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A wealth of opportunity in Belmont Heights
Situated in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, Belmont Heights might seem easy to overlook. Its gridded residential streets of cottages and bungalows are comparatively quiet to the bustling Harlem Avenue, lined with Chicagoland’s classic Italian eateries. But a deeper look into the community reveals a wealth of opportunity for both investors and homebuyers alike. Fixer-uppers neighbor newly renovated homes and custom-builds at an accessible rate compared to surrounding suburbs. Walkable parks and schools make for an inviting environment, boasting low CAP Index Crime scores and a variety of public transportation options.
Cottages and Bungalows line the quiet streets of Belmont Heights.
Hiawatha Park in Belmont Terrace features a well maintained playground.
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Uniform residential streets with diverse pricing
The residential lanes of Belmont Heights are lined with Cape Cods, cottages and bungalows. A sense of uniformity blankets the community, as each home offers its own neat lawn extending to a sidewalk shaded by old-growth trees. Homebuyers will find that the pricing, however, is the opposite of uniform. Investment properties might go for $150,000, while custom and newly renovated homes range between $500,000 and $700,000. Attached garages aren’t a certainty, but many lots offer short driveways and ample street parking. Varying as well are quaint verandas and back alleys where detached garages rest beside backyard gates.
Cape Cod is a popular home style in Belmont Heights.
Belmont Heights is known for its tidy lawns and well cared for landscaping.
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A STEAM curriculum with Chicago Public Schools
Students are zoned for Chicago Public School District 299, beginning at Dever Elementary. A walkable school in the heart of Belmont Heights, Dever earns a grade of B-minus on Niche and enrolls kindergarten through eighth-grade students. Steinmetz College Prep High School earns a C on Niche. Considered a STEAM school, Steinmetz prioritizes the arts in its curriculum alongside mathematics and sciences. Students are granted the opportunity to enroll in JROTC or the International Baccalaureate program.
Dever Elementary School teaches students in grades PK-8 in Belmont Heights.
Steinmetz College Prep has a Niche rating of C.
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Taking the Blue Line from Harlem to Clark Street
Nearby public transportation makes the 17-mile commute to Downtown Chicago much easier. Residents of Belmont Heights will find bus stops along Harlem Avenue, Belmont Avenue and Irving Park Road, while the closest Metra station is River Grove, located on Thatcher Avenue. Those who prefer the L can head about 3 miles north to Harlem station, where less than 30 minutes on the Blue Line takes riders to The Loop. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 7 miles west, while the closest emergency room is at Ascension Resurrection Hospital, about 4 miles north in Norwood Park. Despite the convenience of public transportation and local thoroughfares, homebuyers will find that Belmont Heights is relatively quiet compared to its surrounding suburbs.
Belmont Heights Residents can catch the Metra downtown at the River Grove stop.
Catch the Harlem bus to the Blue line near Belmont Heights.
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Chicagoland’s classic Italian fare
Harlem Avenue is lined with a world tour of eateries, from Puerto Rican to Italian to Middle Eastern. The interwoven retail shops and markets are just blocks from most residences. Luke’s on Harlem is a Chicagoland institution, a family-owned stop slinging beef, hot dogs and Italian ice for more than 30 years. Down the road, BarTucci Homemade Italian Food serves traditional, homemade Italian fare under the glow of string lights on a shaded patio. But of course, the neon red signage and checkerboard ambiance of Mr. Beef & Pizza is hard to miss, ideal for a greasy craving. Just north, Harlem Irving Plaza is a shopping mall featuring dozens of brand-name retail outlets alongside Target and Best Buy. Locals grab the essentials from regional chains like Rich’s Fresh Market off Cumberland Avenue, or Jewel-Osco on Irving Park Road.
BarTucci serves healthy, authentic, and flavor-driven Italian food in Belmont Heights.
Luke's on Harlem in Belmont Heights was a 2014 Inductee to the Vienna Beef Hall of Fame.
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A variety of recreational opportunities in Belmont
The athletic fields and playground at Hiawatha Park are popular among families of Belmont Heights. But the park’s additional amenities are open for all residents, including a gymnasium and fitness center where basketball leagues gather, and yoga courses are held. Neighboring the community to the west is Schiller Woods, a 380-acre natural area surrounding the Des Plaines River Trail. Hiking, fishing and picnicking are among the area’s most popular pastimes, though the winter sometimes prompts guests to try their hand at cross-country skiing. Just south, the Indian Boundary Golf Course is a public, 18-hole course offering memberships and passes.
Belmont Heights residents love spending time at Indian Boundary Golf Course.
Hiawatha Park offers tennis courts, baseball fields, football/soccer field and a playground.
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Parks in this Area
Hiawatha Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Picnic Area
Schiller Woods
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Triangle Park
Playground
Dunning Read Conservation Area
Bike Trails
Trails
John Mills Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Bambi Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
15 min drive
Bus
Harlem & Grace
Bus
Belmont & Overhill (77th Avenue)
Bus
Harlem & Roscoe
Bus
Belmont & Oriole (76th Avenue)
Bus
Harlem & Byron
Bus
Harlem & Belmont
Bus
Addison & Forest Preserve Avenue
Belmont Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Belmont Heights, Chicago sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Belmont Heights, Chicago over the last 12 months is $295,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,055
Median Age
43
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,819
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,443
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
27.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.4%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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