Remarks: If simple things make life sweeter, its time to enjoy life from a rocking chair on the front porch of this historic landmark farmhouse surrounded by wide open spaces and mountain views! Situated in Lower Valley at the end of a tree lines private drive, this 5 bedroom, 2 bath, 3 story home on 20 acres is one of very few remaining in the Flathead Valley. Along with a detached 3 car garage and shop area you will find a newer charming red barn for horses and livestock. With 20 acres, no zoning and no covenants you really can live the lifestyle you been dreaming of surrounded by open farm land yet 15 minutes to Kalispell or Bigfork.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
20 acresLot Size
$328Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Sandy OConnell• PureWest Real Estate - Lakeside
Bought with Sandy OConnell• PureWest Real Estate - Lakeside
Remarks: Driving through the huge Cottonwoods as you approach the century old farmhouse, you feel like you're stepping back in time. The front porch welcomes you into the beauty & ease of a large farmhouse surrounded by fresh air & expansive 360 * views of the Flathead Valley. This 3-story farmhouse beckons you in to enjoy life at its best. There's plenty of room for a family to stretch out in its 4 bedrooms & finished attic. While you're soaking in the claw foot tub, you can gaze out at the snowcapped peaks of Glacier Nat'l Park. Sitting at the kitchen table you can watch the sun rising over the Swan Range, as you drink your morning coffee. Relax in bed with the peaceful view of the broad fields yielding way to a ribbon view of the Flathead Lake. The cottonwoods seem to whisper in the breeze, as you sit on the front porch. There is plenty of room for livestock of any kind. The back door entry allows room for coats boots and mitten to be neatly left behind during the winter or muddy garden shoes in the spring. The covered veranda off the large kitchen is the spot to enjoy a summer barbeque. A glass of wine by the fire on the patio, surrounded by lilacs, peonies and the purple mountains is a perfect end to your day. Thanksgiving dinner around the table in the dining room can be picture perfect every year. Insulated, rewired and re-plumbed, the home has just enough modern conveniences to make life easier, while leaving all the ambiance of the 100 year old intricate door knobs, 9 ft ceilings, original transoms, a large parlor pocket door, wood floors, plastered walls, incredible woodwork, 5-paneled doors, leaded glass windows, a beautiful wide staircase and still. .. the promise of "good old days on the farm". This house is conveniently located 4 miles from Somers. 7 miles from Bigfork and 12 miles from Kalispell, with only 40 minutes drive to Glacier Int'l Airport.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,138 (−15.3%)
$7,225 + $846,040
$853,265
2024
$3,704 (+4.7%)
$7,225 + $846,040
$853,265
2023
$3,539 (−3.8%)
$6,399 + $660,770
$667,169
2022
$3,679 (−0.5%)
$6,399 + $660,770
$667,169
2021
$3,696 (+30.5%)
$6,027 + $501,915
$507,942
2020
$2,832 (+4.9%)
$5,552 + $502,390
$507,942
2019
$2,699 (+5.3%)
$56,479 + $295,810
$352,289
2018
$2,563 (+67.2%)
$56,479 + $295,810
$352,289
2017
$1,533 (+3.5%)
$50,614 + $266,320
$316,934
2016
$1,481 (+4.3%)
$50,614 + $151,990
$202,604
2015
$1,420 (−1.8%)
$47,346 + $144,620
$191,966
2014
$1,446
Tax history for 3695 Lower Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,138 (−15.3%)
$7,225 + $846,040
$853,265
2024
$3,704 (+4.7%)
$7,225 + $846,040
$853,265
2023
$3,539 (−3.8%)
$6,399 + $660,770
$667,169
2022
$3,679 (−0.5%)
$6,399 + $660,770
$667,169
2021
$3,696 (+30.5%)
$6,027 + $501,915
$507,942
2020
$2,832 (+4.9%)
$5,552 + $502,390
$507,942
2019
$2,699 (+5.3%)
$56,479 + $295,810
$352,289
2018
$2,563 (+67.2%)
$56,479 + $295,810
$352,289
2017
$1,533 (+3.5%)
$50,614 + $266,320
$316,934
2016
$1,481 (+4.3%)
$50,614 + $151,990
$202,604
2015
$1,420 (−1.8%)
$47,346 + $144,620
$191,966
2014
$1,446
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.