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Highlights

  • Parking lot
  • Modern conveniences
  • All utilities included
  • On-site management team
  • Vintage building
  • Large closet

Location

2823 6th Ave N, Billings, MT 59101, USA
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Management

Widmyer Corporation - Billings

Leasing office

(406) 794-2379

Property Overview

The Stratford offers exceptional value with all utilities included, modern conveniences, on-site management, a parking lot, and vintage charm, earning an expert rating of 8.5/10 and top-tier scores for price, amenities, and location. Its quiet environment, large closets and windows, and abundance of nearby office supply stores make it appealing for working from home, while the highly walkable area, strong nearby schools, and dense concentration of restaurants, cultural venues, and entertainment options support an active social life.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Stratford is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Stratford has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableNow leasing a beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in the heart of downtown Billings, MT. Set within a charming historic building, this unit seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. Natural light fills the space throughout the day, highlighting the apartment’s warm, inviting atmosphere and creating a perfect balance between openness and coziness. Located just steps from local shops, dining, and entertainment, this home places you right in the center of everything while still offering a comfortable retreat from the city’s energy. Tenants enjoy the added peace of mind that comes with responsive on-site management, ensuring a smooth and stress-free living experience. A dedicated tenant parking lot provides convenient, hassle-free parking, and the simplicity of a single monthly payment of $1300, covering all utilities and parking, makes budgeting easy. With its rare combination of historic charm, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable downtown location, this apartment is truly a standout opportunity. Schedule your viewing today and discover what makes this space such a special place to call home.

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Amenities for The Stratford

Apartment Amenities

All Utilities IncludedGreat Natural Light
Large ClosetsWalk-in Closet

Appliances

OvenRefrigerator

Building

Historic Building

Grounds

Parking Lot

Services

On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Great Location

Other

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About The Stratford

HomeApartments in Billings The Stratford

Now leasing a beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in the heart of downtown Billings, MT. Set within a charming historic building, this unit seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. Natural light fills the space throughout the day, highlighting the apartment’s warm, inviting atmosphere and creating a perfect balance between openness and coziness. Located just steps from local shops, dining, and entertainment, this home places you right in the center of everything while still offering a comfortable retreat from the city’s energy. Tenants enjoy the added peace of mind that comes with responsive on-site management, ensuring a smooth and stress-free living experience. A dedicated tenant parking lot provides convenient, hassle-free parking, and the simplicity of a single monthly payment of $1300, covering all utilities and parking, makes budgeting easy. With its rare combination of historic charm, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable downtown location, this apartment is truly a standout opportunity. Schedule your viewing today and discover what makes this space such a special place to call home.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Stratford is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Stratford has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Stratford
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Stratford stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Stratford stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Stratford is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Stratford does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Stratford is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 5 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 96 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 47 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 22 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Stratford compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 1050 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Billings

2-bedroom apartments at The Stratford cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Billings.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Billings
A table of studio rental data trends in Billings
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,099
June 2024$988
July 2024$1,086
August 2024$904
September 2024$1,030
October 2024$892
November 2024$905
December 2024$872
January 2025$838
February 2025$866
March 2025$870
April 2025$831
May 2025$821
June 2025$830
July 2025$897
August 2025$904
September 2025$897
October 2025$856
November 2025$861
December 2025$864
January 2026$841
February 2026$848
March 2026$824
April 2026$731
May 2026$857

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near The Stratford

McKinley School

820 north 31st st

billings, MT, 59101

PK, K-5Public
B-

Independent Elementary School

2907 roundup rd

billings, MT, 59105

PK, K-6Public
B

Blue Creek School

3652 blue creek rd

billings, MT, 59101

PK, K-6Public
C

Pioneer School

1937 dover rd

billings, MT, 59105

PK, K-8Public
C-

Morin School

8824 pryor rd

billings, MT, 59101

PK, K-6Public
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Getting around Billings near 2823 6th Ave N

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 2823 6th Ave N, Billings

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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