MADISON RIVER FRONTAGE! Set along the banks of the Madison River, 279 N Beartrap Canyon Road offers a rare opportunity to own 16.235 acres with approximately 500 feet of river frontage in one of Southwest Montana’s most iconic recreational settings. Surrounded by BLM land, the property combines privacy with direct access to the river, open meadow, rugged hillside terrain, striking rock formations and expansive Montana views.
The Madison River is quite literally at your doorstep, creating endless opportunities for fly fishing, floating, rafting and simply enjoying quiet days along the water. Whether casting a line from the riverbank, gathering around the riverside fire pit, or taking in the surrounding landscape, this is a setting that captures the Montana lifestyle in an authentic and memorable way.
Existing improvements allow for immediate enjoyment of the property and include two modern tiny homes. The primary tiny home is 520 sf and features one bedroom plus a loft sleeping area, an open kitchen, living and dining space, a full bath with soaking tub and rooftop deck access. A second guest cabin is 384 sf and provides two additional bedrooms, each with their own ensuite bath. The property is serviced by a private well, septic system and solar power with backup generator, offering a comfortable off-grid living experience.
With acreage, river frontage and recreation all in one setting, the property lends itself beautifully to use as a private Montana retreat, recreational getaway, a gathering place for family and friends -- or perhaps a flyfishing cabin village business. Approximately 2.5 acres along the river are fenced and include space for group camping, along with a riverside picnic shelter.
Located within 25 minutes of Bozeman and only 45 minutes from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, this distinctive property offers an increasingly difficult-to-find combination of accessibility, privacy, recreation and direct Madison River frontage. From the river corridor to the elevated terrain above, 279 N Beartrap Canyon Road is a uniquely Montana property with the freedom and setting to make it your own.
For sale
$1,200,000
279 N Bear Trap Canyon Rd, Norris, MT 59745
3beds
904sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2021
16.24 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,327/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern tiny homesRugged hillside terrainExpansive montana viewsRiverside picnic shelterRooftop deck accessRiverside fire pitStriking rock formations
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Horning 406-570-8901,
Aperture Global Real Estate
Source: Big Sky Country MLS,MLS#: 414513Originating MLS: Big Sky Country MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Propane, Radiant Floor, Solar
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 904
- Total interior livable area: 904 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 904
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek, River Front, River Access
Lot
- Size: 16.24 Acres
- Features: Adjacent To Public Land
Details
- Parcel number: 0018300400
- Zoning description: None/Unknown
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Modular/Prefab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Not Available, Septic Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Norris
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,327/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $3,471
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,1031 Exchange,3rd Party Financing
- Ownership: Full
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+0.4%$1,327/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #414513 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2022 | Sold | -- |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2022 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$1,322/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2022 | Price change | $1,195,000-7.7%$1,322/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2022 | Price change | $1,295,000-7.2%$1,433/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2022 | Price change | $1,395,000-6.7%$1,543/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$1,654/sqft |
Source: Big Sky Country MLS #371322 Report a problem | ||
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