Why Live in Clancy
Clancy, a small rural town about 10 miles from Helena, is known for its close-knit community and natural surroundings. Residents often find themselves engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, and fishing, with the Mount Helena and Elkhorn Mountain ranges nearby. Park Lake and the Missouri River, about 25 miles away, are popular spots for fishing and boating. Homes in Clancy range from older ranch homes and bungalows to newer colonial-style and contemporary ranch homes, with some multi-million dollar mansions in the hills. Properties typically sit on at least an acre of land. Clancy Elementary School, which serves Kindergarten through grade 8, is highly rated. For high school, students attend Helena High School, which offers various after-school activities. The town is easily accessible via Interstate 15, making trips to Helena, Yellowstone, or the Bob Marshall Wilderness area convenient. Helena Regional Airport and St. Peter’s Health are both about 15 miles away. Clancy Days, held annually in June, features car shows, vendors, food trucks, and a parade. Dining options in Clancy include Chubby’s, known for its steaks and burgers with live music. For more dining and grocery options, residents head to Helena or Montana City. In Helena, Last Chance Gulch offers restaurants and shops in historic buildings, with Firetower Coffee and Windbag Saloon being local favorites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clancy a good place to live?
Clancy is a good place to live. Clancy is considered very car-dependent. Clancy has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 49. The average household income is $119,519 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 46.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Clancy are home owners, with 9.6% of residents renting and 90.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Clancy can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Clancy neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Clancy?
The median home price in Clancy is $649,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $130,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,170 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $136K a year to afford the median home price in Clancy. The average household income in Clancy is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Clancy?
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Home Trends in Clancy, MT
On average, homes in Clancy, Helena sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Clancy, Helena over the last 12 months is $649,900, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$649,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$952,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$649,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%