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Helena suburb near the outdoors
Lower West Side is a small Helena suburban neighborhood near parks, golf courses and Mount Helena. Homes tend to be well-maintained, and it's known as a well-established community. “People are pretty real and hard-working over here,” says Laurie Koutnik, a Broker/owner with Capital City Realty and 25-year Helena resident. “They spend money to take care of their houses and their families.”
Lower West Side streets on the base of Mount Helena.
Mount Helena sits majestically over the Lower West Side.
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Getting around Lower West Side
Lower West Side has access to Capital Transit bus stations along Euclid Avenue. Cars are the primary way to get around the area, whether to the grocery store or park. Interstate 15 is less than a mile from the neighborhood, while the Helena Regional Airport and St. Peter’s Health, is about four miles away.
Moblile City Mobile Park is on the west side of the neighborhood.
Lower West Side homes include ranch and bungalow homes.
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A chance for a meal at Last Chance Gulch
Last Chance Gulch is a popular dining area in Helena that's about five miles from Lower West Side. It's the premiere dining district in Helena, and people from all over the city see this as a go to for shopping and going out to eat. The restaurants and shops are set up inside historic buildings that were built along a gulch where gold was first discovered in 1864. Firetower Coffee is popular for an early morning coffee or an afternoon lunch, and Windbag Saloon serves burgers and microbrews out of a historic 1882 Italiante building. Most people grab groceries at Van’s Thriftway on Euclid Avenue, which is less than a mile from most homes in Lower West Side.
Dorothy's Lounge serves creative cocktails and stylish food.
Last Chance Gulch has restaurants and shops in a pedestrian open air mall.
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State parks and mountain hikes
People in Helena are willing to walk or drive to larger parks and mountainside to enjoy the expansive wilderness in those areas. Spring Meadow Lake State Park is less than a mile from Lower West Side. It's got trails for walkers and joggers, and the lake is popular for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding. Green Meadow Country Club is next door to the state park, and offers members an 18-hole course, clubhouse and pool. Mount Helena is a five-minute drive from the neighborhood, and has a series of hiking and mountain biking trails that lead up to the peak. "The bicycle and hiking trails are popular here," says Koutnik. "We're best known for that. The trails are all over."
Spring Meadow Lake is a beautiful lake in a State Park.
Mount Helena sits majestically over the Lower West Side.
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Big Sky views from the front yard
Lower West Side’s suburban streets all have one thing in common – views. Mount Helena is always in full view to the south, and the outline of the Scratchgravel Hills is visible to the north. Properties sell for between $250,000 and $400,000, and most homes are bungalows or ranch-style. There is also a mobile home community on the western side of the neighborhood, where units sell for $40,000 to $70,000.
The Lower West Side neighborhood sits below Mount Helena.
The Lower West Side has quiet streets and well tended landscaping.
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Helena Public Schools
The area is served by Helena Public Schools, which has a B-plus rating on Niche. Hawthorne Elementary School has a B rating and Helena Middle School has a B-plus. Capital High School has a B rating and a variety of after-school activities for students to enjoy like art & photography, green and science clubs. For higher education, Carroll College is a private institution on the neighborhood’s east side.
Hawthorne Elementary School sits among the trees at the top of the hill.
Capital HS has a modern campus and facilities.
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Rodeos, gun shows and monster truck rallies
The Lewis and Clark Fairground is the Helena hub for music, rodeo and other events, and Lower West Side is next door. 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 events like Fall Fest, gun shows and monster truck rallies provide activities that Lower West Side residents can practically walk to all year round.
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On average, homes in Lower West Side, Helena sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower West Side, Helena over the last 12 months is $400,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Step back in time with this charming home that blends a retro vibe with modern updates—including a new roof for peace of mind. This home has three bedrooms (1 non-conforming), 1+3/4 bathrooms and a large 2 car garage, 1 stall big enough for a camper or RV. This house sits on an oversized lot, so there is space for parking and outdoor activities. Perfectly located, this home is just under a mile
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West side NEW LISTING! Conveniently located near Helena's west side schools, parks, and the Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds. Owners have spent the last few years updating everything you can think of- full list available! This 3 bed, 2 bath darling home has served as a rental for the last 15 years, and now it's the time to make this your own. It includes a detached two car garage with additional rear
Now Offered at $110,900! 2-Bedroom, 1 Bath like new 2016 manufactured home offers 1024 sq.ft of comfortable living space with an inviting open layout. The interior feels light and airy, with large windows that bring in plenty of natural light. The kitchen, dining and living areas flow seamlessly, making it easy to relax or entertain.Situated on a leased lot, the home is already fully set up
Darla HirstCapital City Realty & Property Management
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