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Historic Department Store Complex
For Sale
$4,499,000

136 Main, Hamilton, MT 59840

Two connected downtown buildings offer a ground-floor department store plus upper-level apartments and offices.

Property Size17,000 SF
Price / SF$264.65
Days on Market29

Property Features for 136 Main

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 17,000 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $7,735

Building Details

Year Built 1947
Listing Agency: Real Estate Brokers of Montana
Listed By: Kim Bennett
Source: Clearwaterproperties
Added: Jul 27 Changed: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 12:51PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A two-building, connected commercial complex with a historic street presence and exceptionally maintained character. The ground floor provides an expansive retail showroom currently operating as a full-service department store, with the upper level featuring two finished residential apartments plus multiple private office spaces.

The property is offered as a combination of the buildings and Ford’s Department Store (including the ongoing operation through transition). The seller notes that there are two deeds for each building included in the offering, and the listing can also be pursued as building-only or business-only under separate MLS identifiers.

As a fully equipped going-concern, Ford’s Department Store includes active retail operations, experienced staff, an established point-of-sale system, and fixtures and equipment. Retail inventory is estimated at $700,000 (at retail value), with ownership continuing to actively replenish inventory through the transition.

Key Highlights

  • Two connected downtown commercial buildings totaling approx. 17,000 SF; Year built 1947
  • Ground floor expansive retail showroom currently operating as a full‑service department store
  • Upper level includes two finished apartments (move‑in ready) plus multiple private offices for possible conversion

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Restaurant Grocery & Convenience Store Big Box & Wholesale Store HVAC Service Parking Lot & Garage Garden Center

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

2
Residential units
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,026
Businesses Nearby
61k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 33% Shops & Services 23% Groceries 22% Home Improvements & Furnishings 22%
McDonald's Dining
16,897 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Safeway Groceries
13,539 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Evans Ace Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
13,301 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Les Schwab Tire Center Shops & Services
4,074 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Papa Murphy's Dining
3,489 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 59840, MT

14,466
Population
7,287
Households
2
Avg Household Size
51
Median Age
33%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
537.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
27
Density / Sq Mi
$64,493
Median Household Income
$32,962
Median Earnings
$1,054
Median Rent
$398,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Two connected downtown buildings offer a ground-floor department store plus upper-level apartments and offices.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 136 Main Hamilton, MT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,499,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two connected downtown commercial buildings totaling approx. 17,000 SF; Year built 1947; Ground floor expansive retail showroom currently operating as a full‑service department store; Upper level includes two finished apartments (move‑in ready) plus multiple private offices for possible conversion
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