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The City of Missoula owns and manages 4,700 acres of conservation lands, 67 developed parks, 20 miles of commuter trails and 70 miles of unpaved natural trails.

A vacant piece of land zoned for industrial use near Bonner could accommodate several hundred homes if Missoula County approves a requested rezone and amends a portion of its growth policy.

The income-qualified homes include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, with prices ranging from $176,000 to $287,000.

Rental prices in Missoula continued to creep up in 2025 while developers also endured higher prices, including insurance and taxes, according to a new report.

The number of final plats and building permits issued in Missoula slowed in 2025, though the natural change in population continues to increase, driven partially by a small “baby boom.”

Plans to update the City of Missoula's housing strategy could help streamline the development of affordable housing and result in new strategies that acknowledge the challenges while addressing supply.

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency's board of commissioners on Thursday authorized up to $20,000 to aid in the transaction – a sum that includes closing costs, an environmental assessment and the necessary filing fees.

Republicans, Democrats and the White House are inching toward a common goal: agreeing on a thick package of laws that would do something quickly about slowing housing costs and boosting supply.

As new housing makes its way the Wye – and with thousands of new units expected over the coming decade – Missoula County is testing the water for a possible EPA grant to address the area's lack of infrastructure.

Gregory Morse writes, "It's not perfect, but it is the most thoughtful and community-focused proposal this site has seen in decades—and a meaningful step forward for Bonner’s future."