworking, providing excellent flexibility for hobbies, storage, or equipment. Located in the welcoming community of Plains, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to embrace a relaxed rural lifestyle surrounded by outstanding outdoor recreation. The area is known for excellent hunting, endless recreational trails, nearby mountain lakes, and the natural beauty that defines western Montana.
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Kitchen
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Lance Koch 406-531-3500,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Missoula
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,542 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Hot Tub/Spa, See Remarks
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Residential, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: true
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront
- Body of water: Clark Fork River
Lot
- Size: 6.53 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 35297927305300000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Plains
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $447/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $466,088
- Annual tax amount: $1,998
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $689,000-1.6%$447/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Price change | $699,999-2.6%$454/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $719,000-0.1%$466/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Listing removed | $720,000$467/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Price change | $720,000-3.4%$467/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Price change | $745,000-2.6%$483/sqft |
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| 4/30/2025 | Price change | $765,000-2.5%$496/sqft |
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| 4/16/2025 | Price change | $785,000-1.9%$509/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $800,000$519/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,816 -27.3% | $456,900 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $2,499 +2.9% | $427,500 |
| 2023 | $2,428 +43.7% | $427,500 +67.1% |
| 2022 | $1,690 | $255,900 |
| 2021 | $1,690 +3.7% | $255,900 +2% |
| 2020 | $1,630 +2.8% | $250,800 |
| 2019 | $1,586 -9.2% | $250,800 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $1,748 +11.4% | $244,200 +14.2% |
| 2017 | $1,569 +8.2% | $213,800 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $1,450 +23.4% | $190,300 |
| 2015 | $1,174 +4.6% | $190,300 +84.2% |
| 2014 | $1,123 +1.2% | $103,297 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $1,110 -0.3% | $101,460 +2.1% |
| 2012 | $1,113 | $99,373 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $142,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $142,600 |
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