Quieter residential streets with single-family homes converted into multi-unit rentals. More space, lower prices, a short bike ride to campus. Best for: Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters. Typical rent: $650–$1,100/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from Downtown to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $650–$1,100/mo in Downtown. Studio: $750/mo; 1 bedroom: $900/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,200/mo; Area range: $650–$1,100/mo.

Downtown scores 75/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

Downtown is a short transit or bike ride to Great Falls Montana State. Transit convenience near Great Falls, MT scores about 70/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 87% of residents near Downtown rent rather than own. Roughly 63% undergrad vs 37% graduate renters — Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Great Falls College Montana State University, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in Downtown is limited right now. Browse the Great Falls College Montana State University housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.