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Missoula, Montana's second most populous city, is surrounded by natural refuges and protected forests. Clearwater National Forest, Lolo National Forest, Flathead National Forest and several others surround this once-major logging community. Missoula is on Interstate 90, northwest of the state capital Helena and major cities Butte and Bozeman. Homes for rent in Missoula are perfect for families looking to live in the hub of northwestern Montana. Missoula's economy is still strong, although no longer based on logging. Now it's a retail powerhouse as well as home to the Forest Service and the University of Montana.
Important Information for Future Renters
- Missoula was so intertwined with logging that the city is named for Missoula Mills, which came from Montana Salish, a Native-American language.
- Lewis and Clarke traveled through the area in 1806 during their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, but it was years before European settlers came and established a trading post. The area was called Hellgate Village before taking the mill's name when it was settled in 1860.
- The University of Montana is the flagship of the Montana university system and was established in 1893. The public research institution teaches about 14,000 students a year.
Helpful Resources for Residents
- The Missoulian is the local newspaper for the city. It covers everything from local news to University of Montana sports.
- Children living in the city are part of the Missoula County Public Schools district. Parents can visit the website to learn more about each individual school in the county.
- The Missoula official website gives residents a chance to see meeting agendas, budget proposals and contact information for every city official. This makes anything you need to do with the city a breeze.
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Missoula is known as the Garden City because it has mild winters compared to the rest of the state - perfect for families who want to enjoy the rich natural beauty nearby.
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