Are you searching for long term rentals in Big Sky, Montana? This post shines the spotlight on a few resources that can help you find houses or condos for rent in Big Sky for a season, a year, or even longer.
Finding long term rentals in Big Sky is no easy task. The Big Sky real estate market is home to both full time locals and plenty of short term vacation rentals. This can make finding a long term rental a challenge.
Perhaps the best way to find long term rentals in Big Sky is through your personal network. Ask people you know about potential housing options. Word of mouth is often the best resource of all.
Another great way to find housing is via your employer. Many employers like Lone Mountain Land Company, Big Sky Resort, Yellowstone Club, Hungry Moose, Roxy’s and others can help you find housing if you land a job with them first.
If you’re still searching for long term rentals in Big Sky, here are a handful of resources worth checking out:
- Local Newspapers: Lone Peak Lookout or Explore Big Sky
Due to the high demand and limited supply, rental prices may be higher in Big Sky than other places like Ennis or Bozeman. When things do go on the rental market, they will get picked up quickly.
If you think rents are high, it’s important to remember that the people who are kindly opting to rent their properties long term must account for mortgages, HOA costs, rising tax rates, home insurance, maintenance, property management fees, and potentially utilities (propane, water/sewer, trash, electric, etc.) too. The costs add up. It’s not cheap to rent, but it’s also not cheap to be a landlord.
For some people it may make more sense to purchase a property in Big Sky than to pay a monthly rental rate – especially if you offset your mortgage payment by renting a room out. Contact me directly at mia@bigsky.com or 406-641-0051 if you’re curious to learn more about buying real estate vs. renting.
One last thing to note – pets. People love to bring their dogs and other pets with them to Big Sky. Unfortunately, this makes finding a rental even harder. Often it’s not the owner that decides if you can have the pet, but the HOA.
I wish you the best of luck in your search for long term rentals in Big Sky. It’s an amazing place to work, live, and play.
Hello. We are a family of 4 looking for a 1 to 2 month rental in Big Sky January- February 2021.. Do you know of any month long rental options? Thanks Scott and Christa Haskins
I am looking to move permanently to Big Sky, either by dec of 2020 or sometime in 2021. I am not in a hurry. I’d like to rent for 2 years then buy, however, if I can qualify now, Id buy.
Hi Rebekah! Thanks for reaching out. I send you an email. Look forward to connecting. – Mia
Hi,
My name is Sydney and I’m an interior designer moving out to Big Sky in April. I would love a 2 bedroom apartment or even condo. I would be open to a house as well. I have no pets and can be flexible with move in dates.
Hi my name is Carla Brook
I will be coming to Big Sky in July to work in a medical clinic there.
I may be able to eventually buy something but for now I need to rent a space.
I am 58 years old have no pets and no children who live with me.
Would you have any ideas for me
Thank you
My wife and I are retired and would like to spend the 2021/2022 winter at Big Sky. We are great tenants.
We would like to rent from December through March and be within 30 min or closer to the mountain.
We also have a swap potentially with a property on Nantucket .
Our needs are basic ,eat,sleep and ski .
Thanks
Dan and Mary
Hello,
We are looking for a rental house for 6-12 month at Big Sky.
Family of 4. Close to ski area an any small downtown area would be great.
Looking for Oct 2021 move-in date.
Any recommendations on good elementary schools in the area?
Oliver Berger
Hi! We are looking for a place to rent. We are a family of 4, not pets. Thank You
Hello:
My husband and I are nearing retirement and to supplement our income we both recently received positions at the Big Sky Resort from December 2022 through April 2023 and are looking for a place to stay in Big Sky as an employee dorm will not be conducive for us. We do not need anything large, either a studio, a finished basement or a one bedroom with a kitchenette would suffice. We are clean, respectful, responsible, non-smokers, non-partyers but will be bringing our two pets; a house/crate trained German Shepard dog and a litter trained elderly cat (who mostly sleeps) and are willing to put down a pet deposit. Being near the ski slope is not important to us but do prefer to be in Big Sky.
We know this is a longshot, but anyone’s help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you. very much.
Steve and Claire