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South East Helena

South East Helena

$546,000 Average Value

Close to downtown Helena and hiking trails

Located off Highway 287, South East Helena is a small community mostly made up of manufactured homes. Convenience is key in the neighborhood. It’s about 15 miles from the Missouri River, a popular boating and fishing area, and two miles from downtown Helena.
Watch a beautiful sunset in South East Helena.
Watch a beautiful sunset in South East Helena.
Homes in South East Helena sit on cozy, well maintained lots.
Homes in South East Helena sit on cozy, well maintained lots.
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Homes in South East Helena

Properties in South East Helena tend to be manufactured homes and sell for $50,000 to $100,000. It’s common to see American Flags hanging from front porches and basketball hoops out front. People often set up chairs and picnic tables in the front yard and build swing sets in the backyard for the kids.
This manufactured gem sits prominently on a corner lot in South East Helena.
This manufactured gem sits prominently on a corner lot in South East Helena.
Manufactured homes with a tidy lawn in South East Helena.
Manufactured homes with a tidy lawn in South East Helena.
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Getting around Helena with Capital Transit

Interstate 15 is about a mile from the neighborhood and provides access to the greater Helena region. Helena’s Capital Transit System offers curb-to-curb service through an app, where commuters can select their pick-up and drop-off locations. Helena Regional Airport is about three miles away, and Saint Peter’s Health is about two miles away.
South East Helena offers public transportation.
South East Helena offers public transportation.
Helena Airport is a small friendly airport to get in and out of easily in South East Helena.
Helena Airport is a small friendly airport to get in and out of easily in South East Helena.
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Last Chance Gulch offers plenty of shopping

Three miles from the neighborhood is Downtown Helena, also called Last Chance Gulch, which is a walkable mall lined with restaurants, breweries and shops. ”We have several breweries that are outstanding, like the Lewis and Clark Taproom,” says Garcia. On Broadway, an Italian restaurant has been a Helena staple for 45 years, and Gold Bar serves acclaimed burgers. “They probably have the best burgers in town,” says Laurie Koutnik, a Broker/owner with Capital City Realty. Shopping and entertainment are also available at Last Chance Gulch, whether book shopping at Montana Book Company, looking for new bike tires at Great Divide Cyclery, or going to the movies at Cinemark Helena. Most people do their grocery shopping at Walmart Supercenter, located just across Highway 287.
Just outside South East Helena is Gold Bar where residents love to grab a drink with friends.
Just outside South East Helena is Gold Bar where residents love to grab a drink with friends.
Downtown Helena gets busy on Friday nights not far from South East Helena.
Downtown Helena gets busy on Friday nights not far from South East Helena.
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The Missouri River to east, Mount Helena and South Hills close by

Helena is known for its access to wilderness and outdoor recreation. “In Helena, we’ve got a unique opportunity that not a lot of cities in Montana offer,” says Garcia. “We’ve got a diverse selection of lakes, and the Missouri River flows through here,” says Nick Garcia, a Realtor with Bill Bahny and Associates and Helena resident. Mount Helena’s hiking trails are two miles to the west of South East Helena, and the Missouri River is 15 miles to the east. Hauser and Canyon Ferry Lakes are along the river and offer accessible fishing and boating spots. Plus, South Hills offers more hiking and biking trails.
Hauser Lake is just a few miles from South East Helena with stunning views.
Hauser Lake is just a few miles from South East Helena with stunning views.
Nob Hill Park has stunning views to take in.
Nob Hill Park has stunning views to take in.
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Helena Schools rated B plus

The area is served by Helena Public Schools, which has a B rating on Niche. Smith Elementary School has a B-plus rating. Helena Middle School and Helena High School both have B ratings, and Helena High School has a variety of after-school activities, like choir, chess and ukulele clubs.

Live music over the summer

Helena is packed with events over the summer, with musical outings like Alive at Five, a concert series from June to August, and Live on the Gulch, a music and dance event on Saturdays in May. “People bring out their folding chairs and enjoy the walking mall during Live on the Gulch,” says Garcia. The Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds, about five miles from South East Helena, hosts concerts, monster truck rallies and gun shows. The Last Chance Stampede, a rodeo, is also held at the fairgrounds in July.
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Transit

Airport

Helena Regional

10 min drive

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1
Median Year Built
2013
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,496
Above the national average
1,924

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
451
Median Age
36
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$63,984
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,782

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.6%
Advanced Degrees
11.7%
% Population in Labor Force
55.3%
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®

12 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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