South Central Billings
Neighborhood in Billings, Montana
Yellowstone County 59101
Midcentury homes to the north, modern homes to the south
Housing in South Central varies dramatically depending on where one looks. “It’s basically two different neighborhoods split by the interstate,” says Polly Kovash, broker/owner at Metro Realtors, who has worked in the area for over 40 years. “On the north side, you have a mix of more modest houses built in the '50s, '60s and '70s. South of I-90, you have more modern developments that feel a bit more like the West End.” The north side of the neighborhood is dominated by late-midcentury ranch-style homes with a little less square footage but slightly larger yards, while most of the housing developments south of Interstate 90 feature two-story Craftsman houses and larger contemporary ranch-style homes. Houses on the north side generally sell for $240,000 to $400,000, while more modern homes on the south side usually list for $400,000 to $600,000. Pockets of newer townhome developments have emerged on the south side in the last two decades, with properties generally selling for $300,000 to $400,000.Multiple parks along the Yellowstone River
Local green space is concentrated on the south side of the neighborhood, where multiple parks can be found along the Yellowstone River. Riverfront Park, Norm Schoenthal Island and the Montana Audobon Center contain an interconnected network of well-maintained walking trails that pass by multiple boat launches and several excellent fishing spots along the river and its branches. The river is popular with boaters, floaters and swimmers in the summer, and is known for its world-class trout fishing.Highly rated schools in the Billings Public Schools district
The local schools are overseen by the Billings Public Schools district. Elysian Elementary School and Elysian Middle School both have A-minus grades on Niche, while Billings West High School has a B-plus. West High offers dual enrollment classes for college credit through Montana State University Billings, which is located on the north side of town.I-90 makes commuting simple
I-90 runs through the heart of the neighborhood, making for easy commuting to Lockwood, Laurel and greater Billings. The highway is bordered on either side by commercial and industrial zones, and traffic noise isn’t much of a problem in the residential portion of the neighborhood. MET Transit provides limited bus service through the area, with routes primarily focused on connecting retail centers to the downtown core. It’s about 5 miles by car from the neighborhood to Billings-Logan International Airport, which offers direct flights to 15 destinations in the U.S.Big-box shopping along King Avenue
The neighborhood is shaped by its commercial corridors, particularly King Avenue, which runs parallel to I-90. Big-box stores like Cabela’s and Sam’s Club define the local retail landscape, but residents are also just a short drive away from the locally owned shops of downtown Billings. “It’s definitely easy to get your shopping done,” says Kovash. “But it’s also just a mile or two to downtown via Montana Avenue. And downtown has really come together over the last 10 years. It’s become a real destination, especially the restaurants and breweries.” There are also several popular chain restaurants within South Central, along with a few highly rated local eateries like Muzzle Loader Cafe, a favorite breakfast spot for longtime Billings residents.
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Andrew Moreno
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jamie Lee Rindahl
Jamie Lee Rindahl
eXp Realty, LLC - Billings
(406) 500-8530
34 Total Sales
4 in South Central Billings
$115K - $293K Price Range
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Karen Campbell
Karen Campbell
NextHome Peaks to Prairie
(406) 412-3561
69 Total Sales
5 in South Central Billings
$190K - $435K Price Range
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Dan Patterson
Dan Patterson
Berkshire Hathaway HS Floberg
(406) 290-7352
159 Total Sales
1 in South Central Billings
$243,000 Price
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Leanne Bodell
Leanne Bodell
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway Home Services Montana Properties
(406) 324-7937
373 Total Sales
1 in South Central Billings
$590,000 Price
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Deb Parker
Deb Parker
Parker & Co.
(406) 506-4787
94 Total Sales
1 in South Central Billings
$280,000 Price
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Ronald Boyd
Ronald Boyd
Team Boyd REALTORS
(406) 412-3108
57 Total Sales
2 in South Central Billings
$245K - $274K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Amend Park
Norm's Island
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Central Billings | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Central Billings Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Central Billings, Billings sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in South Central Billings, Billings over the last 12 months is $337,854, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$335,000
Median Sale Price
$337,854
Median Single Family Sale Price
$334,330
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$315,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
160
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,466
Number of Homes for Sale
53
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,672
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,434
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,098
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 1:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 2pm
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,349 - $1,649 per month
- Home Run Patio Home Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 5703 N Mets Way
- Billings, MT
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$1,275 - $1,549 per month
- Grand Slam Patio Home Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 5629 Reds Way
- Billings, MT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,788
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,962
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,509
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.3%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
South Side
Longstanding working-class neighborhood close to the heart of Billings
West End
Bustling suburban neighborhood with tons of shopping
Shiloh
A semi-rural neighborhood with modern houses and easy freeway access
West Shiloh
Growing community with new homes and retailers, 8 miles from downtown Billings
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