$486,804Average Value$261Average Price per Sq Ft13Homes For Sale
Equally close to the Mountain and the marketplace
Under the shadow of Mount Helena lies Upper West Side, a suburb that’s a step outside the mountainside and its hiking trails. "You can walk out of your office door and be on the trails in less than five minutes," says Anita Sherley, a Broker with Big Sky Brokers. Upper West Side is located southwest of Euclid Avenue, one of the city’s main thoroughfares. Euclid Avenue is home restaurants and shops, plus it gives residents access to Interstate 15, the Helena Regional Airport and Saint Peter’s Health, the city’s hospital.
The Upper West Side is nestled at the base of Mount Helena.
Views of the mountains and the valley are always to be enjoyed in the Upper West Side.
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Homes next to Mount Helena
Upper West Side is laid out in a tight grid, where the streets are lined with sidewalks and lawns are green and well-maintained. There are a variety of home styles in the neighborhood, like ranch, bungalow and split levels. There are also chalet-style homes on the eastern side of the neighborhood. The neighborhood’s west side has historic craftsmen, Queen Anne and shingle-style homes that are often 100 years old or more. Most properties in the neighborhood go for $500,000-$800,000, older properties on the west side go for $1-$2 million, and east side properties go for between $600,000 and $900,000.
The Upper West Side has a wide variety of architectural styles represented.
Chalet style homes can be found in the Upper West Side.
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Helena Public Schools
The area is served by Helena Public Schools, which has a B-plus rating on Niche. Warren Elementary School has a B rating and Helena Middle School has a B-plus. Helena High School has a B, and offers variety of after-school activities for students to enjoy like outdoors, art and ukulele clubs.
Hawthorne Elementary School nestled among the trees up the Upper West Side.
Helena Middle School scores a B grade on Niche.
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Bus stops and roadways near Upper West Side
Helena is served by Capital Transit, which has two bus stops along Euclid Avenue in Upper West Side. Interstate 15 is less than a mile from the neighborhood, and Helena Regional Airport and St. Peter’s Health, the area’s hospital, are about four miles away.
Capital Transit is available for scheduling trips around town via the Capital Transit app.
The Upper West Side is a quiet residential neighborhood great for families.
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Trails just outside the front door
Mount Helena is next to the neighborhood, and it's full of hiking trails, and some, like the Tubbs Trailhead, start inside Upper Westside’s borders. People hike up the mountainside, all year, and especially during the warmer months. The mountainside is covered in whitebark pine, Douglas fir and Engelmann spruce trees and hikers can head to different attractions like Devil’s Kitchen, the peak of the mountain and a rock climbing area, accessible via the 1906 trail, a 1.5-mile loop up the mountain.
The Tubbs Trailhead at Mt Helena is a beautiful trail up the mountain.
The Upper West Side is a quiet residential neighborhood great for families.
Mount Helena in the golden light of sunset from the Upper West Side.
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Eating and dining near Upper West Side
Upper West side is close to a variety of restaurants around the city. Staggering Ox is a popular Montana sandwich chain with a location just across Euclid Avenue from Upper West Side and the Early Bird Café is a few blocks from many houses in the neighborhood. There are also a variety of breweries like Mount Ascension Brewery at Last Chance Gulch, a popular dining district about two miles from the neighborhood. For groceries, most head to Van’s Thriftway.
Head to the Staggering Ox a stylishly funky restaurant serving unique sandwiches, and salads.
The Early Bird Cafe is a favorite breakfast and lunch spot in the neighborhood.
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A stampede of music, rodeo and fun
The Lewis and Clark Fairground is about three miles north of Upper West Side. It's 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 seasonal events like Fall Fest provide activities for people all over Helena year-round.
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Parks in this Area
Reeder's Alley
Mount Ascension
Transit
Airport
Helena Regional
20 min drive
Bus
Madison Ave & Euclid St
Bus
1200 Blk Grant St.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper West Side
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper West Side, Helena sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upper West Side, Helena over the last 12 months is $541,251, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming West Side Condo with Breathtaking Views.Discover comfort, convenience, and stunning scenery in this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo on Helena’s desirable west side. With 1,128 square feet of living space, this home offers a perfect blend of functionality and charm.Enjoy expansive valley views from your private deck, including a picturesque look at the Sleeping Giant
Kelly WirtzEngel & Völkers Western Frontier - Helena
A rare gem nestled at the base of Mount Helena on the sought after Upper West side. Sweeping views of the Helena Valley and the Sleeping Giant will impress your guests in this wonderful entertaining space. Turn key main level living with a modern updated kitchen, new flooring, gas fireplace, and spacious living room. Enjoy the glorious Montana spring and summer months with outdoor living on the
Live out your downtown Helena dreams in this historic charmer. Just steps from the trails and a short walk or bike to all the heart of Helena has to offer, this location is a rare find! This home has it all. 2 main level bedrooms and bathrooms, and a darling upstairs kid "suite" with play room and views of the city. A stunning updated dining room and living room with 14 foot ceilings will have
Come see this adorable ranch-style home on the westside. Full of charm. Warm wood floors lead you from the inviting living and dining area, with tons of natural light to two main-level bedrooms, both serene and welcoming, with big closets. The main living area features a lovely mid-century corner window in the dining space that leads into a cheerful kitchen with retro green cabinetry, contrasting
Reflecting the real historical beginnings of Helena, the Adami Barn surely has stories to tell! Listen… can you hear them? One of a kind property nestled next to Helena's historic Reeder's Alley. One of Helena's earliest standing structures, this remarkable stone building was crafted in the 1870's from locally quarried stone, originally built as the Adami Barn. According to historical data,
Spacious 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment – Prime Location!12 month lease. Looking for a well-maintained and generously sized 1 bed, 1 bath apartment? This charming unit is just minutes from Helena’s scenic walking trails and convenient shopping spots.Enjoy the comfort of large, open rooms, with the added bonus of only paying for gas. Even better—free high-speed Wi-Fi is
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,816
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,999
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,498
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
59%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
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®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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