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North West

North West

Neighborhood in Helena, Montana

Lewis & Clark County 59601, 59602

$427,718 Average Value
$248 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Life between the golf course and the fairgrounds

Not only is Helena’s North West neighborhood close to events at the fairgrounds, shopping and dining, but it’s also a convenient place to live for golfers with the Bill Roberts Golf Course right next door. With easy access to some of the best community and cultural aspects Helena has to offer, North West is a good place to settle and become a Montanan. “People are friendly, people talk to you and life slows down,” says Blake Mendenhall, a broker with Bahny Realty and life-long Montana resident. “You enjoy things more.”
Golf enthusiasts enjoy a sunny day on North West Helena's Bill Roberts Golf Course.
Golf enthusiasts enjoy a sunny day on North West Helena's Bill Roberts Golf Course.
North West Helena's sprawling suburban layout offers plenty of space and scenic views.
North West Helena's sprawling suburban layout offers plenty of space and scenic views.
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Suburban living near popular amenities

The neighborhood’s suburban streets are lined with sidewalks, basketball hoops weighted down with tires or sandbags, and neatly trimmed lawns. Common housing styles include ranch-style homes, bungalows and split levels. Properties in North West tend to sell for $450,000 to $700,000.
Enjoy craft brews and lively conversation at Helena’s popular Copper Furrow Brewing.
Enjoy craft brews and lively conversation at Helena’s popular Copper Furrow Brewing.
A trip to the movies is easy with downtown's centrally located theater near North West Helena.
A trip to the movies is easy with downtown's centrally located theater near North West Helena.
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Neighborhood parks and the Missouri River 18 miles away

Recreation is found inside the neighborhood, with Ryan Park, Jaycee Park and Northwest Park, but Montanans are accustomed to driving regularly to get into nature. Golfers can pack up their clubs, grab a friend to play caddy and head to The Bill Roberts Golf Course, located next North West. Mount Helena, a popular place for hiking and mountain biking, is about two miles away. “The trail system around Helena is insane,” says Mendenhall, “you have all these recreational opportunities within 20 to 30 minutes of the city.” The Missouri River is about 17 miles away, or a 25-minute drive. It’s known as one of the best places to fish in Montana. Hauser Lake, located along the Missouri River, is a popular recreation area for people in Helena. “Most of the locals boat on Hauser Lake,” says Mendenhall.
Ryan Park’s inviting bleachers offer a front-row seat to community baseball games.
Ryan Park’s inviting bleachers offer a front-row seat to community baseball games.
Bill Carson Memorial Park honors history with a tank display amidst lush greenery in Helena.
Bill Carson Memorial Park honors history with a tank display amidst lush greenery in Helena.
kids enjoy a wakeboard session on the Missouri River near North West Helena.
kids enjoy a wakeboard session on the Missouri River near North West Helena.
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Capital High is next to home

The area is served by Helena Public Schools, which has a B rating on Niche. Students start at Four Georgians Elementary School, rated B and move onto C.R. Anderson Middle School, rated B-plus. Capital High School, rated B, is located in the neighborhood and offers a variety of after-school activities, like art & soul, French and performance clubs.
Four Georgians Elementary School
Four Georgians Elementary School
Helena Middle School
Helena Middle School
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Rodeo, monster trucks and live music

The Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds, next to the neighborhood, is Helena's hub for events, especially rodeo. The Last Chance Stampede & Fair shakes the ground every July and transforms the fairgrounds into a festival of horses, antique cars and cowboys. Throughout the year, the fairgrounds host gun shows, monster truck rallies and concerts. In Last Chance Gulch, the Alive at Five concert series livens up the area from June to August. A variety of local bands and musicians perform at Women’s Park and the Lewis & Clark Tap Room on Wednesday evenings.

Busses, planes, and automobiles

Helena’s Capital Transit System offers curb-to-curb service through an app, where commuters can select their pick-up and drop-off locations. Interstate 15 is about two miles away and provides access to nearby natural areas like the Missouri River. Helena Regional Airport is about three miles away, and Saint Peter’s Health is about five miles away.
The sprawling highways of Helena provide easy access to the scenic landscapes beyond the city.
The sprawling highways of Helena provide easy access to the scenic landscapes beyond the city.
A quiet moment at a Helena bus stop, a gateway to the city's many destinations.
A quiet moment at a Helena bus stop, a gateway to the city's many destinations.
Helena’s Capital Transit system connects residents across Helena.
Helena’s Capital Transit system connects residents across Helena.
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Shopping to the south and east

North West is about two miles from major shopping retailers and downtown Helena. In a series of shopping centers to the east, Target, Costco and Ross make shopping trips convenient. To the south, Last Chance Gulch, Helena’s premiere dining district where Helena prospectors first discovered gold in 1864, provides dining, entertainment and nightlife. People sit down to eat at restaurants like Benny’s Bistro and Gold Bar, and shop at Great Divide Cyclery and Cobblestone Clothing. For a night out, Cinemark Helena and the Grandstreet Theater provide entertainment and culture to the city. There are bars and breweries as well, like Brothers Tapworks and Blackfoot River Brewing Company, making nightlife a part of the experience in Last Chance Gulch.
The large stone architecture of Last Chance Gulch south of North West Helena.
The large stone architecture of Last Chance Gulch south of North West Helena.
Convenient shopping options like Target make daily errands simple in Helena.
Convenient shopping options like Target make daily errands simple in Helena.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Helena Regional

9 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North West US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

North West Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$467,500
Median Sale Price
$445,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$473,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$442,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$344,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$248

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
702
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,207
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,332
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,242
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,941
Median Age
40
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,519
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,193

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
61.4%

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®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

12 / 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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