2025 Year in Review: Missoula Leasing
https://youtu.be/q2DdpMYbkgk?si=EZa8TynKnqE7-gFs Leasing activity across Missoula remained active in 2025, even as vacancy increased modestly and pricing continued to move upward across office, industrial, and retail. These conditions created more optionality—but also more competition—making preparation, positioning, and timing increasingly critical for both tenants and landlords. Joe Tredik outlines what these trends mean heading into 2026, from […]
2025 Year in Review: Missoula Office
https://www.youtube.com/embed/afwW08eHIsI?si=Idwiu7mgFSxrJeE3 Missoula’s office sector closed out the year with measured shifts in vacancy, steady rent growth, and a continued preference among businesses for functional, well-equipped space. Connor McMahon outlines how these trends played out locally, highlighting the rise of owner-occupier purchases, the resilience of medical office, and the ongoing push toward upgraded workplaces. In this […]
Bozeman’s Zoning Code Update: Key Impacts for Property Owners, Investors, and Developers
A closer look at how proposed zoning changes shift density, permitted uses, and development potential across Bozeman, Montana and what commercial real estae stakeholders should evaluate as the update moves toward adoption.
What Missoula’s Zoning Rewrite Means for Property Owners
At SterlingCRE Advisors, we keep a close eye on the planning decisions shaping Missoula, especially those that impact how people use, develop, and value real estate. Right now, the City of Missoula is in the midst of a major zoning code rewrite that every property owner should be watching closely. This update is part of […]
Flexible Real Estate Strategies for Montana Businesses
When it comes to finding or expanding into commercial space, the options go well beyond the usual “buy a building” or “sign a lease.” Business owners often overlook flexible strategies that can free up capital, improve cash flow, or help secure the right property when the market is tight. Here are a few strategies worth […]
Bozeman Office Mid-Year Outlook 2025: Thinking About New Office Space in Bozeman? Now Might Be the Time
With vacancy sitting at 8.3%, Bozeman’s office market offers a rare opening for tenants. For businesses looking to upgrade, relocate, or open their first office, there are more options on the table than we’ve seen in recent years—including hard-to-find downtown space. More Choices, Including Downtown Historically, finding office space in downtown Bozeman has been a […]
Bozeman Office Mid-Year Outlook 2025: Slower Decision Cycles Call for Active Leasing Strategies
The office market in Gallatin County remains relatively steady, with current vacancy sitting at 8.3%. While that’s slightly elevated from historic lows, it hasn’t shifted drastically over the past few years. Caution Slows New Development Although several projects are in the planning stage, many are likely to be paused as economic uncertainty weighs on development […]
Federal Legislation Brings Strategic Incentives for CRE Investors — Especially in Rural Montana
Recently, the U.S. federal government—including Congress, the Senate, and the President—passed the “Big Beautiful Bill.” This bill includes important provisions for commercial real estate (CRE) investors. Within the bill are significant renewals and expansions of two powerful incentives: The Opportunity Zone Program has been extended and modified. 100% Federal Bonus Depreciation is being restored, with […]
2025 Property Tax Changes in Montana: What You Need to Know
There are a few things in life less fun than paying property taxes. Add a brand-new tax rate calculation system and reassessment, and now it’s even more confusing. Welcome to 2025 in Montana. At SterlingCRE Advisors, we’ve been tracking the upcoming changes. We’ve reviewed the legislation and spoken with local tax experts, and we’re here […]
Rising Vacancy, Rising Rents: What’s Happening in Missoula Office?
Office vacancy is up in Missoula. That’s not a shock to anyone keeping an eye on the market. But before jumping to conclusions, it’s worth asking a better question: What does that vacancy really mean? Not all empty space is bad. Having a little slack in the market can be a good thing. It gives […]
