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Close to parks, hiking trails and Helena College
Lower East Side is a an up and coming neighborhood that's home to three parks, and is only two miles north of Mount Ascension and Mount Helena. “The city has been investing in Lower East Side,” says Maria Demaray, a Broker with Big Sky Brokers who’s sold homes in Helena. “Helena College has a great campus over there.” The college has elements that are open to the community, like it's teaching salon and library.
Enjoy breathtaking views of Helena from the summit of Mount Helena.
Lower East Side buildings have beautiful murals to match the colors of the city.
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A mix of bungalows, cottages and split levels off Interstate 15
Lower East Side has a mix of single-family residences, an apartment complex, and some commercial buildings on the neighborhood’s southeast side. Single-family homes in Lower East Side tend to sell for $180,000 and $300,000, and duplexes sell for between $500,000 and $550,000. Housing styles in the neighborhood tend to be cottage, bungalow and split levels. “There are a lot of people purchasing homes there and fixing them up,” says Demaray.
Owners take great pride in maintaining their homes in Lower East Side.
Residents of Lower East Side enjoy a quiet neighborhood.
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Parks in the neighborhood, trails a short drive away
Lower East Side has three parks that residents can enjoy. Ramey Park is the neighborhood’s largest, and has multipurpose fields and a running track. Sherron Park has a playground, and Robinson Park has a long walking path through the middle of an open field. The Beattie Street and Bompart Hill trailheads that lead up Mount Ascension are about two miles away to the south, and about the same distance to the west, hikers can head up Mount Helena’s 1906 trail which is about 3 miles long.
Ramey Park has a well maintained playground for children to enjoy.
Exploring Mount Ascension's trails by bike offers a peaceful escape into nature.
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Everyone goes to Last Chance Gulch
People grab fast food at restaurants along Prospect Avenue, or head to Steve's Cafe for breakfast. For more shopping and dining, most head to Last Chance Gulch, Helena’s well-trafficked shopping and dining district is about two miles away from Lower East Side. “Helena is a small town, and everyone tends to go to the same places,” says Demaray. “People love On Broadway, it’s been a Helena staple for years.” People also shop in Last Chance Gulch at stores like Great Divide Cyclery, fourOsix and the Montana Book Company. For groceries, Albertson’s or Safeway are both less than half a mile from the neighborhood along Prospect Avenue.
Safeway is available to all Lower East Side residents.
Steve's Cafe in Lower East Side has good food.
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Helena Public Schools
Bryant Elementary School has a C rating from Niche and Helena Middle School has a B-plus. Helena High School is located in the neighborhood, has a B rating, and holds a variety of after-school activities for students to enjoy. Helena College University of Montana is also in the neighborhood, with its campus adjacent to Helena High School.
Students enjoy going to Bryant School.
Helena Middle School scores a B grade on Niche.
Helena High School dates back to 1876.
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Getting around Lower East Side
Driving is a big part of life in Montana, whether it’s heading to the Bob Marshall Wilderness Park 100 miles from Lower East Side or the mile-and-a-half trip to Last Chance Gulch. Helena itself is only about seven miles across, small enough that any destination inside or just out of the city is a quick drive. The Helena Regional Airport is about three miles away, and St. Peter’s Hospital is about two miles from the neighborhood.
Rodeo riding and seasonal festivals in Helena
Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds, about four miles west of Lower East Side is a go-to in Helena for rodeo and other live events. The Last Chance Stampede and Fair visits Helena every July, turning the fairground into a lively mix of rodeo performances, live music and antique cars. September’s Fall Fest provides activities for people after rodeo season, and concerts and other events are held at the fairgrounds year-round.
Houses of Worship
Saint Mary's Catholic Community Church, located in the neighborhood, has a community garden called the Jubilee Garden. It's open for the public to walk around in, and donates food to the Helena Food Share. The Hannaford Street Bible hosts a men's breakfast the first and third Thursday of the month from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.
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Lower East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower East Side, Helena sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower East Side, Helena over the last 12 months is $315,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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