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Rolling farmland outside Helena
Helena Valley Southeast is a region of rolling farmland where the hazy outlines of mountains are always in view. The landscape is threaded with underground irrigation canals, and tall grass grows around the telephone poles and wire fences that line the long and straight roads in the neighborhood. The area is close to the homey atmosphere of East Helena, and only a few miles from Helena proper, and give homeowners plenty of land to explore and utilize.
Traditional country style ranch house with plenty of land in Helena Valley Southeast.
Farmhouses and stables are a feature of Helena Valley Southeast.
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Heading to the lake or the mountaintop
People head outside of the neighborhood to Lake Helena to fish, boat and hunt, or to hike around the tree-lined shores of the Helena Valley Reservoir. “There are trails for hiking and running.” says Anita Sherley, a Broker with Big Sky Brokers. “The trails are everywhere.” Heading towards Helena proper, hikers and mountain bikers can test their endurance against the terrain of Mount Helena, which has a variety of trails that begin just outside the limit of the city. There are also hiking trails to the east around the Helena Valley Reservoir, and along the Missouri River, about eight miles away.
Helena Reservoir is a lake favored by fishermen.
Clarks Bay Recreation Area is close by for boating and swimming.
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Subdivisions and farmhomes
Helena Valley Southeast is a mix of subdivisions with ranch-style and contemporary homes, where plots are around an acre or less, lawns are green and well-maintained, and driveways have trucks and basketball hoops. The area is also dotted with farmhouses on larger plots of land, where mountains are always visible in the distance. Properties tend to sell for between $350,000 and $850,000. Some newly built properties on multi-acre lots can go for over $1 million.
Newer ranch homes in a quiet Helena Valley Southeast neighborhood.
Helena Valley Southeast has a feeling of space that makes it attractive to many.
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East Helena K-12
The area is served by East Helena kindergarten through 12 grade, which has a B-plus rating on Niche. Radley Elementary School and East Valley Middle School both have B-minus ratings. East Helena High School has a C-plus rating and a variety of after-school activities for students to enjoy like outdoors, art and ukulele clubs.
Radley Elementary School, home of the Tigers.
East Valley Middle School is an attractive and modern campus.
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Getting around Helena
A car or truck is the best way to get around Helena Valley Southeast and into Helena proper, which is about five miles away. The neighborhood is next to the Helena Regional Airport and about five miles from Interstate 15. Although the neighborhood is close to the noise of the airport, there is a noise reduction program in place to help with noise pollution, and most of the residential areas fall outside of high decibel areas. St. Peter’s Health, the area’s hospital, is also about five miles away.
Capital Transit East Valley bus service offerrs 4 buses a day to downtown Helena.
Helena Valley Southeast is a mixture of farmland and residential areas.
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The best place in town for rodeo
The Lewis and Clark Fairground is the Helena hub for music, rodeo and other events. The Last Chance Stampede and Fair thunders into Helena every year, turning the fairground into a swirl of live music, rodeo performances and antique cars. Other seasonal events like Fall Fest provide activities for Helena year-round.
East Helena shopping and dining
The area borders East Helena, a small unincorporated community with characterful shops and restaurants. Creative Stitches sells fabric by the yard for quilters looking for the next colorful pattern to stitch into a quilt. A few blocks away, The Man Store sells cigars, tobacco and hot sauce. East Helena also has a Heritage Food Store and a few restaurants, like Smith’s Place, Leilani’s Lattes and Missouri River Brewing Company. Helena is about five miles away and has more restaurants like Shellie’s Country Café, and grocery stores like Van’s Thriftway.
Missouri River Brewing Company is a popular brew pub in the Helena Valley SE area.
Shellie's Country Cafe is a popular and well rated local restaurant.
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Transit
Airport
Helena Regional
8 min drive
Helena Valley Southeast Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Helena Valley Southeast, East Helena sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Helena Valley Southeast, East Helena over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Move-in ready log home on just under an acre in Helena with a mechanic’s dream Quonset hut! This beautifully maintained, single-level home blends rustic charm with modern updates, including newer windows, flooring, remodeled bath, pantry, and essential upgrades like serviced furnace, A/C mini-split, and newer roof. Enjoy evenings on the covered patio overlooking the landscaped yard. The heated
This single-level 3 bed, 2 bath home sits on 1.43 fully fenced acres in a peaceful northeast Helena Valley subdivision, Fox Crossing—just minutes from town, yet close to Canyon Ferry Lake, Helena National Forest, and easy access to prime Rocky Mountain recreation. Inside, enjoy high ceilings, new flooring, and an open-concept layout that connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas. The
Your complete turnkey home awaits in the beautiful east valley of Helena, Montana. Nestled on the outer edge of a small subdivision, and just a five minute drive from recreational heaven at Hauser Lake, The Causeway, Fox Ridge Golf Course, and nearby Holding Reservoir. Enjoy gatherings on the fully landscaped lawn, nurturing an established garden, or grilling on your back patio watching the sun
Just minutes from town, this charming four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offers a perfect blend of country living and convenience on nearly five acres. Enjoy the stunning 360-degree mountain views surrounding Helena from the newly rebuilt deck. With minimal covenants, the property gives you the freedom to build a large shop, start your dream garden, or finally bring home that horse you've
Discover the potential of this spacious 1,648 sq ft home nestled on a peaceful 1-acre property in the Helena Valley. Located on quite Lori Lane, this property offers privacy, space, and endless possibilities—perfect for anyone looking to add their personal touch. The home features 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms, generous living space with open floor plan potential. Bring your vision and make this house
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,395
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,528
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,632
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
21.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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