Affordable Bozeman Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Bozeman.

About Bozeman, MT.

Surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains in Southern Montana, Bozeman is famous for the rugged beauty of its landscape and for the many opportunities that landscape provides for outdoor adventure. Bozeman is also a college town and a cultural hub that retains its Wild West charm.

Bozeman is the county seat of Gallatin County and the fourth-largest city in Montana. It's often ranked among America's coolest small cities, and around 49,000 people call it home.

What to do in Bozeman, MT

It's hard to imagine anyone running out of things to see and do in Bozeman. In addition to being a major destination for outdoor recreation, it's also a significant arts and cultural city with a wealth of shopping and dining options. Some of the most popular attractions in Bozeman include:

• Outdoor Adventures: Hundreds of miles of hiking and mountain biking trails crisscross the mountains around Bozeman (The Gallagator Trail is a fairly easy hike with great views close to home). Bozeman is also less than an hour from two world-class ski resorts, and there's amazing fly-fishing in the Gallatin River.
• Fairs and Festivals: One of the most anticipated events of the year in the Bozeman area is the Big Sky Country State Fair, which is held every summer at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds. Other highlights of the annual calendar include the Sweet Pea Festival in summer, and the Bozeman Ice Festival in winter.
• Arts and Culture: There are some great museums in Bozeman, including the Gallatin History Museum and the Bozeman Art Museum. You can also check out the world-famous dinosaur exhibits at the Museum of the Rockies.

Working in Bozeman, MT

The Bozeman job market includes a diverse assortment of traditionally considered blue-collar and white-collar jobs. More Bozeman residents work in fields related to educational services, retail trade, health care and social assistance, accommodation, and food services than any other professions.

Bozeman also has a burgeoning tech industry, largely because it's also a college town. New startups and established tech companies are setting up shop in Bozeman because many new graduates with tech-related degrees are willing to stay and work here.

In addition to continuing to feed the workforce, Montana State University is also the largest employer in Bozeman, followed by Bozeman Health. Bozeman has a large outdoor-based tourism industry and is also home to major outdoor-related companies like Mystery Ranch and Simms Fishing Products.

Bozeman, MT Neighborhoods

Bozeman would be considered a small city by most measures. Still, it's also one of the fastest-growing cities in America. Within its city limits are numerous distinct neighborhoods with unique atmospheres and cultures. Some of the best places to live in Bozeman include:

• Northeast Bozeman: Once known as Bozeman's industrial area, the Northeast neighborhood has become one of the hippest parts of town thanks to a revitalization effort that has brought a ton of new businesses to the area. The median real estate price here is $852,000.
• Baxter Meadows: Located northwest of Downtown Bozeman, the Baxter Meadows neighborhood consists of several modern housing developments and master-planned communities, and more are being built seemingly every day. This area has a suburban vibe, with a median real estate price of $583,000.
• Southside Bozeman: With a median real estate price of $552,000, the Southside area includes several smaller residential neighborhoods. Most homes here are 20-plus years old, and much of the Southside is walkable from Downtown or the university.

Bozeman, MT School District

The public schools in Bozeman, MT are part of Bozeman School District 7. This district has been noted for academic achievement and includes 12 schools that serve about 7,000 students. Numerous private schools in Bozeman also offer alternatives, including Bozeman Summit School, Headwaters Academy and Bozeman Field School.

Bozeman is also a major college town. Both Montana State University and Gallatin College is located here. The academic calendar has a major influence on life in Bozeman.

Moving to Bozeman, MT Resource Guide

Relocating to a new place always brings its fair share of challenges. Still, new Bozeman residents have many great resources available to them. The official Relocating to Bozeman guide from the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce is a great place to start.

It's also worth checking out the City of Bozeman website, where you'll find useful information about the local Police and Fire Departments. Another great resource is the Department of Parks & Recreation, which provides a wealth of information on parks, outdoor events, and activities in Bozeman.

And let's not forget about utilities! Water and sewer are maintained by the Bozeman Utilities Services Department. At the same time, gas and electric services in Bozeman are provided by NorthWest Energy.

Bozeman, MT Housing

If there's one downside to life in Bozeman, the cost of living is significantly above the national average. This includes housing; Bozeman's median home cost is $587,600. Ultimately, this number reflects the high demand to live in this unique and beautiful place and the relative scarcity of available homes.

That said, quite a few new housing developments and other new builds have been going up in Bozeman in recent years, so there's reason to be optimistic that prices will come down. Bozeman's Rental rates are below the national average, ranging from $782 for a typical one-bedroom apartment to $1,749 for a four-bedroom apartment. Many new residents find it more economical to rent.