BOZEMAN REAL ESTATE BLOG

As of January 2022, the median price of a single-family home in Belgrade was 30% lower than the average price of a single-family home in Bozeman. That’s a significant difference in price for two towns that are only 11 miles apart. So, what’s up with the home prices in Bozeman vs Belgrade? Let us break it down for you.

BOZEMAN'S GROWING POPULARITY

In the past several years, Bozeman has seen its fair share of fame with countless publications such as Conde Nast Traveler and the LA Times naming it one of the top places to visit. As a result, tourism in Bozeman is at an all-time high. Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is the busiest airport in the state with over 1.9 million passengers per year, and Montana State University – a key to Bozeman’s thriving community, often reaches record enrollment numbers year over year. Bozeman’s growing recognition has made it the fastest-growing town of its size in the nation. With this growth comes an increase in demand for housing, which has pushed Bozeman home prices to record highs.

BUT THE DEMAND IS NOT LIMITED TO BOZEMAN

While the number of homes sold in Bozeman in the past year was more than double the number of homes sold in Belgrade, Belgrade’s growth has been far from stagnant. The number of homes sold in Belgrade has been steadily rising in the past year, and the median sale price of a single-family home has increased by 42% in the past year. With the median sold price of a home (single-family, condo, townhome) in Belgrade at $502,500 compared to $651,000 in Bozeman, many residents are choosing Belgrade as a less expensive alternative. For homes for sale in Belgrade, a market report, and Belgrade community information, click here.

SO, WHY ARE BOZEMAN PRICES SO MUCH HIGHER?

Montana State University is a big factor in Bozeman’s high-demand housing market. Montana State brings many students and employers to Bozeman who of course, need a place to live. Many of these residents have limited flexibility in terms of housing location which drives the prices of housing in Bozeman higher. We discuss other factors as to why homes in Bozeman are so expensive in this post.

Bozeman has several areas of town where homes are listed at premium prices. Homes in Bozeman’s historic neighborhoods sell for higher than average due to the character of the homes, large lot sizes, and location. In Bozeman's historic neighborhoods like this one, every home currently for sale is well over a million dollars. There are several newer neighborhoods in Bozeman like Flanders Mill where median home prices are in the $1,100,000 range or the Legends at Bridger Creek where the median prices are closer to $3,000,000.

The truth of the matter is that while they are neighbors, the cities of Bozeman and Belgrade are very different in character. For some, Bozeman’s thriving culture, classic historic neighborhoods, and proximity to both great restaurants as well as the mountains are worth the increase in price. For others, the affordability, mountain views, and a little bit more elbow room offered in Belgrade are more appealing. Homeowners in Belgrade enjoy lower housing costs along with great schools, fantastic mountain views, and plenty of parks and recreational areas.

If you are looking for a home in either Bozeman or Belgrade, let us know. We will be happy to help you find a home that will work for you.

*statistics courtesy of Gallatin Association of Realtors