Amsterdam-Churchill, about 20 miles from Bozeman and 10 miles from Belgrade, is surrounded by a sea of green farmland and is known as a popular place to settle down. “People move out here for a reason,” says DeeAnn Bos, a Broker with Berkshire Hathaway and Amsterdam-Churchill resident. “It’s a really special place to live. It’s not commercialized, and the lots tend to be larger. You have more wide-open spaces.” Amsterdam-Churchill began as a farming community that was originally worked by Dutch immigrants in the 1890s, and it is how the town got its name. Their history is remembered by a placard attached to a boulder on the lawn of the Manhattan Christian Reformed Church.
Views of the nearby mountains are just one of the perks of living in Amsterdam-Churchill.
Amsterdam-Churchill's history is commemorated by a placard placed on a boulder in the community.
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Fishing and camping near Amsterdam-Churchill
Amsterdam-Churchill has plenty of outdoor areas nearby. Missouri Headwaters State Park, where Lewis and Clark camped during their cross-continental journey in 1805. The park is about 20 miles away, and popular for hiking and camping. The Gallatin River is about five miles away, and it’s the area’s premiere fishing area.
Missouri Headwaters State Park hold a historic place in the region near Amsterdam-Churchill.
The Gallatin River is frequently enjoyed by Amsterdam-Churchill residents on hot days.
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Large lots for homes in farm country
Many homes in the area are located in the eastern part of town. The area doesn’t have much traffic other than the comings and goings of residents, and the streets are lined with trees. Amsterdam-Churchill is the kind of community where people know their neighbors. “I think people like Amsterdam-Churchill for the convenience of raising your kids in a community,” says Bos. Properties in the area tend to range from $600,000 to $900,000. Some properties can sell for $1.5 to $2.7 million, and these homes have around 1,000 more square feet than other properties in the area and lots up to 20 acres. Housing styles tend to be chalets, ranch-styles or farmhouses.
Some houses in Amsterdam-Churchill have larger plots of land with plenty of space for garages.
Farmhouses are also plentiful in Amsterdam-Churchill, with some enjoying up to 20 acres.
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Public and private school options
The Amsterdam School, which is kindergarten through eighth grade, has an A rating on Niche and earned a National Blue Ribbon School Award in 2023. Students go on to attend A-rated Manhattan Middle School and finish at Manhattan High School, which has a B-plus rating. Manhattan Christian School, which has a B-plus rating and is located in Amsterdam-Churchill, is also an option. The school serves kindergarten through twelfth grade. “People bring their kids from Bozeman and Belgrade to attend the Amsterdam School and the Manhattan Christian School,” says Bos. Sports are popular for students at Manhattan Christian School, including cross country, football and basketball.
Students from kindergarten through 8th grade attend the Amsterdam School in Amsterdam-Churchill.
Manhattan High School is where students can finish off their education in Amsterdam-Churchill.
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Getting around on I-90
Interstate 90, the primary way to get around the neighborhood, is about 10 miles away. I-90 also leads into Bozeman and Belgrade, allowing residents to feel connected to more opportunities in nearby cities. The Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is about 10 miles away, and the Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center is about 20 miles away.
Amsterdam-Churchill residents can fly out of the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.
The Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center isn't too far from Amsterdam-Churchill.
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Dutch Supper, drive-in movies and community auctions
The Manhattan Christian School hosts a Dutch Supper for the community. Traditional Dutch foods like kippen soep (chicken soup), snert (green pea soup) and roggebrood (rye and graham bread) fill the room with hearty smells. The supper event also has auctions along with a movie showing and craft time for kids. For a fun night out, people head to The Pasture Drive-In Theater, which is about two miles south from most homes in Amsterdam-Churchill, while the weather is warm.
Manhattan Christian School is another option for students in the Amsterdam-Churchill community.
Amsterdam-Churchill residents can enjoy a fun summer night at The Pasture Drive-In Theater.
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Getting out of town to shop
There are not many businesses or restaurants in Amsterdam-Churchill. For shopping and dining, residents head to Manhattan, Belgrade or Bozeman. People shop for groceries at Albertsons in Belgrade, or head into Bozeman to visit breweries and restaurants like Montana Ale Works. Bozeman also has retail shops at the Gallatin Valley Mall, like Macy’s and Barnes and Noble.
Albertsons is another option for shoppers looking to stock up on their groceries.
Not far from Amsterdam-Churchill, Montana Ale Works in Bozeman is a popular dining spot.
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Now available, Starfire Farms spans approximately 46 lush acres between Amsterdam and Churchill, Montana, just 20 minutes west of Bozeman. This unique property offers stunning views of the Spanish Peaks to the south, and the Bridger Mountains rising to the northeast. The land provides exceptional potential for homebuilding, with multiple prime sites positioned to take in spectacular sunsets,
Now available, Starfire Farms spans approximately 82 lush acres between Amsterdam and Churchill, Montana, just 20 minutes west of Bozeman. This unique property offers stunning views of the Spanish Peaks to the south, and the Bridger Mountains rising to the northeast. The land provides exceptional potential for homebuilding, with multiple prime sites positioned to take in spectacular sunsets,
Now available, Starfire Farms spans approximately 38 lush acres between Amsterdam and Churchill, Montana, just 20 minutes west of Bozeman. This unique property offers stunning views of the Spanish Peaks to the south, and the Bridger Mountains rising to the northeast. The land provides exceptional potential for homebuilding, with multiple prime sites positioned to take in spectacular sunsets,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,174
Median Age
41
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$117,499
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,610
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
75%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
58''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
4/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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