Tucked away on nearly 12 private acres bordering National Forest, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath mountain retreat offers the rare combination of privacy, recreation, and year-round accessibility. Cliff Creek meanders through the property, creating a peaceful natural setting surrounded by mature trees and filtered mountain views.
Adventure begins at your doorstep with direct access to the renowned Tally Lake trail system. Forest Service Road 351A extends from the property, connecting miles of hiking, biking, ATV, horseback riding, and Nordic skiing trails, with easy access to Tally Lake, Tally Ridge, Stovepipe Canyon, and nearby Bootjack Lake. The thoughtfully designed home features bright, open living spaces, abundant natural light, and a welcoming covered deck perfect for enjoying Montana’s changing seasons. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, recreational getaway, or basecamp for outdoor adventure, this exceptional property offers a true Montana lifestyle surrounded by public land and endless opportunities to explore. - Turn-key furnishings included
- Radiant floor heat with 4 separate zones (north/south on each floor)
- Spray foam insulation (walls and ceiling) plus batten insulation for highest R possible
-Starlink Internet equipment included
-Eufy security system included
- Cliff Creek runs through property, year round creek with serval small pools/ponds
- Borders forest service with easy access to Tally Lake trail system
- Forest service road 351A extends from the property doing a 9 mile loop with spurs to access Tally Lake (3.5 miles), Tally Ridge Trail (4.5 miles), Stovepipe Canyon trail (5 miles) - all amazing on bikes or ATV.
- BootJack lake 1-1.5 mile walk or bike (depending on route)
- Neighborhood road fund includes plowing and grading, currently $500 / year
- Neighbors groom over 3 miles of cross country ski trails
- 15 minutes from Star Meadows trail system for additional groomed Nordic skiing
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Price cut: $100K (9/13)
$1,050,000
254 Chinook Lake Rd, Whitefish, MT 59937
3beds
1,640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
11.43 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$640/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Filtered mountain viewsAbundant natural lightBright open living spaces
- 103 days
- 1,072
- 89
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Meuter 406-249-2283,
Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Whitefish
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30071976
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Radiant, Wood Stove
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Water Purifier, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,640
- Total interior livable area: 1,640 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 672
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Property
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 11.43 Acres
- Topography: Varied
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 07429127401130000
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Lake
- Security: Security System Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s), Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Whitefish
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $640/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $647,872
- Annual tax amount: $2,173
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/2026 | Price change | $1,050,000-8.7%$640/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$701/sqft |
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| 9/14/2012 | Sold | -- |
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| 4/24/2012 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,910 -5.8% | $647,872 +47.2% |
| 2024 | $2,028 +84.6% | $440,200 +74.5% |
| 2023 | $1,098 +4.2% | $252,263 +47.5% |
| 2022 | $1,054 | $171,022 |
| 2021 | $1,054 -0.5% | $171,022 +8.1% |
| 2020 | $1,060 -8.9% | $158,245 |
| 2019 | $1,163 +12.8% | $158,245 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $1,031 -11% | $150,975 |
| 2017 | $1,159 -3.2% | $150,975 +54.2% |
| 2016 | $1,197 | $97,928 |
| 2015 | $1,197 +16.4% | $97,928 +14.2% |
| 2014 | $1,029 | $85,734 |
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