A Whole Montana Town Is for Sale – Pray, Montana Is on the Market

Yes, You Can Buy the Town of Pray, Montana

Tucked in the heart of Paradise Valley, the historic town of Pray, Montana—rich in character and history—is officially for sale. That’s right: the entire town is on the market.

Just 30 minutes from Livingston and Gardiner (the only year-round entrance to Yellowstone National Park), and a stone’s throw from Chico Hot Springs, Sage Lodge, and the Old Saloon, Pray is nestled right in the middle of one of Montana’s most scenic (and increasingly popular) areas.

The roughly 5-acre property includes a post office (leased by the U.S. Postal Service), the historic Pray General Store, multiple short-term rental units, and space for future development—all for $2.6 million.

Property at a Glance

Address: 1392 E River Rd, Pray, MT

Price: $2.6 million

Lot Size: ±5 acres

Current Use: Commercial, residential, and vacation rental

Key Features:
• Historic Pray General Store (early 1900s)
• Remodeled duplex (2019)
• Three Amish-built log cabins
• U.S. Post Office lease
• Approved septic for 8 additional cabins
• Unzoned property—no building restrictions

👉 Click here to view the full listing for Pray, Montana.

A Brief History of Pray

Founded in 1907 by Valentine Eggar and named after U.S. Congressman Charles Nelson Pray, the town has long been a fixture of the Paradise Valley community—long before the area became a destination for travelers and adventurers from around the world.

For over 20 years, Pray was lovingly cared for by Barbara Walker, who inherited the town from her husband’s family. Acting as landlord, caretaker, and even its unofficial mayor, Barbara’s stewardship helped preserve its charm and historical character. She sold the property in 2018, and now, the opportunity has come again for someone to carry on the legacy of this Montana town.

Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. There are only a handful of privately owned towns left in the United States—and Pray, Montana is one of them. Whether you're an investor, preservationist, or dreamer with a vision, this listing offers the chance to own not just a piece of land, but a living piece of Montana history. The chance to purchase a property—ehem, an entire town—doesn't come around every day.

👉 Click here to view the full listing for Pray, Montana.

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This property is listed by Michael Rutkowski, eXp Realty, LLC.

Photo credit: Big Sky Country MLS