South Central
Neighborhood in Bozeman, Montana
Gallatin County 59715
Historic homes ripe for remodeling
South Central is best known for its highly sought-after historic homes. Turreted Queen Annes, Tudor Revival and remodeled cottages line the streets. Prices tend to range from $1.5 to $2 million. Many houses in the district were built in the early 1900s, so homeowners looking to remodel adhere to strict city guidelines. They’re aimed at maintaining the aesthetic identity of the neighborhood while bringing interior elements like appliances and furnishings up to date. Most houses can’t expand horizontally but are allowed to build upwards, so some homeowners add entire floors to some properties. Within the city’s guidelines, there is a certain degree of creative freedom that can add value to homes. “It’s really neat, what you can do with some of the houses,” says Wolfe Schaan. “People can upgrade them; they just have to communicate with the city. I think it’s a great opportunity.”Lunchtime bike rides on the Gallagator Linear Trail
Gallagator Linear Trail, located on the neighborhood’s southern edge, used to be a railway, but today most of the wheels spinning along its path are attached to bicycles. “Sometimes I’ll just take my bike out there on my lunch break, says Mitch Hanson, a Broker with Keller Williams Montana Realty. The trail leads to Peets Hill/Burke Park to the north, which is a popular spot for hiking and sledding. The Story Mansion, with its turrets, columned porch and dormered windows, might be mistaken as a typical house in South Central. It sits on a 2.5-acre park that’s open for public use, and people often stroll the grounds and read underneath towering trees that surround the lot. The Story Mansion has a long history in Bozeman. First built by an 1860s businessman and later used as a fraternity house, today it’s a national landmark that can be rented out for events, like kids' summer camp.A ratings for Bozeman Public School
South Central is served by Bozeman Public Schools, which has an A rating on Niche. Longfellow Elementary School has an A rating and Chief Joseph Middle School has an A-minus rating. Bozeman High School has an A rating and has popular athletic programs in basketball and football.Art spaces and houses of worship
The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture is home to three art spaces that host exhibits from regionally and nationally known artists. The Emerson Center also offers events like lectures, comedy shows and political events. South Central is also home to several churches that often hold community events in addition to weekly service.Hopping on I-90 to reach a camping or hiking spot
The primary route in and out of the city is Interstate 90, about two miles away. Hiking, camping, hunting and fishing are a way of life in Bozeman. Residents are often willing to drive an hour or more to reach a good location. South Central also has access to Streamline Bus stops along Main Street. The Bozeman International Airport is in Belgrade, about 10 miles away, and the Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center is two miles away.Bustling downtown Bozeman next door
South Central has limited dining and shopping options in the neighborhood, but less than a mile away is Downtown Bozeman, which is packed with restaurants, shops and bars. In fact, plenty of homes are a few hundred yards from West Main Street. The area has a mix of retail shops like Lululemon, Alara Jewelry and Schnee’s, an outdoor apparel shop. Jam! often has a 15-20 minute wait for breakfast, and 1864 and Copper are popular spots for an evening drink. Most people in South Central shop for groceries at the Bozeman Co-Op on West Main Street, right in South Central.Crime score is lower than national average
The neighborhood scores a 3 out of 10 on the CAP Crime Index, which is lower than the national average of 4.
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Conor Lobb
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joe Duval
Joe Duval
Montana Life Real Estate
(406) 518-7622
132 Total Sales
1 in South Central
$1,295,000 Price
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Dianne Click
Dianne Click
Bozeman Brokers
(406) 763-7833
121 Total Sales
3 in South Central
$469K - $979K Price Range
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Cheryl Ridgely
Cheryl Ridgely
ERA Landmark Real Estate
(406) 518-7662
27 Total Sales
1 in South Central
$470,000 Price
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Pam McCutcheon
Pam McCutcheon
Small Dog Realty
(406) 823-3137
91 Total Sales
1 in South Central
$1,585,500 Price
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Nick Zimmer
Nick Zimmer
Responds QuicklyCrosscurrent Real Estate
(406) 521-1358
134 Total Sales
2 in South Central
$1.6M - $1.8M Price Range
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PollyAnna Snyder
PollyAnna Snyder
Responds QuicklyEngel & Volkers - Bozeman
(406) 602-0691
234 Total Sales
6 in South Central
$470K - $2.1M Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Story Mansion Park
Langohr Gardens Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Gallagator Linear Trail
Langhor Park Climbing Boulder
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Central | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Central Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Central, Bozeman sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in South Central, Bozeman over the last 12 months is $749,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,100,000
Median Sale Price
$749,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,650,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$505,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$484,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$531
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
359
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1924
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,670
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,377
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,613
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,249
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,819
Median Age
35
Population under 18
15.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,561
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,283
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
76.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 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.
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