Remarks: Price Reduced! * Owner recently laid a gravel parkway * Sitting on an overlook and the last house on the road, 951 Sandstone Gulch is the perfect home for raising a family, retiring from city life, or somewhere in between. Exceptional year-round views of the valley below and just 45 minutes from either Missoula or Hamilton. Built on 10 acres of solitude, this 3,750 SF home boasts 5 bedrooms for your family or guests. Skylights in nearly every room fill the house with natural light. On the main level there is a large, windowed office with great cell-service. High, vaulted ceilings and amazing custom built shop with drive-through bay doors meet all your warehousing needs - including a paint shop and mezzanine for socializing. This home features an open floorplan with two large living rooms for entertaining - enjoy some of the most rewarding views in the state from your northwest-facing deck. For the home chef, it features a large, open kitchen with two pantries and ample dining space. Sitting rooms and storage areas are abound throughout the home and a two car garage is attached. The above is only part of what makes this home an exceptional offering. Built in spring 2020 is a 38' wide, by 36' deep, and 16' tall at the trusses heated workshop. See the photos to imagine what you can build or accomplish within. Also inside is a 432 SF mezzanine for craftwork, creative work, or socializing. Well system was upgraded with a new pump and quality control unit in the last year; 1,000 gallon cistern has provided ample water supply for a family of six. To schedule a tour, call Warren Altounian at 406-550-2065 or your real estate professional.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
9.63 acresLot Size
$122Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Warren Altounian• Bannack Real Estate
Bought with Barbara Riley• PureWest Real Estate at Meadow Lake Columbia Falls
Bought with Tabatha Huisentruit• Howe Realty, Inc.
Remarks: Located in the secluded rolling hills of Florence, this home evokes a true sense of Montana pride. Surrounded by close mountain views, this property features 5.03 acres of land for freedom to garden and own animals. You'll be shocked upon entering this seemingly single story home. The 3,750sq feature 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, and an office to the left of the front door. The living room is large and open with high ceilings. Continuing further into the home, the kitchen and dining room also boast immense space and large windows with never ending views. On the first floor there are 3 bedrooms, one being the enormous master bedroom with high ceilings and a private bathroom. Upstairs there are 1 bedrooms and a beautiful walkway looking down onto the first floor living room, kitchen, and dining room. Also there is a 24' x 36' shop with large doors and a second floor for ample amounts of storage. This space is great for parking an RV or large working trucks. Make a visit to this wonderful secluded home and love the views as much as we do! Please call the Jason Baker Team at 406-552-1445 for more info or contact your real estate agent.
MRMLS #21710320
Aug 14, 2017
Listed
$359,900
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 2006
Sold
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Public Records
Nov 7, 2002
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,785 (−6.3%)
$85,142 + $516,358
$601,500
2024
$2,972 (+2.9%)
$85,142 + $516,358
$601,500
2023
$2,889 (+2.7%)
$57,578 + $410,822
$468,400
2022
$2,814 (+10.5%)
$57,578 + $410,822
$468,400
2021
$2,546 (+4.6%)
$30,696 + $333,360
$364,056
2020
$2,434 (+0.2%)
$30,696 + $285,710
$316,406
2019
$2,429 (+27.2%)
$31,257 + $258,800
$290,057
2018
$1,909 (+1.4%)
$31,257 + $258,800
$290,057
2017
$1,883 (+12.2%)
$29,363 + $229,537
$258,900
2016
$1,678 (+0.8%)
$29,363 + $229,537
$258,900
2015
$1,665 (−3.4%)
$34,121 + $204,079
$238,200
2014
$1,724
$34,121 + $204,079
$238,200
Tax history for 951 Sandstone Gulch
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,785 (−6.3%)
$85,142 + $516,358
$601,500
2024
$2,972 (+2.9%)
$85,142 + $516,358
$601,500
2023
$2,889 (+2.7%)
$57,578 + $410,822
$468,400
2022
$2,814 (+10.5%)
$57,578 + $410,822
$468,400
2021
$2,546 (+4.6%)
$30,696 + $333,360
$364,056
2020
$2,434 (+0.2%)
$30,696 + $285,710
$316,406
2019
$2,429 (+27.2%)
$31,257 + $258,800
$290,057
2018
$1,909 (+1.4%)
$31,257 + $258,800
$290,057
2017
$1,883 (+12.2%)
$29,363 + $229,537
$258,900
2016
$1,678 (+0.8%)
$29,363 + $229,537
$258,900
2015
$1,665 (−3.4%)
$34,121 + $204,079
$238,200
2014
$1,724
$34,121 + $204,079
$238,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Wood Siding, Metal Siding, Concrete, Stucco
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Well
Topography: Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Few Trees
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : 9.63
Lot Size Dimensions: 9.63
Lot Size Area: 9.63
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 9.63
Zoning Description: Unknown
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,688
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Take Eastside highway to 8 Mile Creek Road. Head east until road forks into Granite Creek Road. Take Granite Creek, make right at Sapphire Ridge Road. Follow until Sapphire Ridge turns into Crystal Loop, then Sandstone Gulch Rd. Sandstone Gulch Rd dead-ends at property. 4x4 vehicle may be required during winter.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,750
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Ravalli County
APN: 13-1870-14-1-01-08-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 2, 2026
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K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Florence-Carlton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.4mi
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Florence-Carlton 7-8
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
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Florence-Carlton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 90° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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30 unhealthy days expected this year, 41 days in 30 years
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