Tim began working in ranch real estate in 1999. Born and raised in southeast Iowa, Tim moved to Bozeman, Montana in 1991 enamored by the landscape of the Northern Rockies. An avid outdoorsman, he can often be found fly-fishing, bow hunting, alpine skiing, pursuing upland birds and waterfowl with his bird dogs whom are also often companions on ranch tours. Tim holds brokerage licenses in Montana and Wyoming and although the Greater Yellowstone Region is effectively his “backyard”, he equally enjoys the huge expanse of prairie and smaller mountain ranges that make this part of the west so unique. Tim is quite familiar with the region and well versed on how these ranches operate and how that may dovetail to a new owners needs and desires. Particularly, Tim has a strong base knowledge of aquatic development and wildlife management which he enjoys sharing with clients. He is a skilled photographer which naturally is supported in his career. Tim and his family continue to live in Bozeman and enjoy every aspect of the mountain community.
Strawberry Ridge Cabin is 791± acres, located about three and a half miles west of Pony, and an hour’s drive from Bozeman. A small cabin with a covered porch and sleeping loft rests in a small meadow near an unnamed creek, circa the 1980s. The land is a combination of upland sage meadows and forested mountainsides, with focused riparian areas along the small stream bed. Approximately 3,569 leased acres adjoin the ranch contiguous to the deeded acreage and one another. Within that number are 607± acres of adjacent state lease, 2,698± acres of BLM lease, and 264± acres of USFS lease. The property is wide open for recreational enjoyment, with thousands of acres to traverse and other adjoining public lands. Whether keeping a few horses, backpacking, hiking, or luminous star-filled evenings by a campfire, the privacy within proximity to society and amenities makes this a desirable property. Currently leased for grazing, a new owner may choose to work with the current lessors. Whitetail deer, upland birds, antelope, bears, birds of prey, and a wide variety of other wildlife populate the surrounding area. A replacement residence is permitted within the same general location as the existing cabin, and all associated structures shall be located within a five-acre building envelope. The site absorbs a magnificent view of three prominent mountain ranges, including the Tobacco Roots, the Bridgers, and the Madison Range. An hour’s drive from the city of Bozeman and an international airfield. Skiing at Bridger Bowl or Big Sky Ski Resort is about 90 minutes, and Yellowstone National Park is an attainable three-hour drive.
Tim brought two colleagues to the property initially, leveraging years of experience and perspective related to valuation.
I had the pleasure of working with Tim Murphy on the sale of a family property in Paradise Valley, Montana. I interviewed four agents in the Bozeman and Livingston markets and selected Hall and Hall because of the agency’s reputation for expertise in high-end ranch property and global marketing....
The Trinity Ranch is a 158± acre property located on the Stillwater River. Less than ten minutes upstream of Columbus, offering Stillwater River frontage, Beartooth Mountain views, and simple improvements.
Magical 141± acre Yellowstone River ranch retreat with custom home and guest apartment overlooking the river toward snowcapped peaks. A superb horse property with irrigated meadows, barn, and outdoor riding arena.
Adjacent to the town of Philipsburg, this 7,230± acre mix of irrigated pasture and native range offers a 350 AU cattle operation and recreational amenities just over one hour to Missoula.
Quality southern Montana farm/grass combination available for the first time in decades. An excellent mix of productive farmland, creek bottom, and native range with 1,806± deeded and 640± BLM leased acres.
With 348± acres and three miles of shoreline, Cromwell Island is the largest private island in freshwater west of the Mississippi owned by a single party. Includes a 45,000± square foot French-inspired villa.
