Columbus Land for Sale

Welcome to Columbus, Montana – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Stillwater County! This charming city, known for its breathtaking landscapes and friendly community, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. With the stunning Beartooth Mountains as your backdrop, Columbus provides an ideal setting for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle while still being close to modern amenities.

Columbus is a vibrant community that celebrates its rich history and culture. The town is home to a variety of local shops, delightful eateries, and annual events that bring residents together. Whether you’re exploring the scenic Yellowstone River or enjoying a leisurely stroll through the picturesque downtown, there’s always something to capture your heart in this welcoming town.

If you’re looking to invest in land, you’re in luck! Columbus offers a selection of prime land for sale, perfect for building your dream home or establishing a serene getaway. With ample space and stunning views, these parcels of land provide the perfect canvas for your vision. Imagine waking up to the sound of birds chirping and the sight of rolling hills right outside your window.

The community is also conveniently located near larger cities, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment while still allowing you to enjoy the tranquility of rural living. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this enchanting area. Explore the available land for sale in Columbus, Montana, and discover the perfect spot to create lasting memories in a community that feels like home. Your Montana dream awaits!

Newest Columbus Land for Sale

$236,000

362507 MLS

Discover the possibilities with this 20.408-acre parcel just minutes from Columbus and Joliet! Recently surveyed directly off paved Highway 421, this property offers wide-open space, gently rolling terrain, and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're looking to build your dream home, establish a hobby farm, or simply enjoy having room to spread out, this acreage offers plenty of potential. Electricity runs along the highway, and neighboring properties have reported decent well production. Buyers are encouraged to verify groundwater availability and well information. Enjoy frequent visits from deer, elk, and other wildlife, with the Yellowstone and Stillwater Rivers nearby for fishing and recreation. Red Lodge, the Beartooth Mountains, and Yellowstone National Park are within reach for year-round adventures. Enjoy country living with convenient paved highway access! Property has recently been subdivided from a larger parcel. The Tax ID currently reflects the original parcel prior to subdivision and does not represent the individual tract being offered for sale. Tract 2 consists of 20.408 gross acres and 20.203 net acres, excluding the road easement, per recorded survey. Downed fence to be repaired by October 29th.

Tract 2 Highway 421, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Holly Hoagland from Pinnacle Property of Montana

$236,000

362301 MLS

Discover the possibilities with this 20.155-acre parcel just minutes from Columbus and Joliet! Recently surveyed with easy access directly off paved Highway 421, this property offers wide-open space, gently rolling terrain, and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're looking to build your dream home, establish a hobby farm, or simply enjoy having room to spread out, this acreage offers plenty of potential. Electricity runs along the highway, and neighboring properties have reported decent well production. Buyers are encouraged to verify groundwater availability and well information. Enjoy frequent visits from deer, elk, and other wildlife, with the Yellowstone and Stillwater Rivers nearby for fishing and recreation. Red Lodge, the Beartooth Mountains, and Yellowstone National Park are within reach for year-round adventures. Enjoy country living with convenient paved highway access! Property has recently been subdivided from a larger parcel. The legal description is currently incomplete and will be updated upon receipt of the finalized recording information. The Tax ID currently reflects the original parcel prior to subdivision and does not represent the individual tract being offered for sale. To be updated soon.

Tract 4 Highway 421, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Holly Hoagland from Pinnacle Property of Montana

$252,000

361454 MLS

5.25 acres. Minutes from Columbus with enough flexibility to build what actually fits your life. Start with the house, add a guest house, build the shop you’ve been wanting, or skip the traditional home altogether and go with a barndominium. This lot is approved for a primary residence and guest house, shops are welcome, utilities are available, and access is easy—taking some of the biggest questions out of buying bare land. You get real acreage without giving up the convenience of being close to town, along with the freedom to create a property that works the way you want it to. Land this usable, buildable, and close to Columbus isn't something that hits the market every day. Bring your plans and make the 5+ acres yours.

3 Twisted R Ranch Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Sean Russell from Parks Real Estate

$59,900

361300 MLS

Small Lot. Big Views. Big Potential. This is not your ordinary piece of ground! At 5,096 square feet, this unique triangular lot along Quarry Road in Columbus offers something that is getting harder to find: an opportunity to create something of your own in a town where location matters. The lot sits within the Residential Estate (RE) zoning district, so this one will take some creativity and planning. And then there are those Beartooth Mountain views—beautiful, wide-open and a reminder of why people love calling this part of Montana home. With easy access to everything Columbus has to offer, this could be the opportunity for someone willing to think outside the box and see the possibilities. Priced at $59,900, with annual property taxes of only $50, this is a rare chance to own a piece of Columbus at an entry point that could make the effort worthwhile. Bring your vision. Good wells in the area. This little triangle just might have a big story left to tell.

740 Quarry Rd, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Joyce Kelley from Parks Real Estate

$116,500

360730 MLS

Embrace the ultimate Montana dream with this 9.9-acre property at the foothills of the Beartooth Mountain Range just past Columbus MT and about 55 miles to Billings MT. This off-grid haven offers towering pines, dramatic views, and local wildlife. Perfect for a secluded private retreat or custom homestead. There is direct access from Lewis Trail to this lot. This lot is part of the Countryman Creek Ranch HOA Subdivision that provides private access to the Yellowstone River, and the Stillwater River is nearby. Plenty of easy access points for fishing, rafting or simply enjoying the rivers. Build your get-away home, dream home or park your camper and enjoy the great Montana outdoors. This lot was fire mitigated per the Forest Service Management guidelines. $208 annual HOA. www.countrymancreekhoa.com for HOA minutes, covenants and by laws.

