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    2280 North Fork Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

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    160 acres with lake, ponds, home, and event potential.

    Type:Land
    Lot size:
    160.00 Acres
    Added:
    Sep 23, 2023
    Days on Market:
    973
    Last Refresh:
    May 13 at 12:43 am

    Property Features for 2280 North Fork Road

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    160.00 Acres
    Property subtype
    Land

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    Listing Contact
    Amy Bain-Wilson

    Listing agent Amy Bain-Wilson License #RRE-BRO-LIC-69997

    Listing office Glacier Sotheby's International Realty

    Listing date Sep 23, 2023

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    HighLights

    • Private 17‑acre lake and four ponds on 160 acres surrounded by National Forest.
    • No zoning or covenants, offering endless possibilities for use.
    • Existing shop with a one‑bedroom, one‑bath home.
    • Power, road system, and trails already in place.
    • Gazebo near the lake, ideal for events.
    • Close proximity to Columbia Falls (less than 5 miles), Whitefish, Glacier National Park, and Glacier International Airport.

    Overview

    This property features 160 acres of land, including a 17-acre lake and four ponds, surrounded by National Forest. A gazebo near the lake provides a backdrop for events, suggesting potential as an event venue. The property includes power, a road system, trails, and a shop with a one-bedroom, one-bath home above. The existing home could serve as a residence or caretaker's quarters. The property has no zoning or covenants. It is located less than 5 miles from Columbia Falls, and a short drive to Whitefish, Glacier National Park, and Glacier International Airport.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Recreation land

    Suggested Use

    Hotel & Motel Real Estate Agency

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Columbia Falls
    County
    Flathead
    State
    Montana
    Longitude
    -114.191087
    Latitude
    48.4284845

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Land - 160 acres with lake, ponds, home, and event potential.
    Where is this land located?
    The property is located at 2280 North Fork Road Columbia Falls, MT.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,800,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Private 17‑acre lake and four ponds on 160 acres surrounded by National Forest.; No zoning or covenants, offering endless possibilities for use.; Existing shop with a one‑bedroom, one‑bath home.
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    Real Estate License ID: RRE-BRO-LIC-69997
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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