🚗 “Wait... Wasn’t This a One-Way Yesterday?”

One-way street to the two-way street ..."I guess it's over. You go your way and I'll go mine. :)

Downtown Streets Flip the Script in Two-Way Transformation

Heads up, downtown drivers: Things are about to get twice as exciting (and possibly twice as confusing) as several one-way streets in Billings start their transformation into two-way roads starting the week of July 28.

It’s all part of the Downtown Billings Two-Way Restoration Project, which will take about a week to roll out—street by street. Crews will be out striping lanes, flipping signs, and activating shiny new traffic signals like they’re redecorating downtown’s roadways with a fresh, dual-direction flair.

🚧 Here’s what you need to know:

• Starting 7/28, interim two-way pavement markings will start appearing—watch for the makeover in progress!

• Signs, stripes, and signals will tell you where things have officially switched—so keep those eyes peeled and don’t assume anything.

• Be kind to our hardworking crews (and your alignment)—watch for workers and expect a few minor delays and some temporarily MIA parking spots.

• The final glow-up with long-lasting epoxy markings is set for mid to late August.

🚦 Still staying solo:
Montana Ave, 1st Ave N, 4th Ave N, and 6th Ave N are not part of the two-way trend—they’re keeping it classic and sticking to their one-way roots.

👀 Pro tip: If you’re walking or biking downtown, take a moment to look both ways now—those surprise cars coming from the "new direction" are part of the fun.

As always, all of this is weather permitting—because, well, Montana.

So buckle up, Billings—downtown’s getting a new groove!

The article provides information about the upcoming scheduled water outage  in certain areas of Billings, MT.

The Public Works Department will be performing maintenance work on a water main, leading to the temporary disruption of water service.

Affected residents are advised to prepare by storing water and limiting water usage during the outage.

Updates will be provided on the city's website and social media platforms.

Residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to stay informed about the progress of the maintenance work and restoration of water service.

🏡 Real Estate Snapshot — Billings, Montana

Whether you're house-hunting with a latte in hand or just love daydreaming about the perfect porch swing, our real estate roundup has the latest scoop on the Billings market. From soaring listing prices to a market that's moving at a leisurely Montana pace, here's what's happening on the home front this month. Spoiler alert: inventory's tight, but there's still room to roam!

1. Market Overview

• As of June 2025, the median active listing price in Billings was around $414,500, nearly unchanged from May (down just 0.1%)Realtor+3Rocket Mortgage+3Movoto Real Estate+3.

• According to Realtor.com, the median listing price was slightly higher at $439,900 in June 2025Realtor.

• Zillow’s data shows an average home value of about $398,657, reflecting a +1.3% YoY increaseZillow+1Zillow+1.

2. Sales Activity & Trends

3. Inventory Snapshot (Rocket Homes)

• As of June, there were just 26 homes for sale—unchanged from Mayrealtybillings.com+3Rocket Mortgage+3Norada Real Estate+3.

• Distribution by bedroom count:

  • 1‑bedroom: increased by +100% to 2 listings

  • 2‑bedrooms: +25% to 5 listings

  • 3‑bedrooms: –50% to 3 listings

  • 4‑bedrooms: +20% (12 listings)

  • 5+ bedrooms: –20% (4 listings)Zillow+2Rocket Mortgage+2Redfin+2

4. Local Market Insights

• According to Property Focus (as of July 2025):

  • Median price for single‑family homes: $368,942

  • Approx. 2,749 homes sold in the past 12 months

  • About 75% of homes have high equity (+50%)Property Focus

5. Broader State Context

• Across Montana, demand continues for rural land, acreage, and homes with scenic or outdoor access.

• Rural properties in the state are trending between $200K–$700K+, especially those with acreage or recreational appealucmontanaproperties.com.

🧭 What This Means for Buyers & Sellers

• Buyers:

  • Billings remains a buyer-friendly market in many cases—significant share of homes sell below listing price.

  • With just ~26 listings active, supply is extremely tight, which may pressure buyers to move quickly when new listings appear.

• Sellers:

  • Pricing a home competitively may bring offers quickly—especially for updated or well-located 4‑ or 5‑bedroom homes.

  • With average market time around 60–78 days, proper pricing and marketing remain keyRealtor+11Rocket Mortgage+11Zillow+11.

✅ Summary

• Median listing price: ≈ $414K‑$440K

• Median sale price: ≈ $385K (+2.7% YoY)

• Inventory: Extremely low (~26 active homes)

• Market pace: ~60 days average time to sell

• Competition: Modest; many homes selling under list price

"Believe you can and you're halfway there." - Theodore Roosevelt

Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market

Date: August 9 and 16, 2025, Time: 8 AM–12 PM, Location: N Broadway & 2nd Ave N, Downtown Billings, Admission: Free

Browse fresh produce, baked goods, artisan crafts and more at this weekly outdoor farmers market in downtown Billings.

MontanaFair

Date: August 8 – 16, 2025, Location: MetraPark, Billings, MT, Admission: Ticketed (fair entry + rides)

Montana's biggest fair showcasing rides, rodeo, concerts, livestock, arts, food vendors and community stage performances.

Bike Library & Bookmobile Programs

Date: Tuesdays through August, Time: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM, Location: Pioneer Park and other pop-up stops, Admission: Free

Mobile library outreach with books, crafts, and activities—Tour de Downtown at 10 AM, teen Craft Club at 2 PM each Tuesday.

QuickBooks Pro 2021 (2-Day Course)

Date: August 5–6, 2025, Time: Evenings (approx. 6:00–8:00 PM), Location: Community Ed Center, 415 N. 30th St., Admission: $40

A hands-on, two-night QuickBooks class for small business owners or individuals looking to build accounting skills.

United Way Pint Night at 105 Brewing

Date: August 12, 2025, Time: 5:00 PM–8:00 PM, Location: 105 Brewing Co., Billings, MT, Admission: Drink purchase supports United Way

Join a community fundraiser evening—sip a beer and support local causes as part of United Way’s Pint Night at 105 Brewing.

Billings Clinic Foundation – The Classic Party

Date: August 23, 2025, Time: 6:00 PM–10:30 PM, Location: Henry’s Garage, 12 Garden Ave., Billings, MT, Admission: Ticketed (raffles/auctions sold separately)

A glamorous Roaring 20s‑themed evening supporting palliative care at Billings Clinic. Enjoy live music, raffles, auctions, and refreshments while giving back.

Special K Ranch Fundraising Dinner

Date: August 22, 2025, Time: 5:00 PM–8:30 PM, Location: Billings Hotel & Convention Center, 1223 Mullowney Lane, Billings, MT, Admission: Ticketed

A fundraising dinner for Special K Ranch, featuring dinner, silent auction, and presentations to support their programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.