Missoula offers a diverse range of residential real estate, from rural single family homes within twenty minutes of the heart of Missoula, to sustainable townhomes adjacent to foothills and miles of recreation trails, to historic structures located in the urban bustle of downtown. Missoula’s neighborhoods have distinct characteristics and offer a wide variety of choices to meet lifestyle preferences. The City of Missoula’s 20 neighborhoods are represented by Neighborhood Councils that encourage active citizen engagement and promote a sense of community. Areas adjacent to the city, including East Missoula, Lolo, Frenchtown, and Bonner, offer the amenities of a rural lifestyle paired with a short commute to the urban core of Missoula.