South Bozeman
Quiet streets between Kagy and the foothills, laced with trails.
The short answer: South Bozeman runs from Kagy Boulevard south toward the foothills. It pairs quiet residential streets with some of the best trail access in the city, and it is close to campus, the hospital, and Hyalite Canyon. Older neighborhoods sit near Kagy, and newer subdivisions like Gran Cielo, Blackwood Groves, and Southbridge fill in farther south.
What it is like to live here
Mornings on the south side often start on a trail. The Sourdough Trail follows the creek through several neighborhoods, and you can ride or run from home to the edge of the mountains. Restaurants and shops along Kagy and South 19th cover most errands without going downtown.
The homes
Near Kagy, homes from the 1970s through the 1990s sit on generous lots with mature landscaping. Moving south, subdivisions like Alder Creek, West Meadow, and Sundance Springs date mostly from the 1990s and 2000s. The newest projects add modern single-family homes, townhomes, and condos with contemporary design.
What to know about growth
The south side is still expanding toward Graf Street and beyond. Growth brings new parks and services, and it changes views and traffic. I check current plans for any home near open land.
Why buyers like it
South Bozeman is one of the most sought-after parts of town. The Sourdough and Gallagator trails wind through it, Valley View Golf Club opens up green space, and you are minutes from MSU, the hospital, and the road to Hyalite Canyon. You can choose an established street with mature trees near Kagy or a newer subdivision farther south.
Worth knowing
Prices here sit near the top of the Bozeman market. South 19th Avenue and Kagy Boulevard get busy at commute times. New construction continues on the south edge, so open views today may not stay open.
Typical drive times
- Montana State UniversityAbout 5 min
- Main StreetAbout 8 min
- Hyalite CanyonAbout 15 min
- Bozeman Health Deaconess HospitalAbout 10 min
- Bozeman Yellowstone AirportAbout 25 min
Approximate, in normal traffic and good weather. I can record the real drive at your commute time.
Close by
- The Sourdough Trail and the Gallagator Trail
- Valley View Golf Club
- Museum of the Rockies
- Morning Star Elementary and Sacajawea Middle School
- Restaurants and shops along Kagy Boulevard and South 19th
South Bozeman questions
What kind of homes are in South Bozeman?
Single-family homes from established to brand new, with townhomes and condos in the newest subdivisions. Most were built from the 1970s near Kagy to new construction near Graf and Stucky.
Is South Bozeman inside Bozeman city limits?
Inside city limits, south side. City limits affect water, sewer, taxes, and which services you use, so I confirm it for any address before you write an offer.
Does South Bozeman have an HOA?
It depends on the street. Many newer subdivisions in this area have covenants and HOA dues, while older additions often do not. I pull the covenants and dues for any home you are considering.
Can I tour South Bozeman homes from out of state?
Yes. I walk homes with you on live video, record a drive through the neighborhood at the time you would commute, and can plan a scouting trip if you want to see it in person first.
Written from local experience and public sources, last reviewed November 2026. Covenants, HOA dues, school boundaries, and development plans change, so I verify them for any specific home.
Subdivisions in this area
Alder Creek
A creek, green space, and trails on an established south side street grid
Blackwood Groves
A walkable new neighborhood of connected parks on the south side
Gran Cielo
Scandinavian-style modern homes around a central park off South 19th
Southbridge
Modern homes and condos with big mountain views off South 19th
Sundance Springs
Homes that back to open space and the Sourdough Trail
West Meadow
Individually designed homes along the Sourdough Trail
Other parts of town
Southeast and Highland
Established streets near the hospital, Peets Hill, and the interstate east
Inside city limits, east and southeast sideWest Bozeman
Newer subdivisions, ponds, and parks around Gallatin High
Inside city limits, west sideCentral Bozeman
Everyday convenience, parks, and some of the most attainable prices in town
Inside city limits, between downtown and the west sideThinking about South Bozeman?
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