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Historic Office Building with Control Tower
For Lease
$23 SF/Yr Modified Gross

3 Microwave Hill Road, Montana City, MT 59634

COMMERCIAL - Montana City, MT

Space SizeContact for details
Lot Size1.00 Acres
Days on Market270

Property Features for 3 Microwave Hill Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Zoning description Commercial
Bathrooms 2
Half bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Basement
Parking 20
Subdivision MANGO TEDY BEAR MINOR SUB
Lot features Front Yard, Landscaped, Level
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Elementary school district District No. 27
Middle school district District No. 27
High school district District No. 27
Directions South on I-15 to the Montana City Exit. Head East on Microwave Hill Rd. First building on your left.
Standard status Active
APN 51178514101030000
Lot size 1.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description MANGO TEDY BEAR MINOR SUB, S14, T09 N, R03 W, Lot A-2, ACRES 0.998, COS 192028 F558C
Legal Description MANGO TEDY BEAR MINOR SUB, S14, T09 N, R03 W, Lot A-2, ACRES 0.998, COS 192028 F558C

Utilities

Sewer type Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1920
Flooring type Carpet, Laminate
Building materials Masonite
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: Century 21 Heritage Realty - Helena · Century 21 Real Estate
Listed By: Kristiene Ludricks · License #RRE-RBS-LIC-84494
Added: Nov 13, 2025 Changed: Aug 10 Last Checked: Aug 10 at 2:06PM
MLS# 30061158

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Tower is a distinctive historic office building originally constructed in 1920 as the Helena Airport Control Tower. The property is designed for flexible commercial use, with layouts suitable for office, retail, studio, or mixed-use applications. Each level includes private egress, supporting single-tenant or multi-tenant occupancy and adaptable lease structures. Central air and forced-air natural gas heat provide year-round comfort, with a metal roof and interior flooring of carpet and laminate.

Located just off the I-15 exit on Highway 518 in Montana City, the building is positioned for high visibility along the Helena-Clancy corridor, with traffic counts exceeding 3,000+ vehicles daily. Set on nearly one fenced acre with ample parking, the property offers a recognizable presence for businesses seeking exposure.

Lease terms are modified gross, with tenants responsible only for Wi-Fi, tenant insurance, and interior janitorial.

Key Highlights

  • Traffic counts exceeding 3,000+ vehicles daily on Highway 518 near the I‑15 exit
  • Originally built in 1920 as the Helena Airport Control Tower with distinctive character
  • Nearly one fenced acre with ample parking

Property Analytics

Current Use

Nature Story Montessori High School M&m Hair Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply HVAC Service Dental Office Electrical Service Catering Service Cafe & Coffee Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Modified Gross
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 59634, MT

5,393
Population
2,028
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
45%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
251.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
21
Density / Sq Mi
$120,881
Median Household Income
$51,186
Median Earnings
$1,161
Median Rent
$500,700
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Montana City, MT

$22.75 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$22.5–$23 /SF/Yr
Price Range
1,994 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 1% above the average of $22.75 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Built in 1920, this office building on a one-acre lot offers central air and modified gross lease terms.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 3 Microwave Hill Road Montana City, MT.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $23 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Traffic counts exceeding 3,000+ vehicles daily on Highway 518 near the I‑15 exit; Originally built in 1920 as the Helena Airport Control Tower with distinctive character; Nearly one fenced acre with ample parking
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