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Apartments for rent in Whitefish, MT

73 Properties

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See what Whitefish, MT has to offer.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Whitefish

I like where we live because people leave me alone. I don't have to deal with many others but out neighbors, although not close, are pleasant.

I appreciate that all of the houses resemble in style but are all different. I appreciate the woods surrounding our neighborhood. We are close to downtown with shopping and restaurants.

I like how there's not so much people around and we live in the woods away from everyone. However there's nobody around

I love that we can walk around with the dogs without much traffic. Most homes have porches so we can wave at neighbors as we walk by. Mostly, we walk to where we can see the lake.

Who Lives Here

Whitefish Demographics

Education

High School

16%

Associate's

18%

Bachelor's

26%

Master's

6%

Doctorate

36%

Family Size

2 people

64%

3 people

15%

4 people

10%

5 people

7%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

45%

50-100k

28%

100-150k

15%

150-200k

6%

200k+

6%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

7%

20-45

38%

45-65

27%

65+

17%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Whitefish?

Percentage: 2/52/5

Renters gave this area a 2 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Nov '23$1250$1400$1850-
Oct '23$1250$1400$1850-
Sep '23$1250$1400$1850-
Aug '23$1250$1400$1850-
Jul '23$1250$1400$1850-
Jun '23$1250$1400$1850-
May '23$1250$1400$1850-
Apr '23$1250$1400$1850-
Mar '23$1250$1400$1850-
Feb '23$1250$1400$1850-
Jan '23$1250$1400$1850-
Dec '22$1250$1400$1850-
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*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Whitefish

Whitefish Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

44%

15-30 Mins

36%

30-40 Mins

17%

40-60 Mins

1%

60+ Mins

2%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3030

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 3 of 5 renters

Percentage: 4040

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

What Renters Are Saying

Whitefish Features

Busy Streets

No

Say 5 of 5 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 5 of 5 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 5 of 5 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 5 of 5 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 5 of 5 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 3 of 5 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 3 of 5 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 3 of 5 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 3 of 5 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 3 of 5 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 3 of 5 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Near Grocery Stores

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Near Schools

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 4 of 5 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 5 of 5 renters

Whitefish Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Whitefish

8/10

Lakeside Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

8/10

Russell School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Ruder Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Bigfork Elementary School

Grades PK-6 • Public

6/10

Cornelius Hedges School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Edgerton School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Whitefish, MT

Whitefish is a small town in Montana with a population of slightly more than 7,000. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (18%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults appear in smaller numbers. The majority of Whitefish residents own their homes, and 38% of residents rent. The average rent for Whitefish is $133/month more than the state average.

Many Whitefish residents work in one of two industries: entertainment and healthcare. Together, these industries account for 24% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's residents work in management, which ranks as the top field in the town. Whitefish workers bring in an average annual income of just over $71,000, about $9,000 more than their peers elsewhere in the state. However, Whitefish's average income is fairly average compared to the national level ($73,345). Whitefish has a relatively large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 26% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Whitefish has an average commute time of about 19 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common way to get to work, selected by 45% of residents, while public transportation is not used widely. A small percentage of residents (5%) walk to work, though the number far surpasses the national average.