Friday, July 17, 2026 / by Steve Laakso
Here's Why You Should Consider Foothills in Gillette
Published by the Steve Laakso Real Estate Team
Steve Laakso & Camarae Kelley, Licensed REALTORS® (Since 2002)
Brokerage: Signature Real Estate Group
1211 S Douglas Hwy, Suite 90, Gillette, WY 82716
Steve Laakso & Camarae Kelley, Licensed REALTORS® (Since 2002)
Brokerage: Signature Real Estate Group
1211 S Douglas Hwy, Suite 90, Gillette, WY 82716
Last Updated: July 17, 2026
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Why Everyone's Talking About the Foothills Neighborhood in Gillette
There's a reason "Foothills" keeps coming up when people ask where to buy in Gillette. It's not flashy, it's not new construction with a big marketing budget behind it: it's just solid. Established. The kind of neighborhood where trees have had decades to grow tall.
Tucked on the east side of town, Foothills (sometimes listed as Foothills/Highland) is one of Gillette's classic, well-loved subdivisions. Homes here were mostly built in the late 70s and 80s, which means mature landscaping, wider lots, and that lived-in charm that new-build neighborhoods just can't fake yet. Buyers are drawn here for the affordability compared to newer subdivisions, the quiet residential feel, and the fact that you're still just minutes from everything Gillette has to offer.
Foothills sits close to shopping corridors along Douglas Highway and the Gillette College area, so grocery runs, restaurants, and errands are quick without feeling like you're in the middle of traffic. Families like the proximity to schools, commuters like the easy shot to work, and anyone who's lived in Gillette long enough knows this side of town has a good mix of convenience and calm.
It's also just a great entry point into homeownership. Prices tend to be friendlier here than in Gillette's newer developments, which makes Foothills a popular choice for first-time buyers, young families, or anyone looking to get more square footage for their money.
One home that's turning heads is 3203 Foothills Blvd. This home is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath tri-level with 2,472 square feet, listed at $309,900. The main level has a cozy living room with a fireplace, and the kitchen and dining area open right up to a maintenance-free deck with southern views - the kind of spot you'll actually use on summer evenings. With a finished basement, a two-car garage, and a fully fenced backyard on a 0.18-acre lot, it's the kind of home that gives a growing family (or someone who just wants a little breathing room) plenty to work with.
If you've been thinking about making a move to Foothills, or simply want to see what homes are available, now is a great time to explore the neighborhood. Schedule your private showing of 3203 Foothills Blvd today, or reach out to us at (307)680-4956 Steve Laakso or (307)660-8237 Camarae Kelley. We'd love to show you why so many people are proud to call Foothills home!
Brokerage: Signature Real Estate Group
Located at 1211 S Douglas Hwy Ste 90, Gillette, WY 82716
Office phone (307)670-9222
www.campbellcountywyhomes.com
Located at 1211 S Douglas Hwy Ste 90, Gillette, WY 82716
Office phone (307)670-9222
www.campbellcountywyhomes.com


