Jim Woodley, Broker

Broker | CRS | ABR | GRI | Distinctive Properties

Jim and his wife, Andi, have lived in Bozeman since 1983. They have three children and seven grandchildren. Jim loves playing morning racquetball games, traveling, and watching his grandkids play sports.

Jim was a volunteer with the Child Advancement Program run by the local chapter of Thrive for 20 years. Under the program, he mentored a student once a week in one of the local schools. He also served in the US Navy on an aircraft carrier during the early years of the Vietnam conflict. Besides real estate, Jim has a strong background in construction and helping clients buy and sell all kinds of real estate. Jim and Andi have bought and sold investment property over the years and he enjoys helping people with investment opportunities. He has been licensed to sell real estate in Montana for 32 years. Jim’s clients are very important to him and he works hard to make sure their buying or selling experience goes smoothly. Jim Woodley’s career in real estate started in 1968 when he got out of the Navy, working in his family's business in Ohio. Besides being in real estate, they also were developers, builders and property managers. Jim has supervised subdivision development, shopping center development and home construction as well as years of sales experience. After moving to Bozeman Jim decided that real estate was what he wanted to concentrate on; so since 1992 he has been helping buyers and sellers.

When working on your behalf, Jim brings 50 years of sales and negotiation experience to the table. He listens to what your needs are and translates those into the best possible experience for you. He can handle all your real estate needs from land to homes to investment. He also works well with first time homebuyers and veterans. Having lived in Bozeman since 1983, he knows the area and will help you find just the right fit. Jim develops a close relationship with his clients through his personal service and commitment. His tenacity and vast knowledge of the market helps him find the specialty properties that meet his clients needs.

Jim Woodley has held a real estate license in Montana since 1991 and joined ERA Landmark in 2000. Jim has more than 15 years experience in construction, real estate and property management. Jim is a volunteer for the Bozeman Public School Districts Child Advancement Project and is a committee member for the 2001 Air Show of the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce. Jim was the 2001 President of the Gallatin Association of REALTORS. He is also a member of the National and Montana Association of REALTORS and the Southwest Montana Multiple Listing Service.

License #RRE-BRO-LIC-7433

Office Location: 1805 W Dickerson # 1, Bozeman

- Daniel and Scarlet Schwendtner

"Jim's experience and expertise was crucial to making our first home purchase a great experience."

 

 

- Ned & Judith Maxon

"Jim Woodley is an excellent agent. He went out of his way to meet my wife and I on a Sunday. He put me in touch with a handyman to do some things after the sale. He put a combination key box on the door and made himself available so folks could get in to work on the condo. I feel Jim went above and beyond what he was required to do. Thanks Jim"

 

 


- Mark Saulnler

"Jim was terrific to work with! He is responsive, honest, thorough, and extremely helpful with local referrals. Jim's knowledge and experience in the Bozeman market was exactly what we needed. I would highly recommend Jim to any buyer or seller looking for a great, real professional!"

 

 


- Sherry and Douglas Hein

"Jim was amazing. What a fabulous resource for us; an absolute front of local information. Very pleased! Jim sent us weekly updates with new listings, we would choose the ones we were interested in and he would take us to view the houses."

 

 

- Ryan Callaghan

"Jim is one of the nicest men you'll ever meet. He really does care about the outcome and experience you have with him as an agent. He went above and beyond the call of duty when it came to my situation. I don't think I can say enough great things about him. He is patient, understanding, dependable, knowledgeable, outgoing, kindhearted, and just overall a good person."

 

 


- Craig Lang

"I am very pleased with Jim. Everything was handled in a professional and expedited manner."

 

 


- Frederick & Jacquelin Whatman

"Jim meets all expectations and above. It was good to have him look over our every need."

 

 

- Linda Lioi

"My first meeting with Jim Woodley was great! He took his time with me. He listened to my worries and questions, gave me great advice, and I never felt pressured. He truly is a remarkable man and does a wonderful job. Going into it I was nervous – not really sure everything would work out. But once we had everything in place, Jim said, ‘It will be okay’ and he was right. He never stopped. I feel he went above and beyond his jobs to make sure this came true for me."

 

 


Aaron and Angela Demro

Jim was a fantastic real estate agent.  We couldn't be happier with how things turned out.  I would highly recommend him to any home buyer. I am a first-time home buyer veteran and used a VA loan to purchase the property.  Having Jim (also a veteran) as my agent gave me added confidence and a feeling that he was working towards my best interest.  This included providing counsel on the things we need to consider as VA buyers that ultimately helped us get the perfect home for our needs.  Can't say enough of how much I appreciate his efforts.

 

 


- Ted & Betty Lang

"Jim's expertise was appreciated since we were making a switch of selling one home and buying another. It went perfectly. We could not have done it without him. Our original house sold in about one week. You can't ask for better than that! Jim really worked on our behalf."

 

 

- David & Jaimie Nelson

"Jim is a very knowledgeable and personable sales rep. He worked very hard over the course of several months to assist me in buying a home. I lived over 1100 miles away and had to make several trips to view homes we were interested in. Jim made each trip count and provided valuable insight into the properties I had requested to view. It was a pleasure working with him and we are now comfortably settled into our new home. Many thanks to Jim Woodley."

 

 


- Karen Halverson

"Jim Woodley is an outstanding Realtor®. He is knowledgeable, dependable, honest and easily accessible. He goes above and beyond to serve his clients. I plan to use Jim and Andi for all my future real estate needs."

 

 

Diane Money

“Jim was a great agent to work with as I knew him personally and professionally ! He listened to all the things I wanted to accomplish in my purchase of a new home! Very grateful !”

- Daniel Meier

"We felt we could trust Jim implicitly to communicate and do everything possible to market our home. We generally have high expectations and Jim exceeded them. He was frank, upfront, clear and honest. He offered advice rather than hanging back and making us bear the brunt of decision making. I felt I could rely upon his advice when making our decisions."

 

 


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