$2,361,000

310 +/- Acre working ranch with 320 leased BLM

Lewistown , Fergus County , Montana

118.00
ACRES

3
BEDROOMS

2
BATH

1848
SQ FT

pen • hay barn • fenced • second house • pond • 2 barns with 4 stalls

Property description

Welcome to a piece of Montana’s history. Originally home to the Novary post office and general store constructed in 1917, this property has been generationally held for over 9 decades. This property has US 87 Frontage and spans 310 deeded acres of picturesque landscape with an added bonus of 320 acres of leased BLM grazing land, this ranch offers a unique blend of tradition, functionality, improvements for modern conveniences, and well maintained livestock facilities.

Listed with Great Plains Land Company
Listing Agent: Rob Silk
Phone Number: 406-920-8820

Recreation:
20 Minutes from Lewistown
20 Minutes to trout fishing
20 Minutes to golfing
40 minutes to Judith Mountains
1 hour to Big Snowy Mountains and Crystal Lake campgrounds
2 hours to skiing
2 hours to Missouri River/Fort Peck lake

Big Game/Hunting:
Elk
Pronghorn
Muley
Pheasant
Hun
Fox

Details

Home Features

Residential Structures:
Main House: This charming home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. With a full basement, a propane furnace, and two pellet stoves, it’s designed for comfort year-round. Recent updates include a new water heater installed in 2020, and the concrete foundation ensures lasting stability.
Double Wide Trailer (1995): Measuring 28' x 56', this residence offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy the warmth of a propane furnace and a pellet stove. Recent improvements include laminate flooring and new water heater installed in 2022.

Lot Features

Utilities and Resources:
All buildings are equipped with electricity and fiber optic internet, ensuring connectivity and modern amenities. The property benefits from two water wells with a production rate of 12 gallons per minute and a seasonal creek with a dam for water retention. There are 4 septic tanks on property.
Hay Production & Leasing:
Hay Yields: This property is suited for hay production, yielding 2 tons per acre of barley hay and 1 ton per acre of alfalfa hay.
BLM Lease Opportunity: The adjoining 320 acres of BLM grazing land is available for lease.

Horse Facility Features

Livestock Facilities:
Livestock Corrals: Built in 2004, these expansive 70,500 +/- square feet corrals are designed to accommodate up to 1,000 head with ease. The layout supports efficient management by a 2-person team on horseback, making it ideal for everyday operations.
Feed Bunks: Located at the north end of the property, there are 3 feed bunks with a combined capacity for approx 200 head
Barns and Storage:
Dairy Barn: This good condition, versatile barn includes overhead feed bins and is primed for restoration. It can be repurposed as a workshop, woodworking area, or additional storage space.
Pole Barn 1: Built in 2004, this 40' x 104' barn features 14-foot high sidewalls and a 16-foot wide garage with 12-foot vertical clearance. It includes a vet room, 3 interior cow cams, 1 exterior cow cam for winter calving, and the added potential for 8 horse stalls.
Pole Barn 2: Constructed in 2015, this 48' x 64' barn includes 14-foot high sidewalls and a 16' x 32' tack room or office. The garage offers 16-foot width with 12-foot vertical clearance. Both are insulated with wood panneling for winter calving.