Lower Rattlesnake
Neighborhood in Missoula, Montana
Missoula County 59802
Established homes on tree-lined streets
Homes in Lower Rattlesnake are in a suburban setting that feels more secluded than it is. Mature trees line the neighborhood streets, and the Rattlesnake Mountains tower above the community, which is just a mile from downtown. Houses are typically close together, and most streets have sidewalks. Buyers can choose from bungalows, Craftsmans and ranch-style homes, many of which are from the early to mid-1900s and have been renovated. Finding a home in the area can sometimes take a while. “People that definitely want to be in the Rattlesnake have to be prepared to wait because there’s not going to be a lot of inventory. It’s just harder to get in there,” Rye says. Homes in the neighborhood typically cost between $500,000 and $750,000.Natural recreation all around Lower Rattlesnake
Greenough Park is a large natural area in the center of the neighborhood. Rattlesnake Creek flows through the park, which has a forested trail in the east and a paved path in the west. The trails are constantly full of people walking or sitting on one of the park benches, watching the creek make its way south toward the Clark Fork River. The park also has a large picnic pavilion and playground. In the neighborhood’s southeast corner, the Mount Jumbo trailhead offers access to vast open areas in the Rattlesnake Mountains. While there are multiple trails to explore here, the most popular is a 1.7-mile hike leading to a large concrete L, representing the local Catholic school, Loyola Sacred Heart High School. Pineview Park is another draw for outdoor recreation, just north of the neighborhood. “You have a park back there with anything you could imagine. It has tennis courts and a playground. In the winter, the neighborhood builds a little ice rink. It’s idyllic,” Rye says. More hiking trails are available north of the neighborhood in the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness. This 28,000-acre natural area has 73 miles of trails throughout the Rattlesnake Mountains.Highly rated Missoula schools
Students in Lower Rattlesnake might attend Rattlesnake Elementary School just north of the neighborhood, which gets an A-minus rating from Niche. Washington Middle School receives a B-plus, and Hellgate High School gets an A-minus. The high school serves approximately 1,300 students and offers the International Baccalaureate program, allowing students to enter college with up to 30 credits. Students can also take elective courses like industrial technology, agricultural education and family and consumer science.Wildfire risk in Lower Rattlesnake
Due to its location near the wilderness, Lower Rattlesnake is at an increased risk of wildfires. With just two roads out of the neighborhood, it’s essential for residents to be prepared and monitor any wildfire activity in the area. Properties along Rattlesnake Creek also face flooding risks in the neighborhood.Multiple ways to get around the canyon
Van Buren Street and Greenough Drive are the major ways to get in and out of the neighborhood. There is a railroad crossing at Greenough Drive’s south end, causing traffic backups at times. Route 5 of the Mountain Line bus system passes through the neighborhood, with stops on Van Buren Street. The bus takes riders north to the Upper Rattlesnake neighborhood or south into downtown Missoula. Van Buren Street connects to Interstate 90 south of the neighborhood for easy access to the highway. Providence St. Patrick Hospital is just 2 miles away.Community markets and burger joints near Lower Rattlesnake
Lower Rattlesnake is a primarily residential neighborhood, but locals have easy access to nearby shopping and dining. The Patio at Rattlesnake Market is just north on Rattlesnake Drive and includes a coffee shop, small market and restaurant. The shop stays busy throughout the week, with residents stopping for their morning coffee before work or dining on burgers and seafood for dinner. The neighborhood is about 1 mile north of downtown and has local institutions like The Oxford Café, which has been open since 1883 and is known for its burgers. The restaurant is usually packed at breakfast and lunch but has a dive bar atmosphere later in the day. Downtown also has stores selling everything from clothes and art to outdoor equipment. Limited groceries are available at Rattlesnake Market, while the nearby Albertsons on Broadway Street offers a full supermarket selection.Supporting the community with local agriculture
The PEAS Farm north of the neighborhood is a local farm that is part of Garden City Harvest, a nonprofit that develops community gardens around Missoula. The farm grows thousands of pounds of produce every year and raises animals like pigs and chickens. Local students take field trips to the farm as part of Garden City Harvest's Farm to School program, educating them on local agriculture. It also offers Community Supported Agriculture shares, which provide locally grown vegetables each week from June through October. The organization is also known for its annual Farm Party. Held each August, this is an evening of farm fresh food, music and local beer.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tory Dailey
Tory Dailey
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
(406) 926-7483
239 Total Sales
3 in Lower Rattlesnake
$455K - $1.3M Price Range
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Julie Gardner
Julie Gardner
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
(406) 413-9256
217 Total Sales
5 in Lower Rattlesnake
$450K - $1.2M Price Range
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Jen Clement
Jen Clement
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Missoula
(406) 802-3278
208 Total Sales
5 in Lower Rattlesnake
$300K - $530K Price Range
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Danni Moore
Danni Moore
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula
(406) 540-6760
258 Total Sales
7 in Lower Rattlesnake
$405K - $900K Price Range
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Christopher Funston
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Christopher Funston
Responds QuicklyERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
(406) 693-4944
66 Total Sales
2 in Lower Rattlesnake
$583K - $843K Price Range
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John Hirsch
John Hirsch
Responds QuicklyMain Street Realty
(406) 926-7689
52 Total Sales
2 in Lower Rattlesnake
$407K - $692K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Greenough Park
Pineview Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lower Rattlesnake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Rattlesnake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Rattlesnake, Missoula sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Rattlesnake, Missoula over the last 12 months is $699,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Sale Price
$699,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,468
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$464
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
582
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1949
Months of Supply
10.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,926
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,878
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,219
Median Age
41
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,550
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,306
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
65.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 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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