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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Modern comfort
- Pet-friendly
Location
2812 2nd Ave N, Billings, MT 59101, USA
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Property Overview
Babcock Building offers strong overall value with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent amenities, and a highly convenient location. It stands out for modern comfort, on-site laundry, and pet-friendly living, with added appeal for social life, walkability, transit access, and work-from-home needs.
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Laundry available on site
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | 417 sqft | $725 /mo | 1 unit available | Now leasing a beautifully updated studio apartment in the iconic Babcock Building, one of downtown Billings’ most recognizable and coveted historic residences. This thoughtfully updated unit blends modern comfort with timeless character. Available for showings starting Monday, June 15th and move-in on June 19th, 2026, the space offers a clean, efficient layout with the charm and atmosphere that only a historic building can provide. Rent is $725 per month and includes all utilities, making budgeting simple and predictable. A security deposit equal to one month’s rent is required, along with a $45 application fee per adult applicant. The building is pet-friendly, allowing up to two pets per unit. A refundable pet deposit of $500 is required for the first pet and $250 for the second, along with $25 per month in per pet. Tenants enjoy access to on-site laundry, and the location is truly hard to beat. Living at the Babcock means you are steps away from downtown dining, coffee shops, shopping, and nightlife, all while being part of a piece of Billings history. Opportunities in the Babcock are limited and highly sought after. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this unique downtown studio your next home. |
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Amenities for Babcock Building
Apartment Amenities
| All Utilities Included |
Building
| Historic Building | Onsite Laundry |
Neighborhood
| Great Location |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 14 |
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About Babcock Building
Now leasing a beautifully updated studio apartment in the iconic Babcock Building, one of downtown Billings’ most recognizable and coveted historic residences. This thoughtfully updated unit blends modern comfort with timeless character. Available for showings starting Monday, June 15th and move-in on June 19th, 2026, the space offers a clean, efficient layout with the charm and atmosphere that only a historic building can provide. Rent is $725 per month and includes all utilities, making budgeting simple and predictable. A security deposit equal to one month’s rent is required, along with a $45 application fee per adult applicant. The building is pet-friendly, allowing up to two pets per unit. A refundable pet deposit of $500 is required for the first pet and $250 for the second, along with $25 per month in per pet. Tenants enjoy access to on-site laundry, and the location is truly hard to beat. Living at the Babcock means you are steps away from downtown dining, coffee shops, shopping, and nightlife, all while being part of a piece of Billings history. Opportunities in the Babcock are limited and highly sought after. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this unique downtown studio your next 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.
8.8
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Babcock Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Babcock Building has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Babcock Building 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·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.
Babcock Building 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.
Babcock Building 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 Babcock Building 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.
Babcock Building is great for:
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 Babcock Building compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Billings
studio apartments at Babcock Building cost about 27% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Billings.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Billings
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $995 |
| 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 | $879 |
| June 2026 | $995 |
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Can I afford to live at 2812 2nd Ave N?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Babcock Building
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 2812 2nd Ave N
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Points of interest for 2812 2nd Ave N, Billings
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
10/10
Variety of bars right on the street
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