$5,498,750

285/280 Shady Ln Bigfork, MT 59911

2 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,523 sqft
5.7 acres
$2,179 / sqft
House

Property details

About 285/280 Shady Ln

Shady Lane River Ranch awaits your western lifestyle. Imagine yourself in the main level ranch house on expansive Swan River with the alpenglow warming the majestic Swan Mountains as your background. The trappers cabin was built onsite in the 1940s and has seamlessly been incorporated into the home with two separate additions to the ranch house. Cozy fireplaces greet you in the great room and dining area warming both hearth and heart. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of prep room and modern appliances. The study offers an opportunity for privacy and quiet contemplation with a screened-in porch and sauna beyond the terrace. The grand primary bedroom offers the glow of the stove and numerous built-ins. Step out onto the terrace to the bunkroom, sauna, and secret garden. Guests will enjoy their separate quarters adjacent to the meadow, arena, corrals, barn, seasonal stream, and pond. North boundary is 100 acres of Montana State Trust Land. Mostly furnished guest house utilized as short-term rental. Two amazing homes for you to choose: main house on waterfront and log secondary dwelling near your four-footed friends, corrals and shelter. Main house offers two bedrooms and three baths with 2,523 sq. ft. Guest house offers two bedrooms and one bath with 1,002 sq ft. Two RV hook-ups for additional income producing opportunities. Water Rights for Swan River, pond, and artesian well. Owner finance possible. A short drive to the amenities of Bigfork Village. Lifestyle opportunities in the Bob Marshall, Jewel Basin, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Blacktail, and Glacier National Park. The cities of Kalispell and Whitefish are within range for supplies. Need to get out of Dodge? Glacier Park International Airport is your gateway to the world beyond. Call Denise Lang (406-249-1758) or your real estate professional.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Propane, Radiant Floor, Radiant, Other, Wood Stove, Zoned
StatusActive
Size2,523 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size5.73 Acres
Year built1975
ParkingAdditional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
MLS #30046169
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontNavigable Water, Pond, River Access, Seasonal, Stream, Waterfront
ViewMeadow, Mountain(s), Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods

Summary

  • MLS Number: 30046169
  • MLS Name: MTR
  • Office Name: Glacier Sotheby's International Realty Bigfork
  • Office Phone: (406) 837-6100
  • Office Email: tburk@glaciersir.com
  • Listing Agent: Denise S Lang

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Nearby schools

7

Swan River School

Public District PK-6

3.6 mi

1205 Swan Hwy

6

Bigfork Elementary School

Public District PK-6

4.4 mi

600 Commerce St

8

Lakeside Elementary School

Public District PK-4

11.4 mi

255 Adams St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,646. Typical income of Bigfork, MT residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
47%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • OldiesOldies
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About 285/280 Shady Ln

This home is located at 285/280 Shady Ln in Bigfork, MT and zip code 59911. This 2,523 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 5.73 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $5,498,750.

In March 2025 more than 0 listings in Bigfork, MT were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Bigfork, MT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 26%. In March 2025 median list price was $857,000 and the average listing age was 240 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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