Belgrade, 11 miles from Bozeman, is known as a suburban bedroom community that’s popular with first-time homebuyers. “Belgrade is a really nice community for the everyday, working-class individual or family,” says Ryan Martello, a Realtor with Realty ONE Group. Belgrade enjoys the same access to the outdoors as Bozeman, with housing costs that are about $200,000 lower. “It’s also framed by the amazing views of the Bridger Mountains,” says Martello “It has a small-town vibe, and it’s easy to get in and out. Within five minutes, you’ll pass farmland or make it to a mountain trail.” Plus, Belgrade's largest employers are the City of Belgrade and Xtant Medical.
Picturesque suburban neighborhoods are abundant in Springhill.
Homes in Springhill are blessed with stunning mountain views.
Shining Mountains Lutheran Church is a place of worship in Springhill.
Bozeman is the main city near Springhill and it's full of nightlife and outdoor activities.
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Hiking trails and rocky peaks in the Bridger Mountains
The outdoors is a big part of life in Belgrade. The city has 16 parks and green spaces. It’s also 11 miles from Bozeman’s park system, which has 42 public parks and 50 miles of trails. Madison Buffalo Jump State Park is 22 miles west and full of hiking trails and picnic areas. The park draws its name from a cliff in the park, where history reports that Native Americans lured buffalo to the cliff and drove them off as part of a hunting practice. Today, it’s a scenic overlook that preserves a part of Native American history. Sacagewea Peak, a 4.5-mile out-and-back hiking route, is about 30 miles east in the Bridger Mountains. The rocky summit shows panoramic views of the Gallatin Valley.
Belgrade experiences all four seasons, which dictate outdoor activities in the city and surrounding area. Winter snows mean skiing and warmer weather allows for hiking and mountain biking trips in the nearby Bridger Mountains. On a day-to-day basis, winter snows also mean snow tires and the occasional chip in the car windshield from the gravel the city uses to treat icy roads.
It's common to find residents in Springhill walking their dogs in the mornings.
It's common to see people going on brisk morning jogs in Springhill.
Springhill is blessed with beautiful sunsets in winter.
It's common to find people hiking near the Bridger Mountains.
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Local restaurants in Belgrade, and close proximity to Downtown Bozeman
Belgrade has a few local favorite restaurants and a popular brewery, along with an Albertson’s for grocery runs. Mint Café and Bar is an upscale steakhouse housed in a circa-1904 building, and the Madison River Brewing Company has custom brews on tap and hosts seasonal events. Downtown Bozeman is the region’s major destination for shopping and dining. It has a mix of locally owned shops like Meridian Boutique and restaurants like Jam!, a breakfast spot that often has a line outside the front door in the morning.
The Local offers a variety of steak dinner options in Springhill.
New Day Bakery offers delicious caffeinated drinks and baked goods in Springhill.
Highway 10 Antiques sells a large variety antiques in Springhill.
The Local offers delicious drinks and BBQ style food in Springhill.
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Suburban neighborhoods in Belgrade
The average price of a home in Belgrade is $550,000, which is $130,000 above the national average of $420,000. Most of the city is comprised of suburban neighborhoods. The streets are green during the warmer months and lined with alder, birch and buckeye trees. From anywhere in Belgrade, the Bridger Mountains are visible. Newer developments are in the northern and western parts of the city. New traditional homes are common in these areas, while the city center has older homes, usually ranch-style or farmhouse-style.
Springhill is full of craftsman style homes.
Springhill is full of large multifamily homes.
Many homes in Springhill have A-Frame roofs to help keep the snow off in the winter.
New Condominiums are abundant in Springhill.
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Belgrade Public Schools
Niche divides the city schools into two districts: the B-plus-rated Belgrade Elementary School District, which has three elementary schools and one middle school, and the C-plus-rated Belgrade High School District, which has the city's only public high school. The city also has a private school, Divine Mercy Academy, which serves preschool through 9th grade.
Springhill School has stunning views in Bozeman.
Belgrade High School offers quality education in Bozeman.
Heck/Quaw Elementary School offers safe and quality education in Bozeman.
Middle Creek Montessori offers excellent education for students in Belgrade.
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Getting around Belgrade
The Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is located just outside the city border and connects to over 30 destinations. The airport is close to residential areas and sometimes receives noise complaints, but overall is considered a driver for economic growth in the city. Interstate 90 is the primary route through Belgrade and leads 11 miles south to Bozeman. Most of Belgrade’s residential areas are north of I-90. The Bozeman Health Belgrade Clinic is in the city, off the south side of I-90. A railroad runs through the center of Belgrade, but it has been inactive since January 2024.
Crime in Belgrade
According to FBI statistics, violent crime in Belgrade rose by 43%, and property crime rose by 170% in 2023. Statistically, the rate of property crime in Belgrade is higher than the state and national average, but it should be noted that the number of property crimes went from 10 to 27, and Belgrade has a population of 12,500. The rate of violent crime in Belgrade is much lower than the state and national average.
BACKGROUND: Mark received his real estate license in March of 2010 and promptly joined ERA Landmark Real Estate as a Sales Associate. Since 2003, Mark has been working as a project manager for local real estate developer Potter Clinton Development. He was a key contributor to dozens of extremely successful projects in Idaho and Montana. While there, Mark was involved in all facets of real estate development from land acquisition, master planning, entitlements, construction management, finance and marketing. Mark continues to be a part of the team at Potter Clinton in addition to his role at ERA Landmark. His family is deeply rooted in Montana dating back to the mid 1800’s, so he has a wealth of knowledge regarding the Montana landscape, its history, and its people, both new and old.
COMPETITIVE EDGE: Having over twenty years of experience in architecture, building construction, and real estate development, Mark understands all of the key components that make for successful purchase and sale of commercial, residential and recreational properties. Mark has developed an excellent working relationship with many local professional organizations and the governmental agencies of Bozeman, Belgrade and Gallatin County. Mark is extremely creative and that extends into all areas of his work. He prides himself on being able to find unique solutions to the many different challenges and situations that buyers and sellers face.
EDUCATION: Mark attended architecture school at the University of Cincinnati for two years before transferring to Montana State University. While at MSU, he further explored architecture for two years before deciding to get his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Technology.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT: Mark has served as the President for several local homeowners associations for which Potter Clinton was involved. Mark has received the designation of Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), as well as ERA Distinctive Properties certification.. Mark is also a member of the American Institute of Constructors, National, Montana and Gallatin Association of Realtors, Southwest Montana Multiple Listing Service, Southwest Montana Building Industry Association and Trout Unlimited. Mark has also volunteered his services to assist with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Gallatin Valley. Additionally, Mark recently assisted a local non-profit organization, HAVEN, Inc., to identify, master plan, and purchase a site for their new facilities to protect victims of domestic violence. This was a unique collaboration between HAVEN, the City of Bozeman, and the Gallatin Valley Land Trust to expand the existing Bozeman Pond Park on the west side of town, while providing the new site for HAVEN directly adjacent to the expanded park. Mark also serves on the Board of Directors for Upper Missouri Waterkeeper.
PERSONAL: Mark and his wife Amy have four young children. Mark is a passionate fly fisherman and fly tyer, and also enjoys rafting, camping, hiking, hunting, photography, art and spending time with friends and family.
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