Name: Smelter District
Address: Butte

About the neighborhood

Smelter District offers a calm and inviting neighborhood with easy access to highways and ample parking options. Grocery stores and several dining establishments are conveniently located for residents. Primary and secondary schools are situated within a short distance, adding to the neighborhood’s practicality. The housing mix includes a variety of sizes from lofts to spacious four-bedroom homes, with a strong presence of single detached houses that contribute to the area’s distinctive character. The neighborhood’s quiet streets create a peaceful atmosphere, making it a pleasant and comfortable place to settle in Silver Bow County.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the best transportation option in Smelter District. The majority of real estate listings are a rather short drive from the nearest highway, and parking is quite easy. In contrast, commuting by public transit is challenging in Smelter District. Nonetheless, property owners have access to a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most residences. Getting around as a pedestrian is not especially feasible for house buyers in this part of Butte-Silver Bow (balance) because few daily errands can be run without a vehicle. Smelter District is also not very conducive to cycling because there is a considerable amount of hills, and the cycling network is not especially extensive.

Services

Residents will welcome that wherever their home is situated in this neighborhood, both primary and secondary schools are close by. At the secondary level, there are both public and private schools. With regards to food, it is easy to get to the closest supermarket as a pedestrian from any location in this part of Butte-Silver Bow (balance). A small selection of restaurants and coffee shops can be found as well.

Character

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere will feel at home in Smelter District. Although this neighborhood is not known for its lively ambience, finding one of the a few bars is easy as they are generally situated in convenient locations. Since there are few people out and about on the streets, this part of the city remains relatively quiet; however there can be more noise for those who are around one of the railway lines.

Car friendly9.4

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

Cycling friendly3.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.0

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