TBD Lewis Trail, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Bryan Roach from Montana Real Estate Brokers

$149,000

360697 MLS

Discover the freedom of Montana country living on this exceptional 20± acre property with panoramic views of the Beartooth and Absaroka Mountain Ranges. A low-producing well (approximately 1 GPM) is already drilled and ready to supply a cistern, giving you a head start toward building your dream home. Approximately 20 acres are boundary fenced, making it ideal for horses or livestock. Cedar and juniper-covered coulees provide privacy, character, and excellent wildlife habitat where deer and antelope are frequent visitors. Enjoy wide open spaces for riding, recreation, or simply taking in Montana's breathtaking sunsets. A recorded road maintenance agreement runs with the property for year-round access. Whether you're ready to build now or invest for the future, this scenic acreage offers endless possibilities. "Walk in only. Park at the sign, enter through the gate on right. This is the only legal access."

TBD Trails End Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Daniel Patterson from Berkshire Hathaway HS Floberg

$99,900

360616 MLS

Wake up surrounded by pines, on this nearly 10 wooded acre property featuring varied terrain, mature trees, and privacy. The property's natural landscape creates multiple potential building sites, allowing you to choose the setting that best fits your vision. Would be great for a home with a walk-out basement, a cozy cabin retreat, or a custom residence tucked among the trees. Located on a county-maintained road for convenient year-round access. Enjoy exclusive community access to the Yellowstone River and 160 acres of common ground, providing outstanding opportunities for fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and outdoor recreation.

Lot 65 Countryman Creek Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Sean Russell from Parks Real Estate

$144,900

360634 MLS

End-of-the-road privacy, river frontage, and 20 acres of pure Montana potential. This rare offering combines space, seclusion, and natural beauty—making it an ideal setting for a cabin getaway, homesite, or long-term investment. Own a piece of Stillwater County with room to build, explore, and enjoy. Property includes access to a private subdivision riverfront area—great for picnics, relaxing by the water, or casting a line. With open skies, wildlife, and space to breathe, this property offers the freedom and lifestyle Montana is known for. Opportunities like this are becoming harder to find—don’t miss your chance.

TBD Sunrise Dr, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Brenda Wood from Epique, Inc., DBA Epique Realty

$160,000

360472 MLS

Discover your piece of paradise just 25 minutes outside of Columbus, Montana. With stunning terrain, well-maintained roads, and electric access, this 20-acre property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and community. Surrounded by beautiful homes and abundant wildlife, including elk. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own your slice of Montana's natural beauty and peaceful living. Invest in this property today and start building your dream home or cabin, or barndominium. Seize this opportunity to make your vision a reality outside Columbus, Montana. Bearpaw Ranch HOA, bearpawranch.org, Contact Charlene Wilson, HOA Board Secretary- 406-426-1475 Property Type- VAC_R - Vacant Land - Rural HOA Yearly fee $147.00

TBD TBD Antelope Drive, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Patti Baisch from Keller Williams Yellowstone Pr

$119,500

360399 MLS

TBD Lewis Trail, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Bryan Roach from Montana Real Estate Brokers

$220,000

360233 MLS

Aggressively priced and ready for your Montana vision, this improved Columbus property offers peaceful rural privacy, stunning sunsets, panoramic Beartooth Mountain views, and valuable infrastructure already in place. Power has been run from the road to the level building site, with additional power available at the shop. A 6-inch domestic well has been drilled, and a year-round natural spring adds potential for livestock, irrigation, landscaping, wildlife, and land enjoyment. The property also features a chicken coop and abundant wildlife passing through. Build your dream home, create a recreational retreat, or invest in Montana land with a serious head start. Properties with power, a drilled well, spring, shop, and views like this are hard to find at this price. Whether you envision a forever home, recreational retreat, hobby farm, or long-term Montana investment, this is it!

69 N Fork Eagle Mountain Road, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Burke Tyree from Tyree Real Estate Inc

NHN 1677.96 Acres - HWY 421 and Joliet Rd, Columbus

$5,534,100

360041 MLS

1,677+/-; acres of Montana opportunity. This rare property offers over a mile of Yellowstone River frontage and approximately 641+/-; acres of adjoining state land access, creating an unmatched setting for recreation, ranching, or future development. Enjoy fishing, hunting, ATV riding, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking scenery right outside your door. Natural springs, rolling terrain, and expansive views provide the perfect backdrop for a private retreat, ranch headquarters, or dream home. Surrounded by large ranching operations, the property also offers grazing potential and wide-open space to explore. Whether you're looking to build, invest, recreate, or expand an agricultural operation, opportunities of this size and diversity are becoming increasingly rare. Experience the Yellowstone River, abundant wildlife, and the freedom of owning 1,677 +/-; acres of Montana land.

NHN 1677.96 Acres - HWY 421 and Joliet Rd, Columbus

Listing courtesy of Amber Uhren from Realty Billings

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