HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Propane, Space Heater(s)
BasementYes
ViewCanal, City Lights, Hills, Lake, Meadow, Mountain(s), Pasture, Ski Area, Creek/Stream
MLS #30006807
Lot Size22.85 Acres
StatusActive
About 3680 Merritt Ln
For the first time ever offered for sale, the Merritt Ranch Homestead in the Prickly Pear Valley now known as the Helena Valley. This property was homesteaded by Theodore Barstow Merritt (TB Merritt) in 1866, 33 years before Montana became a state. Over the years the original Merritt ranch was divided up among children leaving 22.8 acres with the original home and log barn to the late Jay and Sharron Merritt. Currently the property is set up with two irrigated hay fields, one on each side of the house and buildings. The house has been added onto and remodeled over the years to a now 5 bed, 2 bath comfortable rancher hidden behind the cottonwoods trees that were originally planted in the 1860’s. This is one of if not The oldest homestead in the Helena Valley still owned by the original family. Here is your chance to own a piece of Montana History in the beautiful Helena Valley. Listed by Cody Bahny and Greg Bahny. For the first time ever offered for sale, the Merritt Ranch Homestead in the Prickly Pear Valley now known as the Helena Valley. This property was homesteaded by Theodore Barstow Merritt (TB Merritt) in 1866, proved up on February 14th, 1877 and a final homestead deed was signed and issued by President Chester Arthur in 1882 (7 years before Montana became a state) and will transfer to the new owner of this almost 23 acre ranch. Many preserved historic elements still exist to recall the Merritt’s warm hospitality and enduring legacy including part of the original home built when TB and his wife first moved here. Over the years the original Merritt ranch was divided up among children leaving 22.8 acres with the original home and log barn to the late Jay and Sharron Merritt. Over the years this property has provided for 7 generations producing cattle, hogs, grass hay, alfalfa, wheat, barely, potatoes, peas, sugar beets and more. Currently the property is set up with two irrigated hay fields, one on each side of the house and buildings. The original barn that was built well over 100 years ago still stands today as a functional tool to this ranch along with many other buildings that were a necessity over the years including a hog barn, bunk house and more. The house has been added onto and remodeled over the years to a now five bedroom, two bathroom comfortable rancher hidden behind the cottonwoods trees that were originally planted in the 1860’s. This is one of if not The oldest homestead in the Helena Valley still owned by the original family. Here is your chance to own a piece of Montana History in the beautiful Helena Valley.
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The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
6
/10
Warren School
2690 Old York Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.92 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
4
/10
Helena Middle School
1025 N Rodney St
Distance between this listing and this school8.28 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
5
/10
Helena High School
1300 Billings Ave
Distance between this listing and this school8.06 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Warren School
2690 Old York Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.92 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Rossiter School
1497 Sierra Rd E
Distance between this listing and this school5.56 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
4
/10
Radley Elementary School
226 E Clinton St
Distance between this listing and this school5.99 miles
Public District Grades 2-5
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Helena Middle School
1025 N Rodney St
Distance between this listing and this school8.28 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
5
/10
East Valley Middle School
401 East Kalispell
Distance between this listing and this school5.88 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
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C R Anderson Middle School
1200 Knight St
Distance between this listing and this school9.11 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Helena High School
1300 Billings Ave
Distance between this listing and this school8.06 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Capital High School
100 Valley Dr
Distance between this listing and this school8.34 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $78,125. Most Helena, MT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3680 Merritt Ln
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 3680 Merritt Ln property is $1,150,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 3680 Merritt Ln is a house located in Helena, Montana, 59602.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 3680 Merritt Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 3680 Merritt Ln are: Warren School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Helena Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Helena High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,700 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 3680 Merritt Ln has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 3680 Merritt Ln is 2,094 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 3680 Merritt Ln is 1880.
This home is located at 3680 Merritt Ln in Helena, MT and zip code 59602. This 2,094 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 22.85 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 01, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,150,000.
Over 6 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2024 in Helena, MT. In the same period over 23 listings were sold below the listed price and 12 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Helena, MT increased by 6.9% between February 2024 and March 2024. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 68 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $449,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.