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.

With its unique blend of Wild West small-town charm, big-city culture, and laid-back college-town vibes, Bozeman is one of the fastest-growing cities in Montana. Around 49,000 people call it home, but that number is rapidly rising.

Bozeman was ranked among the coolest small cities in America by Thrillist in 2022, and it is frequently noted for its livability. Bozeman is also known for its spectacularly beautiful Rocky Mountain landscape and for the many opportunities for outdoor adventure that the landscape affords.

What to do in Bozeman, MT

Bozeman offers world-class museums, a thriving art and music scene, top-tier restaurants, and a wide range of annual events and festivals. And, of course, some of the best skiing and fly-fishing in America is practically in its backyard. Some of the top attractions in Bozeman include:

• Museums: Bozeman offers an incredible selection of museums. The most famous is the Museum of the Rockies, with its incredible collection of dinosaur fossils. Still, others include the American Computer and Robotics Museum and the Bozeman Art Museum.
• Parks & Rec: There are great opportunities to enjoy nature in Bozeman, including Peets Hill / Burke Park, a great hiking and sledding destination just minutes from downtown. Nearby Gallatin County Regional Park offers walking trails, a swimming beach, an off-leash dog park, and outdoor climbing boulders.
• Festivals & Events: Numerous events come to Bozeman every year, including Downtown Art Walks and the Music on Main concert series. The annual Sweet Pea Festival has been a tradition for 40-plus years, offering several days of live music, art shows, food, drink, and games.

Working in Bozeman, MT

Bozeman has earned a reputation as a great place to live and work. The job market has been on a consistently upward trajectory in recent years, with positive job growth and a 3% unemployment rate well below the national average.

A closer look at employment in Bozeman reveals a healthy mix of traditionally considered blue-collar and white-collar jobs. The most common occupations are in fields related to education, retail trade, health care and social assistance, accommodation, and food services.

There is also a booming tech industry in Bozeman, fed largely by a steady stream of graduates from Montana State University looking for tech-related jobs in the city. The university itself is Bozeman's single largest employer, closely followed by Bozeman Health.

Bozeman, MT Neighborhoods

It's no secret that Bozeman is growing fast. The city spans over 20 square miles (the fourth-largest city in Montana by population, fifth-largest by land area) and constantly evolves. New housing developments and master-planned communities, in addition to long-established neighborhoods, are being built all the time. Some of the best places to live in Bozeman include:

• Southside: One of Bozeman's more historic neighborhoods, Southside is located immediately south of downtown and is walkable from both Main Street and Montana State University. The median real estate price is $552,000, and most homes were built between the 1970s and the 1990s.
• Valley West / King Arthur Park: Consisting mostly of modern housing developments, the Valley West / King Arthur Park neighborhood is west of Downtown Bozeman. This area has a suburban feel, and with a median real estate price of $469,000, it's among the more affordable areas in Bozeman.
• Northwest Bozeman: Immediately north of downtown, this neighborhood includes numerous revitalized historic industrial buildings. Though real estate can be pricey (median price is $852,000), this area is becoming one of the hippest parts of town.

Bozeman, MT School District

A total of 12 public elementary, middle, and high schools in Bozeman are part of Bozeman School District 7, which serves approximately 7,000 students. Parents also have the option to send their kids to any of Bozeman's numerous private schools, which include Bozeman Montessori, Mount Ellis Academy and Petra Academy.

Bozeman is also very much a college town. Montana State University is the largest college in Bozeman and typically has an enrollment of over 16,000 students. Bozeman is also known for being an exceptionally well-educated city; just over 63% of adults have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Moving to Bozeman, MT Resource Guide

Getting one's bearings in a new place can be hard, but Bozeman welcomes new residents with open arms. Some great resources are available to help smooth the transition, including this official Relocating to Bozeman guide, courtesy of the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce.

The Bozeman Department of Parks and Recreation is another great resource to learn more about parks, trails, outdoor recreation and events in the city. You'll find a lot of other great info on the official city website, too, including contacts for the Bozeman Police and Fire Departments.

Reach out to the Bozeman Utility Services Department to learn more about water and sewer utilities in the city. Gas and electric services in Bozeman are provided by NorthWest Energy.

Bozeman, MT Housing

If there's a downside to life in Bozeman, it's that the cost of living—including housing costs—is typically higher than in most places in the United States. Supply has needed help keeping pace with demand, the result of which is that the median home cost in Bozeman is $587,600.

However, rental rates in Bozeman are quite a bit lower than the U.S. average, and many find it more affordable to rent in Bozeman rather than buy a home. A typical one-bedroom apartment in Bozeman rents for $782 per month, while a four-bedroom apartment rents for $1,749.