Why Live in Montgomery Hills
Montgomery Hills in Decatur is a neighborhood characterized by ranch-style and split-level homes built primarily between the 1960s and 1970s. These homes typically feature quarter-acre lawns with maple and pine trees, and driveways that minimize street parking. Greendell Park, an 8-acre area with trees and streams, connects to the 11-mile Stevens Creek Bikeway, while Cresthaven Park offers playgrounds, pickleball courts, and extensive woodland trails. Shopping and dining options are conveniently located less than a mile away in Northland Heights, with popular spots like Diamonds Family Restaurant, which serves a variety of dishes including all-day breakfast. For groceries, a Walmart Supercenter is about 2 miles away. The neighborhood hosts a Farmer’s Market every Monday afternoon from July through August at Richland Community College, featuring local produce and crafts. While Montgomery Hills is car-dependent with few sidewalks, the Decatur Public Transit System provides bus routes throughout the city, with several stops along West Mound Road. Downtown Decatur is approximately 4 miles south. Schools in the area include James Parsons School, Decatur Middle School, and MacArthur High School, which has an Agricultural Academy and a robust athletics program. Private education is available at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, which is active in community charity drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montgomery Hills a good place to live?
Montgomery Hills is a good place to live. Montgomery Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Montgomery Hills is a suburban neighborhood. Montgomery Hills has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 50. The average household income is $64,776 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Montgomery Hills are home owners, with 26.7% of residents renting and 73.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Montgomery Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Montgomery Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Montgomery Hills?
The median home price in Montgomery Hills is $249,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $49,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $53K a year to afford the median home price in Montgomery Hills. The average household income in Montgomery Hills is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Montgomery Hills?
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What are the best private schools in Montgomery Hills?
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Home Trends in Montgomery Hills, IL
On average, homes in Montgomery Hills, Decatur sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Montgomery Hills, Decatur over the last 12 months is $193,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$193,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$244,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$84
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$249,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%