Lockwood, Montana is a suburb of Billings and is the largest unincorporated community in the Billings Metropolitan Area and though it’s not considered to be its own organized city, there has been and continues to be major growth in this area, making it a highly sought after place to live.

While there might not be a TON of attractions compared to other communities when you’re a Laurel local, you’ll quickly find your favorites and will become a regular.Laurel is located just 15 miles outside of Billings and is actually the third largest community in the Billings Metropolitan area and is home to a tight knit community of about 7,000 people!

You know how there’s always that one area in each city that people LOVE to be in? It’s like the popular hot spot that has the best restaurants, best places to shop and the houses are just so beautiful. And when you venture there you instantly know that it’s THE place to be! Well, West End Billings is a little like that.

Although Billings Heights is scaled back from the hustle and bustle that you’ll find in Downtown Billings, it's not as quiet or secluded as some neighborhoods like Northwest. While still being considered a suburban style community, the population is high and you will be surrounded by people if you reside in the Heights area.

This week, we’re highlighting the vibrant and upbeat hot spot of Downtown Billings - it’s the one where: you can live in the heartbeat of all the action while being just steps away from all your city favorites.

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!