524 S 1st Street, Hamilton, MT 59840

Property Description

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! This highly visible corner lot along the Highway 93 corridor in Hamilton is home to a prominent residence built circa 1902 for the city's founder, Marcus Daly! On the National Register of Historic Places, the original structure has been well maintained and incorporates two turn-of-the-century architectural styles: Queen Anne and Colonial Revival. Also known as the Oliver Blood House, the home is characterized by a steeply pitched asymmetrical roofline, corner wraparound porch, bay windows, classic Doric columns, ornate relief panel above the entry door, and more! Inside the wood floors ground the space, and the window trim, floor and ceiling moulding are in terrific condition. The property is zoned for commercial use on the main level, and city approval is granted for residential use if desired in the 3 spacious upstairs bedrooms. There is one full bathroom upstairs, and a half bath w/laundry hook up on the main level. A large kitchen, dining area with south-facing bay window, and 2 other rooms ideal for office or retail space are also located on the main level. Outside a single detached 1+car garage is located behind the home, along with a quaint old "cottage" that is utilized for storage. The yard is graced with several fruit trees, lilacs, and 1 large willow. Customer/client parking is situated behind the home off the alleyway, and along the south side of the property. Since Oliver Blood's ownership during a time of rich discovery and settlement in the Bitterroot Valley, the property has seldom changed hands. This transitional and historic Queen Anne style residence is proudly owned by the same family for almost 70 years! Step back in time and seize the opportunity to establish your unique business here in the heart of western Montana's bustling city of Hamilton!