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New 92-Unit Housing Development Breaks Ground in Great Falls

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What happened

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The Bay View housing development broke ground on October 6, 2026, along the Missouri River in Great Falls. The project will add 92 units, consisting of 78 apartment units and 12 townhomes. Apartment construction begins this fall, with both phases expected to wrap by spring of 2028.

From krtv.com

Why it matters

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The addition of 92 units enters a market where the Great Falls Development Alliance and the Association of Realtors estimate the city needs roughly 600 new units annually to meet demand. This project is situated on one of the last buildable properties along the river.

From krtv.com

Who's involved

  • Great FallsThe city where the housing development is taking place.
  • Missouri RiverThe major river along which the development is situated.
  • NelsonArchitect and co-owner of the Bay View development.
  • Cascade CountyThe county in which Great Falls is located.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Great FallsSpeculative

    The city might see increased demand for housing supply.

  • Cascade CountySpeculative

    The county may see increased property tax revenue from the new residential units.

  • Benefis Health SystemSpeculative

    The health care system could experience increased long-term demand for local healthcare services due to population growth.

  • NorthWestern EnergySpeculative

    The utility company might see an increase in the local energy load and customer base.

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