Historic Downtown Lewistown Commercial Building

521 W Main St, Lewistown, Montana, 59457-2603

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* FOR SALE

$650,000

MLS: 25008-005121

10000. SqFt

17,950 SqFt

What You Should Know

Historic Building
Long Term Tenant
Main Street Location
Spacious Main Floor
Functional Storage
Rear Staff Parking
Local Landmark
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Why You'll Love It

Historic Downtown Lewistown Commercial Building

17,950± Total Square Feet | Main Street Frontage | National Register of Historic Places

Steeped in history yet thoughtfully modernized for today’s business needs, this exceptional downtown Lewistown commercial property offers nearly 18,000 square feet of functional, flexible space across three levels, all on a Main Street in lot measuring just under 10,000 square feet.

Property Overview

Total Building Size: 17,950± Sq. Ft.

7,500± Sq. Ft. Basement
7,500± Sq. Ft. Main Floor
2,950± Sq. Ft. Second Story

Lot Size: 0.229 acres (approx. 9,975 sq. ft.)
Zoning: Central Business District
Utilities: City water and sewer
Roof: Rubber commercial roof coating
Parking: On-street and alley access parking
Concrete Foundation and Brick Construction

Interior Features

Originally constructed in 1917 as a Montgomery Ward showroom, the building retains much of its early 20th-century character, including the grand staircase, visible the moment you step inside. Many of the offices and workspaces were updated in the 1990s, providing clean, functional layouts while preserving the building’s integrity.

Drop ceilings with recessed fluorescent lighting
Updated ADA-accessible restrooms on the main floor
Freight elevator accessible from the alley — serving basement to second floor
Average utility cost approx. $1,300/month
Stamped metal ceiling tiles remain intact above the dropped ceiling — visible from the second floor

Historic Significance

This property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and holds a unique place in Lewistown’s story. In 1914, the site sparked lively civic debate when chosen for the new U.S. Post Office. Designed by local architects Wasmansdorff and Eastman, the building has hosted everything from a post office and confectionery to bowling alleys and billiard rooms. Since 1958, it has served as home to one of Montana’s longest-running newspapers, the Lewistown News-Argus, whose print operations and staff continue to occupy the building today.

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