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Highlights

  • Central location
  • On-site laundry
  • Private entrance
  • Spacious apartment
  • 1-bedroom
  • Easy access

Location

21 Grand Ave, Billings, MT 59101, USA|North Elevation
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Management

Rent Montana Today

Leasing office

(406) 969-1080

Property Overview

21 Grand Ave Up/Down offers a strong overall living experience with an 8.3/10 Zumper rating, highlighted by excellent value, a solid amenity set, and a highly convenient location. It features a central setting, on-site laundry, private entrance, and a spacious 1-bedroom layout, while nearby parks, restaurants, local event hubs, and easy walkability add to its appeal.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit available(Unfurnished) This spacious and beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfort, convenience, and flexibility in a prime central Billings location near 2nd & Grand. With a private entrance and on-site laundry, this unit is designed for easy, everyday living. Water is included in the rent, adding even more value. What truly sets this property apart is the optional heated shop space available for an additional $450/month. With over 1,000 sq ft of usable space, this shop is perfect for tools, equipment, inventory storage, or a workshop setup. It offers year-round comfort, easy access, and flexible potential depending on your needs. Whether you're looking for a comfortable home, extra workspace, or both—this property delivers a rare combination in a central location!

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Amenities for 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down)

Apartment Amenities

Water
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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down)

HomeApartments in Billings 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down)

(Unfurnished) This spacious and beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfort, convenience, and flexibility in a prime central Billings location near 2nd & Grand. With a private entrance and on-site laundry, this unit is designed for easy, everyday living. Water is included in the rent, adding even more value. What truly sets this property apart is the optional heated shop space available for an additional $450/month. With over 1,000 sq ft of usable space, this shop is perfect for tools, equipment, inventory storage, or a workshop setup. It offers year-round comfort, easy access, and flexible potential depending on your needs. Whether you're looking for a comfortable home, extra workspace, or both—this property delivers a rare combination in a central location!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down)
Price·10A 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.
21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) 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 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 74 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 10 parks and recreation options
  • 1 local event hub within 1 mile

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 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away

Considerations

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Rent trends in North Elevation

1-bedroom apartments at 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down) cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Elevation.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
North Elevation
Billings
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Billings
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,017
December 2024$1,050
January 2025$1,016
February 2025$995
March 2025$967
April 2025$928
May 2025$950
June 2025$953
July 2025$960
August 2025$949
September 2025$969
October 2025$990
November 2025$995
December 2025$967
January 2026$949
February 2026$945
March 2026$937
April 2026$956
May 2026$954
June 2026$945
July 2026$965
August 2026$997
September 2026$1,036
October 2026$996
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in North Elevation
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$856
December 2024$750
February 2025$961
March 2025$950
May 2025$850
June 2025$878
July 2025$922
August 2025$910
September 2025$890
October 2025$906
November 2025$915
February 2026$902
March 2026$920
April 2026$995
May 2026$1,001
June 2026$919
July 2026$950
August 2026$974
October 2026$997

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 21 Grand Ave (Up/Down)

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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Neighborhood

North Elevation | Billings, MT

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Billings near 21 Grand Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 21 Grand Ave, Billings

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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