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Convenient Helena suburb
North Central is a Helena suburb that’s close to the highway, shopping centers and a golf course. “You’d move there for the shopping. There’s a plethora of things to do out there,” says Laurie Koutnik, a Broker/owner with Capital City Realty. The neighborhood is known for its convenience, whether it’s to stores and restaurants, or the trails around Mount Helena. “The trails are all over,” says Koutnik.”
Enjoy a panoramic view of North Central from atop Mount Helena.
The Last Chance Gulch Walking Mall is a vibrant shopping hub just south of North Central.
North Central Helena's neighborhood showcases a mix of home styles and mature trees.
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Subdivisions, sidewalks and mobile homes
North Central’s streets are laid out in a grid, with a few cul-de-sacs and dead ends mixed into the lush streetscape of neatly trimmed lawns and clean sidewalks. Houses closer to the Bill Roberts Golf Course tend to go for between $600,000 and $900,000. Townhomes with tidy lawns sell at the lower end of this price range, and shingle-roofed cottages and shed-roofed modern-style homes sit at the top, mostly in the Cloverview Estates subdivision that overlooks the golf course. Houses that sell around the median price tend to be ranch homes, split-levels and brick bungalows. There is also a subdivision in the northernmost part of the neighborhood with suburban-style homes that have a variety of stylistic elements, often mixing craftsmen, colonial and ranch styles together, where houses sell for between $400,000 to $550,000. There is also a mobile home park in North Central, where units tend to sell for between $80,000 and $120,000.
North Central's row of attached mid-century homes adds a retro charm to Helena's urban landscape
Welcoming entrance to McHugh Mobile Home Park in North Central, Helena.
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From the driving range to the mountaintop
Golfers couldn’t pick a more convenient neighborhood than North Central. The Bill Roberts Golf Course is within walking distance from many homes in the neighborhood, and Cloverview Estate residents practically live on the course. If the driving range feels too tame, Mount Helena is about two miles away. The trails climb up the mountainside and lead to the peak and Devil’s Kitchen, a cave entrance of blackened, scorched-looking rock along the popular 1906 trail.
A man watches the ball soar at Bill Roberts Golf Course, a North Central golfing gem.
The sunset over the mountains surrounding North Central in Helena is breathtaking.
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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.
Hawthorne Elementary School
Helena Middle School
Helena High School dates back to 1876.
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Rodeos, gun shows and live music
About two miles from North Central, 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 events like Fall Fest, gun shows and monster truck rallies provide activities for residents of all recreational persuasions can enjoy.
Getting around North Central
North Central has access to a few Capital Transit bus stations throughout the neighborhood. Cars are the primary way to get around the area, whether to the grocery store, local park, or national park. Interstate 15 is less than a mile from the neighborhood, along with the Helena Regional Airport and St. Peter’s Health, the area’s hospital.
There's only one bus stop at the Capital Transit Center in North Central, Helena.
Interstate 15 connects North Central to the rest of Montana, including Butte and Bozeman.
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A mix of old charm and new convenience
Residents are close to shopping centers off Interstate 15, mostly full of big box stores like Target, Lowe’s and Costco. “You have that built-up feel around the north end,” says Koutnik. One of the benefits of living in this area is the easy access to these national retailers. For local flavor, Last Chance Gulch is a popular dining area in Helena that's about five miles from North Central. “Last Chance Gulch has that old-school charm,” says Koutnik. “It’s authentic, you’ve got all the old buildings that keep the history going.” The restaurants and shops are set up inside historic buildings built along a gulch where Helena's gold was first discovered in 1864. Firetower Coffee is popular for an early morning cup of coffee or an afternoon lunch, and Windbag Saloon serves burgers and microbrews out of a historic 1882 Italianate building. The Montana Book company is a favorite of bookworms looking for their next read, and Cobblestone Clothing sells contemporary women’s clothing. Most people grab groceries at Target or Costco in the shopping centers along Interstate 15, less than a mile from North Central.
A moose head at the Windbag Saloon is a quirky highlight in North Central's lively scene.
Famous Footwear and other retailers lie just east of North Central for convenient shopping.
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Parks in this Area
Memorial Park
Nature Park
Centennial / Bausch Park
Mount Helena
Canyon Ferry Lake
Transit
Airport
Helena Regional
7 min drive
Bus
Carroll College
Bus
Aspen St. & National St.
Bus
3300 Bk. Ptarmigan Ln
Bus
800 Blk Tara Ct.
Bus
2000 Blk National St.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Central
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Central Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Central, Helena sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in North Central, Helena over the last 12 months is $459,900, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming centrally-located home, offering close proximity to Carroll College, Bill Roberts Golf Course, the City Pool, Centennial and Nature Park, and of course Downtown. Stepping inside, you will find this home has many modern updates, while keeping some original charm. Luxury vinyl plank flows throughout, complementing the home’s timeless built-ins that add both character and
Come check out this well maintained two bed, two bath mobile home in Mchugh trailer park. Enjoy the central location, and low maintenance of this home. Current rent (increase effective June 1 2025) is $575Water: $30Garbage: $15Sewer: Pro rata by the number of occupied lots ($37.52)All applicants can email me for background check information. The cost is $50 per adult. Community Guidelines
Don't miss this beautiful condo! Incredible views of the golf course and Mt Helena out the large windows of this very well maintained 3 bed, 2 bath condo. Live on the top floor of the building for peace and privacy. The tuck under garage has plenty of EXTRA space for storage or bikes, etc. Access to everything is just minutes away - shopping, gas, and the I-15 freeway. Call Sandra Kokoruda at
Charming 2-Bedroom Mobile Home in McHugh Trailer Court – Helena, MTThis well-maintained 1994 14’ x 52’ mobile home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and comes fully furnished, including a stackable washer and dryer—move-in ready! Enjoy peaceful evenings on the deck overlooking a beautifully manicured lawn.Effective June 2025, the lot rent will be $575/month, with an additional $45/month charge
Big, bright, and centrally located Helena townhome featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. LVP flooring. This sits close to Target, schools, golf and restaurants, and provides easy access to the highway from Custer exits. Well-behaved dogs (HOA restricts some breeds) will be allowed and there is a small fenced-in back yard. You’ll have access to a single car attached garage and driveway
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,052
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,135
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,002
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
45.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
% Population in Labor Force
59.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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