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In Columbia Falls, Storage Rentals of America is your trusted destination for all your storage needs. Our facility is designed to provide a seamless and secure storage experience, offering a range of features and services that set us apart from the competition.
At Storage Rentals of America, the safety and security of your belongings are our top priorities. Our fully fenced facility, enhanced with a state-of-the-art gate system, protects your stored items. You can confidently access your storage unit with well-lit premises, even in the evening.
Convenience is key, and we understand the importance of a hassle-free storage experience. That's why we offer drive-up storage units, allowing you to load and unload your items directly from your vehicle.
Flexibility is another value we hold dear. Our month-to-month leases allow you to choose the storage duration that suits your needs, whether you require short-term or long-term storage solutions. Our call center is also available 7 days a week to assist you with any questions or concerns.
We understand that different items require different storage conditions. We offer climate control storage units to maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels. Whether you're storing sensitive documents, electronics, or valuable antiques, our climate-controlled spaces provide the ideal environment to keep your belongings pristine.
Besides our standard storage units, we provide dedicated vehicle storage options. Our secure vehicle storage area offers a reliable space to park and protect your cars, motorcycles, boats, or RVs.
Our storage facility offers a comprehensive selection of moving and packing supplies. From sturdy boxes to packing materials and tape, we have everything you need to safeguard your items during transportation and storage. Stop by and experience the Storage Rentals of America difference today.
Cylinder locks are required for all units and can be purchased at the office.
Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Columbia Falls.
Reviews published in Money Inc. and Safewise give praise to Columbia Falls by saying it is one of the best and safest places to live in Montana. The city is right on the shores of the Flathead River and surrounded by many thousands of acres of national forest. With only 5,308 people living there, according to the 2020 U.S. Census, there is plenty of room to spread out and have a huge ranch if you want one.
The area's history shows that the first settlers arrived in 1891, and then, in 1909, the city was incorporated. The arrival of the Great Northern Railway in the late 1800s created the opportunity to exploit the timber resources in the area and ship huge amounts of lumber to the rest of the United States by train.
The town is best known for being near Glacier National Park and attracts tourists worldwide.
Columbia Falls has all the amenities of a resort town, a tourist destination with family-friendly activities.
Because many tourists come to the area throughout the year, there are many things to do and many jobs taking care of them.
The local economy relies on tourism, the timber industry, health care, and retail shops to support it.
The unemployment rate of 5.6% is too high compared to the U.S. unemployment rate of 3.6%. The median household income is $45,393 is $12,000 too low compared to the American average of $57,652. The next ten years will see job growth at 37.3%, slightly better than the prediction for America at 33.5%.
The best employers are these industries: wood products (14.3%), health care (11.4%), hotels/food service (10.8%), schools (7.7%), metal products (4.9%), building construction (5.8%), and arts/entertainment/recreation (3.2%).
The city has three neighborhoods. Columbia Falls East is the most expensive, and the City Center is the least costly. In the middle, price-wise, is the neighborhood of Conkelley/Halfmoon.
Here are the choices to consider:
Columbia Falls Public Schools is the school district. There are two elementary schools, one junior high school, and one high school. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16 to one. The district spends $14,035 per student each year on education and support services.
There is only one private school called Farming for the Future offering special education programs for students with special needs in grades K to 12.
The only college nearby is Flathead Valley Community College. It is a public school about 12 miles from Columbia Falls, offering a two-year program.
The City of Columbia Falls provides water and sewer services. Northwestern Energy offers gas and electrical services. You can register online to turn on the services. Republic provides trash collection and recycling services.
The Columbia Falls Parks and Recreation Department manages the 28-acre River's Edge Park on the Flathead River. The park has superb walking trails and a fly-fishing pond for families to enjoy together. The department also manages a public swimming pool called the Pinewood Park Aquatic Center. Besides swimming, the park has a basketball court, children's playground, swings, and picnic tables.
The City of Columbia Falls has a mayor and a six-member city council. All public officials are elected to serve four-year terms.
The median listing home price is $209,500. You can get a very modest home for around $175,000. Luxury homes start at $499,000, and if you want to have a reason to wear the biggest cowboy hat in the room, you can pony up a bit over $12 million to buy a huge ranch.
Housing prices have risen over the past few years. Very few homes are offered for sale, so competition from potential buyers is strong. The price increases are just now starting to level off in 2023. In general, housing costs are 6% lower than the American average. The cost of living in this area is 7% less than that in other parts of the U.S.