Your Community Guide to Northwest Billings, MT
Billings, Montana: the largest city in the state located in southern Montana along the Yellowstone River offering an inviting environment for visitors and residents alike.
Nicknamed “Magic City” and known for the beautiful Rimrocks, Billings is divided into 11 geographical sections with each community bringing its own vibe that attracts different types of people depending on what you’re looking for.
So, whether you’re trying to live out your best Beth Dutton dreams or prefer a more laid back (and drama free 🤣) lifestyle, the city has you covered.
In this community guide, we’re specifically highlighting the quiet, yet established favorite, Northwest Billings!
This area naturally attracts old souls that crave a quaint living area with marvelous Montana views, while still being able to access most urban conveniences just minutes away.
So if you love a good small town coffee shop where the people know your name and your order (one vanilla oat milk latte coming right up!) that you can sit in while reading your favorite book on a slow Saturday morning, look no further.
Notable Northwest Spots
Whether you’re passing through, currently living in or are looking to make the move to Northwest Billings, there are a few notable spots that you don’t want to miss along the way.
For the Foodie:
The Granary - a 50 year landmark in Billings, The Granary is a city staple that has recently been remodeled with a modern design to match the upscale menu featuring your seafood favorites. Insider tip: I HIGHLY recommend the oyster selection - they’re flown in fresh on the daily - and when the weather permits, ask to sit on the patio!
Diamond X - a casual and welcoming family friendly brewpub perfect for an after work drink with your co-workers, Diamond X offers a true taste of Montana with local beer and wine paired with classic bites that are sure to satisfy
Local Kitchen - a local favorite (no pun intended 🤪) that serves up delicious bites for brunch, lunch and dinner. The peanut butter dessert is BY FAR one of the most popular desserts around town and their pizzas are DELISH!
Big Sky Coffee Roasters - a family owned neighborhood coffee house, this is the spot for those who prefer a chainless cup of joe from familiar faces that put community first
For the Adventurer:
Zimmerman Park - easily explore the Rimrocks in this scenic county park with casual strolls with your pup or challenge yourself with a hike or mountain biking experience along various trails all while taking in the picture perfect views that overlook the city
Phipps Park - another popular park destination in the area, Phipps Park offers all of your traditional outdoor activities along with its unique disc golf experience for all to enjoy and your pup is welcome here too!
For the Family:
Rose Park Swimming Pool - cool off on a hot day with this summertime staple that brings big family fun with a pool, waterslide and kid friendly waterworks.
Billings Studio Theatre - serving the Billings community for over 60 years, this volunteer based community theatre provides family friendly entertainment year round with familiar shows that make for the perfect weekend activity. For upcoming shows and ticket purchasing, click here.
See the theme throughout all of these spots? HELLO COMMUNITY 👋🏼 It’s clear that you’ll be warmly welcomed and won’t be considered a stranger for long when you start exploring the area.
Neighborhoods in Northwest Billings
As Hannah Montana so perfectly put it, you’ll have the best of both worlds 🌍 as you make your way around the wooded, private and mostly secluded neighborhoods in Northwest Billings while also being able to venture only 10-15 minutes to your nearest grocery store or favorite local restaurant.
The most popular and desirable neighborhoods in the area include:
Yellowstone Country Club - golf lovers, we see you and we strongly advise you to look no further than this ultimate country club escape offering gorgeous views of the famous Billings Rimrocks complete with a picturesque golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool, clubhouse and dining amenities ⛳️
Augusta Ranch - for those who prefer to reside outside of the country club, but still experience the amenities within close proximity, this neighborhood offers beautifully architectured homes with mountain views that will take your breath away each day as you sip your morning coffee on your patio
Copper Ridge - designed as a coved subdivision that delivers a park-like feeling, this neighborhood is for those that enjoy the friendliness of neighbors, but also want their privacy. With no home facing another and hidden backyards, you’ll feel right at home in Copper Ridge.
Ironwood Estates - built for those that prefer to live a life of luxury 💁🏼♀️ this neighborhood, situated just 15 minutes from downtown, is a newer build community with the oldest home dating back to only 2002
Rehberg Ranch - embrace a true traditional western ranch life in this neighborhood with easy access to nature trails and the occasional wildlife spotting while knowing that you’re residing in an area that’s been designed to respect and preserve the natural environment
Schooling in Northwest Billings
As you’ve seen, Northwest Billings is known for its central location that allows you to enjoy your privacy while being able to hop right into your daily life in just minutes and the schooling within the area is no different.
No matter which neighborhood you choose you can trust that your morning commute with your kiddos won’t exceed 15 minutes, which means you’ll probably even have time to treat yourself with a morning coffee before hitting that drop off line. ☕️
The three main elementary schools in the area include:
Arrowhead
Boulder
Poly Drive
The two middle schools in close proximity are:
Ben Steele
Lewis and Clark
Lastly, most Northwest high school students will attend Billings West or Billings Senior High depending on which neighborhood you choose.
So, what’s it gonna cost ya?
Throughout the Northwest neighborhoods, you’ll find that the average cost of a single family home, as of August 2024, is sitting between $531,000 - $567,000 with that number fluctuating depending on the community.
You can of course expect the more luxurious options, such as Ironwood Estates, Yellowstone Country Club and Augusta Ranch to display homes that rise into the millions, but you can generally expect to easily find your perfect fit within the area based on your needs and budget.
Looking to live in Northwest Billings?
And that’s a wrap on Northwest! If you’ve got your eye on the area and you’re ready to start your personalized home search to receive step by step guidance from start to sold, I’m always here to easily start the process without putting your life on hold!
You can see that this community is desirable for those that appreciate what a traditional city has to offer, but want to live life on the outskirts, away from the heartbeat of the action.
In this community, you can clearly achieve and experience the Montana life that so many people imagine while still being surrounded by smiling faces and close enough to the things that you can’t live without, like weekly trips to Target and Starbies.
P.S. Want a peek into all of the neighborhoods that Billings, Montana has to offer? Download the Ultimate Community Guide to take a look under the hood to what life could be like for you in this beautiful side of the state.
