$544,694Average Value$269Average Price per Sq Ft16Homes 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.
1/2
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.
1/2
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.
1/2
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.
1/2
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.
1/3
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.
1/2
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.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Are you familiar with the Upper West Side neighborhood?
to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper West Side
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Upper West Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper West Side, Helena sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper West Side, Helena over the last 12 months is $473,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Experience the best of Helena living in this luxury condo located on the desirable Westside—just moments from the Mount Helena trail system and only minutes from the vibrant downtown scene. This beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers a spacious 3,580 sq. ft. open floor plan with high-end finishes throughout. The expansive master suite features private deck access and breathtaking
Welcome to 524 Hauser Blvd, a charming and thoughtfully maintained home nestled in the heart of Helena’s desirable West Side neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets and close proximity to all of Helena's downtown amenities, parks, shopping, and dining. This classic and comfortable home blends historic charm with modern comforts. Two large bedrooms on the main floor and two in the bright and
Last Chance in Benchmark PUD – Prime Upper Westridge Heights Development Opportunity: This Upper Westside pre-platted tract of land within the city limits represents a unique opportunity, as it is the last available parcel that is in this sought after area of Phase II of the Benchmark PUD Subdivision located in the Westridge Heights. This pre-platted 4.4-acre tract is an exceptional opportunity
Available 4/4/2025! Built in 2022, this 3 bed, 3.5 bath townhouse has 2,000 square feet of high-end finishes. The unit comes complete with attached garage, all appliances (dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer, gas range, fridge with ice maker), gas heat and AC. Live within walking distance of Carroll, downtown shopping and restaurants, and the Mount Helena trails and enjoy the tiled showers,
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
