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

Property owners who want to live in a compact community will welcome the fairly pedestrian-friendly nature of Northside; most daily needs are easy to carry out without needing a car, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. Bicycling is also convenient in Northside. This community is particularly car friendly. Nearby highways, such as I-90, are especially easy to access from any location in Northside, and it is very convenient to come across a place to park. However, the public transit service in Northside is not very frequent. Nonetheless, the community is connected by about 20 bus lines, and it is very convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most properties.

Services

It is convenient to reach the closest grocery store without the use of a vehicle in Northside. In addition, this part of the Missoula metropolitan area is a fairly good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. With regards to education, in Northside, residents will often be able to get to primary schools without the use of a car. On the other hand, it can be very difficult to reach high schools as a pedestrian. Locals are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Northside offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Although this community is not known for its vibrancy, with its about 20 bars, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located a short distance away. At the same time, this community is good for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic, however some parts can be quite noisy, especially around I-90 or the railway line.

Car friendly9.0

Exceptional 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 pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

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