5631 Prospect Dr, Missoula, MT 59808

When Missoula's premier builder, Edgell Building constructed this home for the current owners, everyone involved knew something special had happened. Located in the Prospect area of Missoula's lower Grant Creek area, the property is just minutes from the Montana Snowbowl, the local ski hill featuring over 2500 feet of vertical drop and acres of incredible terrain. Grant Creek is also home to amazing hiking and biking trails, a winter elk herd, and magnificent mountain views. Just minutes from Missoula's North Reserve retail area, living in Grant Creek offers a lifestyle second-to-none. This one-owner home has been meticulously cared for, beginning with the impeccable landscaping. Mature trees that have been professionally maintained, and perennials that bloom from spring to late summer create a private, outdoor oasis where enjoying the quiet hammock or hot tub is a pleasure. Because the home backs to a large neighborhood common area just beyond the charming split-rail fence, the uphill lot enjoys plenty of privacy. The irrigation system is also professionally maintained and reaches just a touch into the common area for added weed control. For the extroverts - the welcoming front porch is a wonderful spot to enjoy the views of the mountains while meeting the neighbors. Inside, the ongoing care and updating of the home is immediately obvious. Beautiful wood floors were installed throughout the main level in 2022. The open living/dining area is full of large windows with gracious plantation shades, while the cozy eating area off the kitchen has direct access to the lush backyard. The kitchen recently received a new sink, new stone counter tops, refrigerator, dishwasher and freshly painted cabinetry, while the en suite bathroom in the primary bedroom upstairs was updated with new tile, shower door, and a stylish barn door for privacy. There are two additional bedrooms on the upper level, as well as a second full bathroom. Just steps below the main level is the spacious fifth bedroom, currently serving as a den, complete with a quaint freestanding gas stove and built-in desk with cabinets. There is another bathroom on this level, as well as the laundry which is outfitted with newer washer and dryer. Access to the oversized, attached garage is on this level as well. The Gorilla Racks and built-in shelving in the garage are included. Finally, the basement level of the home features one additional bedroom as well as an inviting family room that currently serves as a studio space. This level, which was finished by Edgell Building in 2007, has built-in cabinets and bookshelves, a wet bar, supplemental electric heat and tons of additional storage. This one-owner home has never lacked for care. The exterior has been repainted, the roof and gutters replaced, a new water heater installed, and the furnace and AC serviced twice per year. Homes like this one are keepers.