Discover the rare opportunity to create your dream waterfront retreat on beautiful Deer Island in Echo Lake. Situated on the desirable south end of the island, this exceptional lot offers approximately 175 feet of prime shoreline frontage with ideal southern exposure for all-day sunshine. Enjoy a natural sand beach, a gently sloping treed landscape, and stunning lake views that provide the perfect setting for a private cabin getaway. Electric service is conveniently available at the rear of the property, making future development even easier. Included with the sale is a 1/13 ownership interest in the shared mainland access lot, offering convenient parking, loading and unloading access, and use of the boat launch for effortless trips to and from the island. A truly unique chance to own a slice of waterfront paradise and build a one-of-a-kind lakeside escape. Be aware of new Montana property taxes rates - see documents.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Swan River School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Swan River 7-8
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Bigfork High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
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Waterfront on Echo Lake
Navigable water
Home design
Land
Sale and tax history for 716 Echo Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRMLS #30069544
Sep 28, 2026
Price Changed
$367,000
Jul 31, 2026
Price Changed
$387,000
Apr 29, 2026
Listed
$400,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,049 (−29.4%)
$366,600
2024
$1,486 (+2.0%)
$366,600
2023
$1,456 (+0.6%)
$291,900
2022
$1,448 (+2.1%)
$291,900
2021
$1,419 (−36.6%)
$219,000
2020
$2,236 (+3.0%)
$219,000
2019
$2,171 (+43.5%)
$321,600
2018
$1,513 (+3.4%)
$321,600
2017
$1,463
$211,680
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0.76 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Flathead County
APN
07-3836-08-1-01-09-0000
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Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
SAG-5
Suburban Agricultural District
A district to provide and preserve smaller agricultural functions and to provide a buffer between urban and unlimited agricultural uses, encouraging separation of such uses in areas where potential conflict of uses will be minimized, and to provide areas of estate type residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure-Other
Transportation
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 89° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bigfork, MT • 59911
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Bigfork. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.