Introducing 158 Open Buckle Road —a captivating 1-bedroom, 2 bath property nestled in the picturesque countryside between Great Falls and Fairfield. This charming home, accompanied by a detached garage, offers stunning views of valleys, meadows, and the Rocky mountains. Inside, you'll discover a cozy bedroom, a comfortable living area with panoramic windows, and a well-designed kitchen. Step outside to immerse yourself in the natural beauty that surrounds the property. With its serene location, this is an ideal haven for those seeking tranquility. Embrace a lifestyle that combines the best of nature with the comforts of home. Also! if you work form home the property does include fiber optic internet! Schedule a showing today and check out the 3-D tour! Call Seth Haak 1(406)231-9098 or you real estate professional.
Remarks: VIEWS! Marvel at 360 degrees of the most dramatic and captivating landscape with the Little Belts to the west, Square Butte directly south, and a series of peaks, valleys, and prairies in all directions! Take in a deep breath and unwind on almost 10 glorious acres located between the city of Great Falls and the sweet little town of Fairfield. This newer one bedroom one and a half bath handcrafted hideaway offers stainless steel appliances, a wood burning stove, wood floors and custom-built kitchen cabinetry. Naturally lit with an open floor plan, the sun will kiss you good morning and tuck you in at night. Paradise awaits! Listed by Polly Pearson and Abby Williams.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,041 (−21.0%)
$99,070 + $225,930
$325,000
2024
$2,583 (+16.6%)
$99,070 + $225,930
$325,000
2023
$2,216 (+32.2%)
$64,444 + $208,056
$272,500
2022
$1,676 (+21.7%)
$64,444 + $177,756
$242,200
2021
$1,377 (+3.7%)
$42,720 + $129,780
$172,500
2020
$1,328 (+0.6%)
$33,800 + $107,100
$140,900
2019
$1,321 (+14.7%)
$35,000 + $95,300
$130,300
2018
$1,151 (+114.9%)
$35,000 + $95,300
$130,300
2017
$536
$37,000
Tax history for 158 Open Buckle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,041 (−21.0%)
$99,070 + $225,930
$325,000
2024
$2,583 (+16.6%)
$99,070 + $225,930
$325,000
2023
$2,216 (+32.2%)
$64,444 + $208,056
$272,500
2022
$1,676 (+21.7%)
$64,444 + $177,756
$242,200
2021
$1,377 (+3.7%)
$42,720 + $129,780
$172,500
2020
$1,328 (+0.6%)
$33,800 + $107,100
$140,900
2019
$1,321 (+14.7%)
$35,000 + $95,300
$130,300
2018
$1,151 (+114.9%)
$35,000 + $95,300
$130,300
2017
$536
$37,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
780
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cascade County
APN
02-3135-21-4-04-03-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
MU-20
Mixed Use-20 District
The MU-20 District is intended to provide for exurban residential development and mixed uses along major transportation and amenity corridors. The District serves as a buffer zone between denser MU development and less dense, more intensive use in the A District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Fire house
Police station
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Meadow
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 9.46
Lot Size Area: 9.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 9.46
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,676.39
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Cistern
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Drive to Open Buckle Rd. Turn right at the first cross street onto Dracut Hill Rd, then turn left onto Open Buckle Rd. Follow Open Buckle Road for about 1.5 miles and you'll find the property on your right.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 780
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: —
County: Cascade County
APN: 02-3135-21-4-04-03-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: GreatFallsAssociationOfRealtors
Listing and Selling Team Information
List Team Name: Five Talents Realty Group
Around this home
Schools
Fort Shaw Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.1mi
8/10
Sun River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.1mi
5/10
Simms High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.1mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vaughn, MT • 59487
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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