201 E Idaho Street, Virginia City, MT 59755

$749,900 · Active

MLS #415223

Price

$749,900

Status

Active

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

1.5

Living area

2,636 sq ft

Home type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1898

Lot size

0.22 acres

Full bathrooms

1

Half bathrooms

1

New construction

No

HOA

No

Levels

Two

County

Madison

Garage spaces

0

Annual property taxes

$1,657.4

Subdivision

Virginia City Original Plat

Style

Victorian

Appliances & Equipment

Dryer · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Range · Refrigerator · Washer

Bathrooms

2 total bathrooms · 1 full bathroom · 1 half bathroom

Bedrooms

2 total bedrooms

Building

Built in 1898 · Living area: 2636.0 · Levels: Two · Construction Materials: ShingleSiding, ShakeSiding, WoodSiding

Cooling

CeilingFans

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Covered, Porch · IrrigationSprinklers · Landscaping

Fence

Perimeter · Picket · Wood

Fireplaces

Gas

Floors

Hardwood

Heating

Propane · RadiantFloor · RadiantCeiling

Interior Features

Fireplace · WalkInClosets · WindowTreatments

Laundry

InBasement · LaundryRoom

Lot

0.216 acres · Lawn · Landscaped · SprinklersInGround

Parking

Carport

Pets Policy

Allowed: Yes

Property

Other structures: GuestHouse · Mountains

Roof

Wood

Sewer

PublicSewer

Utilities

ElectricityAvailable · Propane · SewerAvailable · WaterAvailable · Water Source: Public

Windows

WindowCoverings

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About this home

At the C.W. Rank House, mornings begin a little differently. Built in 1898, this remarkable Virginia City property is a rare home with a presence all its own. Morning light settles over mature trees, gardens and lawn, creating a peaceful setting for reading, gardening, gathering with friends, or simply enjoying the luxury of having nowhere to be. The mountains frame the distance, while historic Virginia City is just a short walk away. Built by Charles W. Rank, a prominent businessman who served as a city councilman and mayor, and his wife, Elizabeth, the home has witnessed more than a century of Montana history. Its original spirit remains, complemented by updated plumbing and electrical for modern comfort. Victorian character remains throughout, from historic doors and captivating wallpaper to storied rooms and period details. In the living room, a finely carved oak mantel and decorative glazed tile surround a gas fireplace, creating a warm gathering place steeped in history. By afternoon, wander Virginia City's wooden boardwalks, explore preserved architecture and museums, browse local shops, or take in live theater and summer traditions. Here, history isn't something you simply visit, it surrounds you. The property offers flexibility with a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath main residence and a separate guest cabin with its own kitchen, living room, bedroom, loft space(s) and 1.75 bath. Ideal for family and friends, a private retreat, or income-producing use, the two spaces offer possibilities and preserve the property's distinctive character. While life here feels removed from the modern pace, it remains connected to the places you need. Ennis and the Madison Valley are approximately 15 miles away, placing restaurants, shopping and the broader Valley within easy reach. Bozeman is approximately 80 miles away, with Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) approximately 75 miles away, close enough for convenient access. As evening arrives, the streets grow quiet, the stars emerge, and Virginia City settles back into the peaceful mountain town its residents know and love. Gather around the fireplace, sit on the porch as the last light fades, or simply enjoy being exactly where you want to be. This is not a home meant to feel new, and that is precisely its beauty. The C.W. Rank House is more than an opportunity to own a piece of Montana history. It is an invitation to live more quietly, more beautifully and more intentionally, in a place with a story.

Courtesy of Ashley Taylor, AmeriMont Real Estate 406-284-6546

Contact LPT Realty at (877) 366-2213 to ask about this home.