If you've been searching for a property where you can build, restore, fabricate, collect, or finally have room for every project you've dreamed about, 1810 1/2 River Road deserves your attention. The centerpiece is an approx 4,000-square-foot, two-level shop that's increasingly hard to find in Missoula. With 200-amp electrical service, natural gas, oversized bay doors, and room that has previously accommodated multiple vehicles, it's built for serious work and serious hobbies. Whether you're restoring classic cars, welding, woodworking, running a fabrication business, storing recreational equipment, or simply want a workshop most people only imagine, this space is ready for it. The upper level has even generated rental income in the past, adding flexibility for future owners. The home itself is a thoughtfully rebuilt historic barn, renovated from the subfloor up in 2006 with updated plumbing, wiring, insulation, flooring, and roof. It offers the warmth and character of an older structure with the confidence of modern systems already in place. A near-new whole-house generator, on-demand water heater, city sewer, shared well, natural gas, and irrigated acreage mean the infrastructure is already here. You can spend your time creating instead of catching up on deferred maintenance. Outside, 0.74 irrigated acres provide room to garden, grow, keep animals, park trailers, or simply enjoy having elbow room without giving up convenient access to Missoula. Irrigation water has historically been dependable throughout the season, making the property especially attractive for hobby farming, market gardens, or anyone who values productive ground. An existing permit for an approximately 200-square-foot addition also gives the next owner an opportunity to expand the living space if desired. This is a property that rewards imagination. Mechanics see a dream shop. Car collectors see protected storage. Artists and makers see studio space. Outdoor enthusiasts see room for every toy, trailer, and adventure. Buyers looking for a conventional house may scroll past, but the right buyer will recognize just how difficult it is to find this combination of usable land, modern utilities, and commercial-scale workspace in one package. The photos will show you the buildings. They can't fully convey the scale of the shop until you're standing beneath the bay doors or the possibilities that come with seeing nearly 6,000 square feet of workspace in person. If you've been waiting for a property that fits the way you actually live and work, not just the number of bedrooms on paper, this is one you'll want to experience for yourself.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$705Price/Sq.Ft.
$35/moHOA Dues
6 car garageParking
Listed by Ashley Inglis• Engel & Völkers - Bozeman
River Road, located between Downtown Missoula and the Rattlesnake Valley, is a riverside and residential Missoula neighborhood with a cottonwood-lined corridor and frequent river views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Madison Street Bridge and the Riverfront Trail, where cyclists, dog-walkers, and anglers share the path beside slow-moving water. Housing reads as a mix of mid-century ranch homes, compact cottages, and newer infill tucked behind mature trees. Caras Park and Brennan’s Wave set the seasonal rhythm with festivals and surf sessions. The Wilma anchors the cultural calendar with touring acts in a restored marquee venue. The Clark Fork River keeps daily routines oriented to trails, parks, and open sky.
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Market insights
1810 1/2 River Rd · $575,000
DAYS ON MARKET
101 days
The average home goes pending in 75 days.
LIST PRICE
$575,000
Median sale price in this area is $597,420. (4% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High speed internet
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Range
Refrigerator
Freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Washer hookup
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Baseboard heating
Electric heating
Window unit cooling
Exterior features
Covered patio/porch
Spa / hot tub
Generator
Irrigation system
Shed(s)
Workshop
Irrigation water rights (canal/ditch)
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property type
Parking
6-car garage
Construction
Metal roof
Crawl space and concrete basement
Utilities
Shared well water
Public sewer
Natural gas available and connected
Electricity connected
Cable available
Phone available
HOA & community
HOA with $35 monthly fee (includes water)
Electricity and solar
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 92° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
26 unhealthy days expected this year, 32 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Missoula, MT • 59801
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Missoula. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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