6961 W Fork Rd, Darby, MT, 59829
About This Home
Location, Access and Recreation. Rustic cabin, guest quarters gazebo and metal shop are ready for it's next chapter. A 980 sq ft wood sided cabin with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, updated with wood floors and large picture windows, sits among towering trees on a 1.68 acre parcel bordering Forest Service with access and short walk to a quiet stretch of the West Fork River. The cabin has washer dryer hookups, storage room and covered porches to store your split wood for the wood stove. Dry gazebo guesthouse has 2 bedrooms, large covered entertaining space and full bathroom for future expansion. 1300 sq ft metal shop has three bays, one a tall pull through for your RV or boat. The cabin is in the heart of the West Fork, Painted Rocks Lake is only 7 miles away on pavement and the Nez Perce Road is .7 miles, providing access to the Nez Perce recreational corridor and Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. Recreational opportunities abound here; hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, kayaking, atvs and just simple relaxing. Groceries and espresso are 20 minutes away in Darby, MT. Buyers and their Agents have a duty to perform due diligence to their satisfaction and verification of property information. This information is provided by public sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the listing agent or WRB.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Water Softener
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,270 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 13096931101050000
- Special condition: Probate Listing
Features
- Stories: 1
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 1.68 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
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
- Wildfire
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Winter Weather
- Avalanche
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ravalli 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 | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance | $191 | $2,292 |
| Property Taxes | $129 | $1,548 |
| Electricity | $151 | $1,812 |
| Total | $3,378 | $40,536 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-18 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
View on Zillow