196 Upper Flat Rd
Columbus, MT 59019
Black Forest Ranch · Land For Sale · 1,124.00 AC

Discover one of Montana’s best conserved properties with the inaugural offering of Stillwater Development, spanning 1,124 +/- acres along the Yellowstone River Valley. This prime development and ranchland is situated amongst rolling hills within the Yellowstone Ecosystem and features pristine and diverse terrain with two platted and improved subdivisions. Stillwater is a tapestry of big and beautiful western scenes of nature, canyon land, old growth pine trees, expansive grass meadows, abundant wildlife and beautiful mountain views; and is conveniently located less than five miles from the town of Columbus and in close proximity to Billings (45 miles) Red Lodge (30 miles) and Bozeman (100 miles). Offering extensive road frontage, utilities, elevated water storage and beautiful scenic landscape along Yellowstone River Valley, Stillwater Development features 360-degree territorial views of Absaroka-Beartooth and Crazy Mountains. Significant water resources on the property include artesian springs and water distribution / storage throughout in a system integrating four productive wells. The Stillwater land holding offers a vast appeal to investors, sportsmen and conservationists. This investment property is charming and versatile with founding visions of a distinguished conservation preserve community, equestrian home or private gathering place for both families and investors. Mule Deer, White Tail Deer, Turkey and Elk roam this beautiful Montana ranch and create a perfect habitat to create a hunting and recreational expedition and private retreats across wide open spaces. Mineral rights are also available. As a part of Stillwater Development, Country Haven Subdivision is situated on the northern tip of the property and includes 760 +/- acres and homesites, ranging in size from 4 – 29 +/- acres, with a gorgeous canyon and developed springs, a freshwater pond for swimming, in addition to power, telephone and natural gas with a permitted septic system and an elevated water storage that gravity feeds the parcels. Whispering Pines subdivision is located on the southern side of the property and includes 18 lots ranging in size from 4 – 16 +/- acres. Both subdivisions are supported by four productive wells – permitted as a public water system. The massive amount of water on site also allows for a second phase for each subdivision. Agriculturally, the ranch currently maintains 180 +/- acres of alfalfa grass and dryland hay with grazing of 100 animal units annually. Building sites have been approved by the county and current land research in the area indicates a modest reduction in building development, conservation easements and significant tax benefits. Also, an initial feasibility analysis has been conducted on the property. The town of Columbus is nestled along the north bank of the Yellowstone river and is located approximately 40 miles west of Montana’s largest city, Billings. The charming community offers an array of recreational activities and is known to be a “fisherman’s paradise.” The town also serves as a gateway to the Absaroka-Beartooth Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. Located within the city limits, residents and visitors enjoy local amenities including parks, a golf course, Woltermann Memorial Airport, library and a museum, as well as fantastic dining, casinos, entertainment, lodging and shopping. Stillwater Development certainly has great potential to be one of the most desirable communities in the area.