Custer, Billings, MT
Custer — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Custer, Billings, Montana. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Montana Board of Realty Regulation licensing database.
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Custer Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Custer is a well-established residential neighborhood in central Billings, Montana, named for the historic Custer School. Bordered roughly by 13th Street West, 24th Street West, Grand Avenue, and Monad Road, it offers a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with mature trees and a convenient mid-city location.
Character & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is primarily composed of single-family homes with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a stable, suburban feel with a mix of young families, professionals, and long-time homeowners, all benefiting from the area's central accessibility.
Housing
Housing in Custer consists largely of mid-20th century ranch-style homes, bungalows, and split-levels on modest, well-kept lots. The architectural styles are varied but generally traditional, offering a range of affordable options in the Billings market.
Getting Around
Custer's grid-like street layout makes navigation easy, with quick access to major arterials like Grand Avenue and King Avenue West. This provides a straightforward commute to downtown Billings, the Billings Clinic, and Montana State University Billings.
Dining & Shopping
Residents are close to the West Park Promenade, which features stores like Albertsons and Walgreens, and the shopping along King Avenue West. Dining options nearby include local favorites like The Burger Dive on Central Avenue and the Custer Reef bar and grill.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood is served by Custer Park, a central green space with playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports facilities. The adjacent Custer School provides community athletic fields, and the popular Zimmerman Park trails are just a short drive to the west.
Custer Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $165K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $392/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $69K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 73.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 26.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 59024 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Custer, Billings
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Montana Board of Realty Regulation — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18