East HelenaMontana
East Helena is a city in Lewis and Clark County, Montana, United States, approximately 5 miles (8 km) east of downtown Helena. The population was 1,944 at the 2020 census.
Intro: Wikipedia
About East Helena
Set in the central part of Montana, East Helena is a small town with an estimated population of 2,239.
Officially, East Helena is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 4.05 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 553 residents per square mile.
What Makes East Helena Unique
- The only place in America named East Helena — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Part of the fabric of Montana — one of 497 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.
📍 Neighborhoods in East Helena
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🍽️ Where to Eat in East Helena
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🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in East Helena
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🏫 Schools in East Helena
- 227 Academy
- East Helena High School
- East Valley Middle School
- Eastgate School
- Prickly Pear Elem
- Radley Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.