Hart Bench Ranch — Bitterroot Valley, Western Montana
At the base of the timbered slopes of the Bitterroot Mountains, Hart Bench Ranch spans 155 pristine acres where lush meadows meet the forest edge and sweeping views of Trapper Peak and the Bitterroot Range command every horizon. This rare Montana sanctuary blends working-ranch functionality with refined mountain luxury, offering endless potential as a private retreat, family legacy property, or exclusive event destination.
The main residence is a statement in craftsmanship—anchored by a vaulted great room with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the valley’s panoramic beauty. Featuring four bedrooms and three baths, it welcomes both grand entertaining and everyday comfort. Two additional cabins extend the charm: a one-bedroom cabin perched above the heated three-car garage, and a two-bedroom, two-bath guest cabin with a finished basement—each offering privacy and postcard-perfect views.
A wealth of amenities supports both lifestyle and livelihood. The property boasts a heated 36x80 shop with a custom 28x22 saloon, full bath, and kitchen—perfect for gatherings. Multiple barns include an expansive three-bay equipment barn, a historic homestead storage barn, and a modern five-stall barn complete with wash station, vet room, and tack space. A newer hay barn and large greenhouse further enhance self-sufficiency.
John Ogrin Gulch meanders through the estate, feeding two tranquil ponds and a five-line gravity-fed irrigation system with appurtenant water rights. Fenced pastures and corrals accommodate horses, cattle, or other livestock with ease. Surrounded by the wild beauty of Western Montana, Hart Bench Ranch is minutes from Lost Trail Ski Area, Painted Rocks Lake, Lake Como, the Bitterroot River, and two vast national forests. The charming towns of Darby and Hamilton provide daily conveniences and local culture, while Missoula International Airport lies just an hour and a half north—ensuring effortless access to this extraordinary slice of the American West.
Hart Bench Ranch—unspoiled, unmatched, and unforgettable.
Active
$6,690,000
241 Orr Loop, Darby, MT 59829
7beds
6,064sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
155 Acres Lot
$6,050,500 Zestimate®
$1,103/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newer hay barnExpansive three-bay equipment barnHistoric homestead storage barnTwo tranquil pondsLarge greenhouse
- 51 days |
- 2,007 |
- 95 |
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Listed by:
Brooke DeVries 406-531-9721,
DeVries Real Estate
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30070363
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 7
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Additional Living Quarters
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,064 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Perimeter
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meadow, Mountain(s), Valley
- Waterfront features: Pond, Stream, Waterfront
- Body of water: John Ogrin Gulch
Lot
- Size: 155 Acres
- Dimensions: 155.00
- Features: Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Stable(s), Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 13107301201030000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Tack Room
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Darby
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,516,660
- Annual tax amount: $15,331
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$6,050,500
$5.75M - $6.35M
$3,098/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,690,000-10.2%$1,103/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listing removed | $7,450,000$1,229/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $7,450,000-6.3%$1,229/sqft |
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| 5/21/2025 | Price change | $7,950,000-10.7%$1,311/sqft |
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| 10/16/2024 | Price change | $8,900,000-5.3%$1,468/sqft |
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| 8/27/2024 | Price change | $9,400,000-12.6%$1,550/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $10,750,000$1,773/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,606 +39% | $2,516,660 +15% |
| 2024 | $10,507 | $2,189,254 +3.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $2,117,994 +35.6% |
| 2022 | $8,568 +2.8% | $1,561,456 |
| 2021 | $8,338 -6.2% | $1,561,456 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $8,892 -4.4% | $1,532,971 |
| 2019 | $9,301 +4.4% | $1,532,971 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $8,911 -0.2% | $1,392,504 |
| 2017 | $8,929 +9.1% | $1,392,504 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $8,186 +5.8% | $1,346,704 |
| 2015 | $7,741 +8.9% | $1,346,704 +92.3% |
| 2014 | $7,109 +6.4% | $700,372 +5.8% |
| 2013 | $6,681 +0.7% | $661,805 +6.7% |
| 2012 | $6,632 | $620,232 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | $4,190 -1.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,270 -91.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $48,525 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 59829
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Darby SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 5.3 mi
- NADarby 7-8Grades: 7-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 1/10Darby High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
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- Montana
- Ravalli County
- Darby
- 59829
- 241 Orr Loop




