Livingston sits at the gateway to Paradise Valley and Yellowstone National Park, with a historic downtown, a strong arts community, and steady rental demand from locals and relocating remote workers alike. Mountain Village Property Management brings professional, full-service property management to Livingston rental owners who want local expertise without the day-to-day work.
Why Property Owners Choose Us in Livingston
Livingston’s housing stock ranges from historic homes near downtown to newer builds on the edge of town — each with different maintenance and pricing considerations. We set rents with real market data, screen tenants thoroughly, and coordinate maintenance through trusted local vendors so your investment is protected year-round, even through Park County winters.
Full-Service Property Management
- Property marketing, professional photography & showings
- Thorough tenant and pet screening
- Attorney-prepared / reviewed leases and move-in coordination
- Rent collection with electronic owner disbursements
- Maintenance coordination and 24/7 emergency response (included on Signature & Summit; $29/mo on Essentials)
- Walk-through inspections and annual market rent analysis
- Owner portal access and year-end 1099 reporting
Plans start at just 4.9% of monthly rent + $69/m. Compare our Essentials, Signature, and Summit plans.
Own From Out of State?
Many of our owners live in another state and have never had to fly in. Electronic rent disbursements, photo-documented inspections in your owner portal, and remote onboarding make distance a non-issue. See how remote ownership works with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve all of Livingston and Park County?
We serve Livingston and nearby Paradise Valley properties — contact us with your address and we’ll confirm coverage.
Can you handle older or historic homes?
Yes. Our maintenance coordination and walk-through inspections are especially valuable for older properties that need proactive care.
What are your fees?
Management plans are 4.9%, 6.9%, or 8.9% of monthly rent + $69/month, with leasing at 50% of one month’s rent.
Renting Out a Home in Livingston
Livingston sits in Park County, over Bozeman Pass from the Gallatin Valley, with its own rental market: historic homes near downtown, newer subdivisions, and small multifamily buildings. Strong winter winds and cold snaps are hard on roofs, siding and pipes, so seasonal maintenance matters here.
What owners should plan for
- Pricing from local comparables. Livingston rents don’t simply track Bozeman’s. Every plan includes an annual market rent analysis.
- Winter readiness. Furnace service, gutters, sealing gaps and a plan for snow and ice. Lawn and snow coordination is included on Signature and Summit (vendor cost separate) and is $49/mo plus vendor cost on Essentials.
- Older homes. Periodic walk-throughs catch small problems early. Signature includes an annual walk-through, Summit includes two a year, and on Essentials the annual inspection is $99 (one a year is required).
- After-hours calls. The 24/7 emergency line for residents is included on Signature and Summit, and is a $29/mo add-on on Essentials.
How we compare to other Livingston options
When you compare property managers in Livingston, ask about licensing, the full fee exhibit, written screening criteria, who answers after-hours calls and what the owner portal shows. Our plans are 4.9%, 6.9% or 8.9% of monthly rent plus $69/mo, with leasing at 50% of one month’s rent and renewals at 25%. Our management percentage pauses while a home is vacant; the $69 monthly admin fee continues. See every plan detail.
For Livingston renters
Read the screening criteria before you apply, and have photo ID, proof of income and landlord references ready. Montana law requires 24 hours’ notice before a landlord enters (except in emergencies) and the return of your deposit within 10 days if nothing is owed, or an itemized list within 30 days.
Areas We Serve
BozemanBelgradeLivingstonGallatin GatewayManhattanThree Forks