THE RIVER HOUSE | GARDINER, MONTANA — Some properties are defined by square footage. The River House is defined by its location. Set directly on the banks of the Yellowstone, just 10.5 miles north of Gardiner and minutes from Yellowstone National Park, this one-of-a-kind property offers something increasingly difficult to find: privacy, space, mature landscaping, and genuine river access—with exceptional potential as a distinctive Yellowstone-area vacation rental. With approximately 3,700 square feet and four bedrooms, the home has the scale to comfortably gather family and friends while still offering plenty of room to retreat. The open kitchen and dining area create an easy social hub, anchored by a dramatic rock fireplace, while separate living and family rooms provide relaxed spaces for conversation, reading, movies, or simply watching the river roll by. The primary suite has been thoughtfully updated and features a generous dual walk-in shower & sliding glass doors that open directly onto the river-facing deck—an exceptional place for morning coffee, late-night stargazing, or listening to the Yellowstone after everyone else has gone to bed. The family room also opens to the back deck, blurring the line between indoors and out. From there, it’s only steps to the river’s edge. No driving to the river. No searching for access. No driving to the river. No searching for access. It’s right outside your door. The setting feels like a private oasis, with mature trees framing a spacious lawn, established landscaping, underground sprinklers, and a pond with waterfall creating an unexpectedly lush retreat in the Montana landscape. For a buyer interested in the short-term rental market, the potential here is significant. Four bedrooms, multiple gathering spaces, direct Yellowstone River access, and proximity to the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park create the kind of property vacation guests actively seek but can seldom find. With the right furnishings, design, and positioning, The River House has the bones to become a truly memorable destination property — one that offers far more than simply a place to sleep near the park, all approximately 10 minutes from Yellowstone National Park and 90 minutes from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
1.56 acresLot Size
$349Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sarah Swanson• ERA Landmark Real Estate Livingston
The River House is located in a country setting 10.5 miles north of Gardiner on the banks of the Yellowstone River. It's being sold as a fully equipped VR home. This 3700 SF home offers 4B, 2BTH, a fully equipped kitchen, large dining room with rock fireplace, family room, living room and a large laundry facility in the walkout basement. Master Bedroom Suite has newly remodeled bathroom with a dual walk-in shower, and sliding glass doors that open onto the deck overlooking the River. Open space kitchen and dining room allows for cooking and easy conversation. The front living room is spacious and comfortable. Cozy family room has sliding glass doors that open to the back deck overlooking the Yellowstone River offering a tranquil space for family and friends. The River’s edge is just steps away where there are several good fishing holes. The spacious front yard has large mature trees, a pond with waterfall and beautiful landscaping with UGS. 90 min. from Bozeman Airport, 10 min. to YNP.
Public Records
Jan 31, 2014
Sold
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Public Records
May 2, 2011
Sold
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Public Records
Nov 4, 2005
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,680 (−11.3%)
$668,452 + $497,580
$1,166,032
2024
$4,149 (+4.5%)
$668,452 + $497,580
$1,166,032
2023
$3,971 (+16.1%)
$558,455 + $391,050
$949,505
2022
$3,421 (+2.6%)
$558,455 + $391,050
$949,505
2021
$3,335 (+14.8%)
$297,388 + $353,780
$651,168
2020
$2,904 (+2.4%)
$297,388 + $352,310
$649,698
2019
$2,838 (−6.3%)
$201,566 + $286,440
$488,006
2018
$3,027 (+2.8%)
$201,566 + $286,440
$488,006
2017
$2,945 (+38.3%)
$238,491 + $241,970
$480,461
2016
$2,129 (−10.7%)
$238,491 + $241,970
$480,461
2015
$2,383 (+6.6%)
$120,425 + $256,375
$376,800
2014
$2,236
$120,425 + $256,375
$376,800
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.56 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,042
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,042
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Park County
APN
49-0259-12-3-01-06-0000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 88° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gardiner, MT • 59030
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Sun exposure
75/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.