Name: Northside
Address: Missoula

About the neighborhood

Northside offers a peaceful atmosphere characterized by low noise levels and calm streets, making it an attractive place to settle. The community features a variety of housing options, including single detached homes, small apartment buildings, duplexes, and mobile homes, with many residences built before 1960. Convenience is enhanced by nearby bus lines and commonly found stops, while parking availability is ample with easy access to major highways such as I-90. Residents benefit from several restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores within close proximity. Educational needs are supported by local primary schools accessible to most residences, contributing to a well-rounded community environment.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling as a pedestrian is rather feasible for property owners in this community; running common errands is easy without a car, and many businesses are fairly close by. Northside is also suited for biking. The public transit service in this community is not very frequent. Thankfully, there are approximately 20 bus lines passing through the community, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most residences. However, the car is very often the favored method to get around in Northside. It is very convenient to park, and the majority of homes for sale are a very short drive from the closest highway, such as I-90.

Services

Property owners in this part of the Missoula metropolitan area will value that a grocery store is always only a rather short trip away. Likewise, there is usually a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. When it comes to education, in Northside, home buyers will commonly be able to reach primary schools as pedestrians. In contrast, residents may consider it very hard to get to high schools without the need for a vehicle. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

Northside offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Even though this community is not known for its vibrancy, with its approximately 30 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this part of the Missoula metropolitan area is quiet overall, as the streets are generally quite tranquil, although there are still several louder sections, especially near I-90 or the railway line.

Car friendly9.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.4

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.6

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance