




60 Idle Hour Way, Clinton, MT, 59825
About This Home
Located 22 miles up the scenic Rock Creek drainage, this 1-bedroom plus spacious loft, 1-bath cabin sits on 3.51 private acres with Forest Service land bordering the property — offering unmatched privacy, abundant wildlife, and direct access to thousands of acres of Montana backcountry. Rock Creek is one of Montana's premier blue-ribbon trout streams, and this property places you just 800 yards from the bank. World-class fly fishing for wild cutthroat and brown trout, summer swimming, and some of the most scenic water in the West — all within walking distance of your front door. Designed for comfortable off-grid living, powered by solar panels and a propane generator. The main floor features an open concept living and dining area, one bedroom, full bath, and a well-appointed kitchen complete with a wood cooktop stove, propane range, ample cabinetry and pantry space. Upstairs, a spacious loft with balcony provides additional sleeping quarters and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and timber. A large enclosed back porch with workbench provides excellence space for gear, storage, hobbies, and entertaining after a day outdoors. Most furnishings are included, making this a true turnkey retreat — arrive Friday and be fishing by the weekend. Opportunities to own a property with Rock Creek access, Forest Service adjacency, and off-grid self-sufficiency at this price point are exceptionally rare.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating
- Heating features: Propane,Stove
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 46167006209040000
- Zoning description: None
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator,List Available
Features
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch,Covered,Deck,Screened,Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony,Propane Tank - Leased
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meadow,Mountain(s),Trees/Woods
- Topography of land: Varied
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 3.51 Acres
- Features: Meadow,Views,Wooded
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
- Avalanche
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Granite County and Montana
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,502 | $30,024 |
| Home Insurance | $160 | $1,920 |
| Property Taxes | $119 | $1,428 |
| Electricity | $151 | $1,812 |
| Total | $2,932 | $35,184 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $495,000 |
| 2024-09-30 | Listing removed | $499,900 |
| 2024-05-29 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2023-11-28 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-07-28 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2021-01-03 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-03-23 | Listed for sale | $289,000 |
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