Patented Mining Claim
For Sale
$849,000
MT Highway 2, Cardwell, MT 59721
LAND - Cardwell, MT
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size98.15 Acres
Days on Market48
Property Features for MT Highway 2
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Call Listing Agent for Details
Lot features
Rolling Slope
View
Mountains
Directions
From I-90, take Highway 287 toward Lewis & Clark Caverns. Turn west onto Highway 2. Property is 2.5 miles past the Caverns turnout. See Cadastral in Associated Docs, Chris can send onX coordinates.
Subdivision
12M - Other Montana Counties
Standard status
Active
APN
0000000359
Lot size
98.15 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
S18, T01 N, R02 W, ACRES 98.15, ALTAMONT PLACER 712 G LOTS 5 6 & 8
Tax Annual Amount
391
Legal Description
S18, T01 N, R02 W, ACRES 98.15, ALTAMONT PLACER 712 G LOTS 5 6 & 8
Listing Agency:
Small Dog Realty
(406) 333-2595
Listed By:
Alicia Rutz · License #RBS-38934
(406) 595-0438
Added: Jun 18
Last Checked: Aug 4 at 3:06AM
MLS# 412217
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This sale includes approximately 98.15 acres across three separate parcels. The property features a patented mining claim (Altamont Placer) and is described as having no zoning, no covenants, and no HOA, providing broad flexibility for an owner’s intended use. Access and terrain improvements include a roughed-in road that winds through a narrow canyon to the back of the property, then ascends to a large plateau.
The property is accessed from Highway 2 near Cardwell, MT. The land is surrounded on three sides by Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park and is adjacent to thousands of acres of public land. The approach is described as featuring prominent cliffs, including a large cave and a unique framed lookout over the Jefferson River, with open views from the plateau.
For buyers looking for privacy, a long-range getaway, or a site that can support a variety of commercial or personal concepts, the combination of flexible ownership terms, significant natural features, and direct roadway access may be compelling. Its placement beside a state park and adjacent public lands can also make it well-suited for buyers prioritizing seclusion while still maintaining convenient access to amenities, including Bozeman, which is noted as less than an hour away.
The property is accessed from Highway 2 near Cardwell, MT. The land is surrounded on three sides by Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park and is adjacent to thousands of acres of public land. The approach is described as featuring prominent cliffs, including a large cave and a unique framed lookout over the Jefferson River, with open views from the plateau.
For buyers looking for privacy, a long-range getaway, or a site that can support a variety of commercial or personal concepts, the combination of flexible ownership terms, significant natural features, and direct roadway access may be compelling. Its placement beside a state park and adjacent public lands can also make it well-suited for buyers prioritizing seclusion while still maintaining convenient access to amenities, including Bozeman, which is noted as less than an hour away.
Key Highlights
- 3 separate parcels surrounded on three sides by Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park and adjacent to thousands of acres of public land
- Patented mining claim included: Altamont Placer
- Easy access from Highway 2
Property Analytics
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
7
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Demographics for 59721, MT
434
Population
266
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
31%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
209.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
2
Density / Sq Mi
$86,932
Median Household Income
$49,375
Median Earnings
$896
Median Rent
$615,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Mining land & claim - Multi-parcel land with patented mining claim status, direct Highway 2 access, and surrounding public lands.
Where is this mining land & claim located?
The property is located at MT Highway 2 Cardwell, MT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $849,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3 separate parcels surrounded on three sides by Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park and adjacent to thousands of acres of public land; Patented mining claim included: Altamont Placer; Easy access from Highway 2
