Montrose
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Great for
- Lack of Traffic
- Neighborly Spirit
- Clean & Green
- Parks & Recreation
- Safe & Sound
Not great for
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Nightlife
Who lives here?
- Tourists
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Students
- Country Lovers
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Montrose
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Montrose is a tucked away gem in Colorado"
Montrose rocks! There are a lot of rocks, canyons, a desert and high country mountain feel that combines with the quiet and remoteness of the SW and found in abundance in this neck of Colorado. Uncompagre National Forest to the west and Gunnison to the east this is a unique spot in Colorado and definitely in North America.
Montrose offers amazing land and culture, views and shopping options for half the cost of higher end ritzier (and busier) mountain communities in Colorado. This is no Aspen but the views are just as spectacular and the people are down to earth and friendly. There is no much land and county roads to explore. Ranches and some farm land abound, and lots of tucked away mountain properties for the rugged.
There are about 15,000 people who call Montrose home and the average household income is about $33,000. this is a chill mountain community that you should check out if you want to live in the heart of Colorado, with a bit of the southwest flare that comes with the area.
Montrose offers amazing land and culture, views and shopping options for half the cost of higher end ritzier (and busier) mountain communities in Colorado. This is no Aspen but the views are just as spectacular and the people are down to earth and friendly. There is no much land and county roads to explore. Ranches and some farm land abound, and lots of tucked away mountain properties for the rugged.
There are about 15,000 people who call Montrose home and the average household income is about $33,000. this is a chill mountain community that you should check out if you want to live in the heart of Colorado, with a bit of the southwest flare that comes with the area.
Pros
- friendly community
- nice shopping
- surrounded by country
Cons
- small town
Recommended for
- Tourists
Montrose
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Lack of Traffic
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Montrose: small, rural community with a lively positive energy"
Montrose is a town of about 20,000 people. It's the largest city in Montrose County and is located in the heart of the Uncompahgre Valley. Although it's a small community, Montrose is rapidly growing town that exudes a friendly, welcoming energy. New suburbs and apartment complexes are being built almost every time I visit; but in spite of this growth, Montrose never feels crowded. With the Black Canyon, Ouray, and Cerro Summit just a short car ride away, it's easy to get out of town for a while.
Despite its size, Montrose still has a wonderful variety of cute shops, bakeries, and boutiques. Pollux is a fantastic women's clothing store, full of cute vintage outfits; while the Daily Bread is one of the best spots to find a good breakfast bagel or a sandwich.
Most of Montrose's festivals and attractions center around the holidays; July 4th brings in hot air balloonists from all over the country, and the whole sky fills with colorful balloons. Christmas time brings the Festival of Lights, a parade that passes through downtown Montrose. The floats are built and presented by locals - girl scouts, church groups, businesses - and it always brings a big crowd.
There are a lot of farms and ranches on the outskirts of Montrose, so the town is surrounded by rolling pastures, mountains, and livestock. The combination makes for a beautiful, relaxing community - the perfect mix of rural and city life.
Despite its size, Montrose still has a wonderful variety of cute shops, bakeries, and boutiques. Pollux is a fantastic women's clothing store, full of cute vintage outfits; while the Daily Bread is one of the best spots to find a good breakfast bagel or a sandwich.
Most of Montrose's festivals and attractions center around the holidays; July 4th brings in hot air balloonists from all over the country, and the whole sky fills with colorful balloons. Christmas time brings the Festival of Lights, a parade that passes through downtown Montrose. The floats are built and presented by locals - girl scouts, church groups, businesses - and it always brings a big crowd.
There are a lot of farms and ranches on the outskirts of Montrose, so the town is surrounded by rolling pastures, mountains, and livestock. The combination makes for a beautiful, relaxing community - the perfect mix of rural and city life.
Pros
- surrounded by country
- nice shopping
- friendly community
Cons
- small town
- not a lot of nightlife
Recommended for
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Tourists
- Students
- Country Lovers
- Trendy & Stylish
