Just 5 miles east of Malta, Montana, with highway frontage off Old Highway 2, the East Malta Irrigated Farm & Ranch is a standout agricultural operation spanning 1,203 deeded acres. Owned by the Hould family, this productive and well-managed property has long served as the backbone of a successful feed program for decades. With 586+/- acres of irrigated land, this is some of the most proven and high-yielding ground in all of Phillips County. The rest of the acreage consists of 193.2 acres of quality non-irrigated farmland acres and 387 acres of native grass. Acreage Breakdown: ● Irrigated Land: 586.1 acres ● Farmland (non-irrigated): 193.2 acres ● Native Grass: 387 acres The irrigated acres are currently seeded in a productive 50/50 split of corn and alfalfa. Annual production averages a reliable 28 tons per acre for corn and no less than 7 tons per acre on alfalfa. Gated pipe irrigation delivers efficient, low-labor water management across the field systems. This property has been the engine of the Hould family's feed and cattle program for years-proven ground with proven results. Improvements: Main Residence ● 3 Bed / 1 Bath ● 1,368 sq ft main floor + 936 sq ft basement ● Gas heat, central A/C ● Updated windows and siding Labor House ● 2 Bed / 1 Bath ● 684 sq ft main + 351 sq ft upper ● Updated windows and siding ● Gas heat Outbuildings & Infrastructure: ● (2) Detached Garages: 24x24 and 19x24 ● 15 ft Grain Bin ● 52x40 Hip Roof Barn with 12 livestock pens and hay loft ● (3) Pole Barns: 12x26, 12x24, 16x48 ● 30x30 Implement Shop ● Certified Fairbanks Scale ● (3) Propane Tanks (leased from Ezzie's) While some seasonal flooding occurs on the western edge due to the Black Coulee drainage, it has not impacted production or overall usability. Recreational Appeal: Bordering the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge corridor, the property offers a unique hunting experience with healthy populations of geese, upland birds, mule deer, and whitetail. The irrigated cornfields are a magnet for waterfowl, adding a layer of recreational and outfitting potential to this already premier operation.
For sale
$5,000,000
3330 Strater Rd, Malta, MT 59538
5beds
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1,203 Acres Lot
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What's special
Gas heatMain residenceHighway frontageQuality non-irrigated farmlandIrrigated cornfieldsNative grassLabor house
- 236 days |
- 546 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 07, 2025 at 10:04am
Listed by:
Tanner Anderson 406-654-4473,
United Country Northwest Realty & Auction,
Gary Anderson 406-654-4242
Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11527383
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
Property
Lot
- Size: 1,203 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 11423913401010000
- Lease amount: $0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 0
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Amps(0)
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Malta
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $292,856
- Annual tax amount: $22,668
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Date available: 04/01/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,949/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,000,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,247 -7.8% | $292,856 +20.1% |
| 2024 | $2,437 -1.5% | $243,894 |
| 2023 | $2,473 -1.8% | $243,894 +0.6% |
| 2022 | $2,517 +7.8% | $242,521 |
| 2021 | $2,335 +1.6% | $242,521 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $2,299 +7% | $235,288 |
| 2019 | $2,148 -63.3% | $235,288 -0.8% |
| 2018 | $5,859 +163.1% | $237,103 +0.4% |
| 2017 | $2,227 +12.8% | $236,123 +6.4% |
| 2016 | $1,974 -4.5% | $221,879 |
| 2015 | $2,067 +43.9% | $221,879 +116.2% |
| 2014 | $1,436 +1.5% | $102,639 -2.7% |
| 2013 | $1,414 +8.5% | $105,475 +1.6% |
| 2012 | $1,303 | $103,849 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$29,327/mo
Principal & interest
$25785
Property taxes
$3542
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 59538
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Malta K-5Grades: PK-5Distance: 5.3 mi
- 5/10Malta 6-7-8Grades: 6-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 3/10Malta High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.8 mi