$2,850,000
$2,800 per acre: total asking price divided by the reported 1,018 acres. Not an appraisal or a bare-land value.
Nhn Harlem RdHarlem, MT 59526
Pasture and grazing land · MLS 11732603 · Listed 213 days ago (Apr 4, 2026)
Livestock and grazing · Crops and cropland · Farm and ranch details
For sale: Listed for sale and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
Irrigated Farm Ground, Grazing Acres & 5+ Miles of Milk River Frontage | Harlem, Montana Located just under 6 miles east of Harlem, Montana, in the productive Milk River Valley of North Central Montana, Cottonwood Bend Ranch offers a rare combination of irrigated farm ground, native grazing acres, live water, and exceptional wildlife habitat. Spanning 1,018.29± total deeded acres, this property presents a highly usable agricultural operation with strong recreational value in one of the most desirable ranching regions along the Hi-Line. With approximately 639.463± acres of irrigated ground, 309.209± acres of grazing land, 60.618± acres enrolled in Wild Hay habitat acres, and a 9± acre homestead site, the ranch offers the kind of diversity that supports both cattle production and dependable hay or crop income. Properties with this much productive irrigated acreage combined with extensive Milk River frontage are increasingly difficult to find in Montana. One of the defining features of the property is its impressive 5.23 miles of Milk River frontage. Live water of this scale creates both operational value and long-term investment strength. In addition to the river frontage, the ranch includes two oxbows, providing additional water resources, wildlife habitat, and strong waterfowl attraction throughout the year. Mature cottonwood trees line much of the river corridor, creating natural protection, beauty, and outstanding habitat for wildlife. The irrigated acres provide strong agricultural productivity and are well-suited for hay production, feed programs, or supporting an existing cattle operation. The grazing acres offer practical livestock use with natural shelter and river-bottom forage, making this property attractive for both established producers and buyers looking to expand their Montana ranch operation. Wildlife is abundant throughout the ranch. The combination of river frontage, oxbows, cottonwood bottoms, and irrigated fields creates exceptional habitat for whitetail deer, upland game birds, and waterfowl. This is the kind of property where agricultural production and recreational enjoyment work hand in hand. Strong whitetail presence, duck habitat, pheasants, and upland birds make this an outstanding Montana hunting property in addition to its farm and ranch value. The homestead includes modest corrals, a barn, and an established ranch site, offering a practical foundation for continued agricultural use or future improvements. The existing infrastructure provides functionality while allowing flexibility for a new owner's vision. Its location near Harlem provides convenient access to local agricultural services, markets, and community while maintaining the privacy and usability of a true working ranch. The Milk River Valley is well known for productive irrigated ground, strong cattle country, and recreational opportunities that continue to drive demand for quality land holdings. Cottonwood Bend Ranch represents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale irrigated farm and ranch property with significant live water, grazing capacity, and exceptional wildlife habitat in North Central Montana. For buyers seeking Montana ranch land for sale with Milk River frontage, irrigated acres, and long-term investment stability, this property stands apart. Property Highlights ● 1,018.29± Total Deeded Acres ● 639.463± Acres of Irrigated Ground ● 309.209± Acres of Grazing Land ● 60.618± Wild Hay Habitat Acres ● 9± Acre Homestead Site ● 5.23 Miles of Milk River Frontage ● Two Oxbows ● Modest Corrals and Barn ● Mature Cottonwood Trees ● Excellent Whitetail Deer Habitat ● Strong Waterfowl and Upland Bird Hunting ● Just Under 6 Miles East of Harlem, Montana This is a rare Milk River property that brings together production, recreation, and legacy ownership in one highly desirable Montana land holding.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Farm and ranch details
Listing-reported, not independently certified. These details come from the listing's own fields and description. Farms and Ranches has not inspected the property, measured acres, tested soil or water, or reviewed permits. Confirm everything with Tanner Anderson of United Country Northwest Realty & Auction and the right professionals.
| Listed here as | Pasture and grazing landAgricultural land: Land the listing describes as farmed, grazed or cut for hay, with no home reported. Usable acres, water and access still need checking. |
|---|---|
| Why it qualifies | Agricultural use reported in the listing · How listings qualify |
| Reported use | Livestock and grazing, Crops and cropland |
| Total acreage | 1,018 acres (as reported) |
| Reported land breakdown | Not stated. Total acreage is not tillable or usable acreage; ask the agent and check the soil survey. |
| Home included | No home reported |
Reported buildings, water and land features
- Irrigation mentioned (listing description)Irrigation is mentioned in the description. Equipment or a well does not establish a legal right to irrigate; ask for the water right or permit documents.
- Pasture (listing description)
- Pens, corrals or handling facilities (listing description)
- Barn (listing description)
Not reported here and never inferred: yields, income, stocking rates or carrying capacity, water rights, transferable permits, organic certification, equipment or livestock included in the sale, and whether a building can be used or a site built on. Report a wrong classification.
Facts
- List price
- $2,850,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 1,018 acres
- County
- Blaine County
- MLS number
- 11732603
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Features
Lot
- Sprinklers In Front
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary, and no soil, flood, wetland or access conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Harlem.
Price and status history
Changes observed by Farms and Ranches in MyStateMLS data since Oct 30, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Buyer checklist
Questions worth investigating for any farm or ranch purchase. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Legal accessIs there deeded or recorded access to a public road, and are there easements across the land (or that the land relies on)?
- Water rights and wellsA well, pond, creek or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal right to use the water. Ask for the water right, permit or registration documents and test the well.
- Leases and tenanciesAre there farm, grazing, hunting, CRP, oil and gas or wind leases? Some survive a sale or require notice before they end.
- Soil and usable landHow many acres can actually be cropped or grazed? Check the NRCS soil survey and get a current lab soil test for the use you plan.
- RestrictionsZoning, conservation easements, deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain and wetland rules can limit what you can do.
- Building conditionBarns, fences, wells and septic systems need inspection; a listed building may not suit a commercial or livestock use.
- UtilitiesPower, water, septic capacity, internet and road maintenance: who provides them and at what cost.
- What is included in the saleEquipment, growing crops, stored hay, livestock, irrigation equipment, permits and farm program contracts are often separate. Get it in writing.
Explore this area's farming resources
Regional guidance for Blaine County, MT. It describes the area, not this property: it does not say this land suits any crop or use.
- Regional overview and local referrals for Blaine County
- MSU Extension (Montana State University) (county offices and local specialists)
- Soil testing options for Montana
- NRCS Web Soil Survey (mapped soils; a map is not a soil test)
- All farm resources for Montana
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of United Country Northwest Realty & Auction. Listing agent: Tanner Anderson. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage Jul 29, 2026, 3:20 PM UTC. Farms and Ranches last received MyStateMLS data Nov 3, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.