Address
1061 Lookabout Lane, Manhattan, MT
Price
$ 2,000,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#414097
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyGallatin
  • CityManhattan
  • AreaGreater Manhattan
  • NeighborhoodGallatin River Ranch
  • Zip59741
  • Style
  • Year Built2001
  • Taxes$ 8591
  • Price$ 2,000,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms4
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage4775
  • Lot Size19.12 Acres
Data Source:
Big Sky Country MLS (BSCMLS)
Property Description

For the buyer searching for Montana the way Montana used to feel - wide open, quiet, and seemingly untouched. Perched above the Gallatin River on more than 19 acres at the end of the road, this Gallatin River Ranch property captures a landscape that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. The river winds through the valley below, the Tobacco Root Mountains rise across the western horizon, and wildlife moves through the surrounding ranchland. Here, sunsets stretch for miles, storms can be watched rolling across the valley, and the changing seasons transform the river bottom below. The meticulously maintained 4,700+ square foot Craftsman-style home was designed to bring that landscape in. Soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers and walls of windows frame the views throughout an open main level anchored by a generous kitchen and great room. Two gas fireplaces, multiple living spaces and thoughtful finishes create a home that feels equally suited to quiet mornings and a house full of guests. The main level primary suite offers direct access to the hot tub and those expansive western views, while the upper level suite provides flexibility as a fourth bedroom, private guest quarters or executive office. Downstairs, the walkout lower level opens through oversized sliders to the patio and landscaped grounds and includes two additional bedrooms- both en suite and one with a steam shower, plus a spacious family room with fireplace and wet bar. Outside, multiple gathering spaces make the most of the setting, from the tranquil waterfall and pergola to open acreage and skies that seem to go on forever. A 1,400 square foot heated and air-conditioned shop, completed in 2024, adds exceptional versatility with an epoxy floor, deep garage bays with RV storage and additional flex space ideal for an office, gym, studio or hobby room. Ownership in Gallatin River Ranch extends well beyond the property lines, with miles of roads and trails to explore and private Gallatin River access. Not currently set up for horses, the acreage offers room for fenced pasture, with boarding and riding also available at Gallatin River Ranch’s equestrian facility for an additional cost. It is a place that feels removed from what Montana is becoming, yet remains within easy reach of Manhattan, Bozeman and the airport. Lookabout Lane offers something increasingly rare: room to roam, water below, mountains beyond, and the kind of quiet that once defined Montana living.

Price History
8/23/2026 Listed $2,000,000

General Features

Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Forced Air,Propane
Cooling Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Utilities Propane,Septic Available,Water Available
Appliances Built-In Oven,Cooktop,Double Oven,Dryer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
HOA Fee 600
Garage Spaces 4
Association Fee Includes Road Maintenance,Snow Removal
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Deck,Patio
Year Built 2001
View Mountain(s),Rural,River,Creek/Stream,Valley
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Assoc Fee Paid Per Semi-Annually
County Gallatin
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Water
HOA true
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Gallatin River Ranch
Garage Y/N true
Other Structures Workshop
Full Baths 4
Status Active
Directions In Manhattan, take S Broadway over the railroad, L on W Railroad Ave (becomes Nixon Gulch), follow over the river, take left at Y onto Horseshoe Gulch, L on Lookabout Ln, follow to the end
ModificationTimestamp 2026-08-30T20:09:59.623-00:00
City Manhattan
Zoning Description Call Listing Agent for Details
MLS Area Greater Manhattan
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 832867.2
Tax Annual Amount 8591.79
MLS Area Minor 4MN - Manhattan Area N of I90
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity Manhattan
Legal Description GALLATIN RIVER RANCH, S28, T02 N, R03 E, LOT 61, ACRES 19.12, S2SW4NE4 COS 2028A

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments,Main Level Primary
Basement Bathroom,Bedroom,Rec/Family Area,Walk-Out Access
Flooring Hardwood,Partially Carpeted,Tile
Fireplace Features Basement
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Window Coverings
Fireplace Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 2727
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Bedroom,Dining Room,Full Bath,Garage,Half Bath,Kitchen,Laundry,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Family Room
LivingAreaSource Public Records
Total Baths 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Blacktop Driveway,Sprinkler/Irrigation,Landscaping
Horses No
Irrigation/Water Rights Yes
Parking Features Attached,Detached,Garage
Lot Features Adjacent To Public Land,Lawn,Landscaped,Sprinklers In Ground
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 19.12
Building Area Total 4775
Lot Size Acres 19.12
Road Surface Type Dirt,Gravel
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 59741

Price
AVG $1.39M
$2M
Taxes
AVG $5,919
$8,591
Year Built
AVG 1995
2001