The Montana Wishlist! This property situates in one of the prettiest drainages between Gallatin Gateway and Big Sky-----Little Bear. This area is highly coveted, worldwide, as is exemplified by the local land ownership. This quaint little homestead is nestled on 5 beautiful acres just above the confluence of Little Bear Creek and Big Bear Creek. The property is served by a shared private road with 7 Ranges and remains very private. The ranch home is modest but could be fixed up or used as a guest home or a manager's quarters. Come enjoy the beauty and privacy of Little Bear!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$321Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by John Angst• Vellinga Real Estate
Listed by Cory Vellinga• Vellinga Real Estate
Bought with Amber Stacy• Berkshire Hathaway - Bozeman
Est. $3,126 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 15815 Portnell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 1, 2026
Sold
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BSCMLS #406160
Jun 1, 2026
Sold
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Jan 21, 2026
Contingent
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Oct 30, 2025
Price Changed
$895,000
$321/sq ft
Oct 2, 2025
Listed
$985,000
$354/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 2009
Sold
—
Public Records
Jun 28, 2001
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$919 (−42.4%)
$3,393 + $318,800
$322,193
2024
$1,595 (+5.2%)
$3,393 + $318,800
$322,193
2023
$1,515 (+14.1%)
$2,966 + $324,450
$327,416
2022
$1,328 (+0.9%)
$2,966 + $324,450
$327,416
2021
$1,317 (+1.1%)
$2,782 + $208,540
$211,322
2020
$1,302 (+2.2%)
$2,782 + $208,540
$211,322
2019
$1,274 (+5.0%)
$2,994 + $177,140
$180,134
2018
$1,213 (+9.3%)
$2,994 + $177,140
$180,134
2017
$1,110
$3,049 + $155,180
$158,229
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,227
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gallatin County
APN
06-0697-25-4-03-10-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Has Carport
Parking Features: Gravel, Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Barbed Wire, Partial, Pipe, Split Rail
Building Information
Direction Faces: South
Sq. Ft.: 2784
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,392
Levels: One
Property Features
Has View
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaped
Lot Size : 5
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5
Zoning Description: None/Unknown
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,594.70
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Go south of Gallatin Gateway approximately 2 miles south on HWY 191 then left on Little Bear Road for 1.75 miles. When road makes sharp turn to right, go straight. Property is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Other
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,227
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Gallatin County
APN: 06-0697-25-4-03-10-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: BigSkyCountryMls
Around this home
Schools
Gallatin Gateway School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
Gallatin Gateway 7-8
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
Gallatin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.4mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 84° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gallatin Gateway, MT • 59730
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 11% for direct sun exposure in Gallatin Gateway. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.5 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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