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Quieter Chicago neighborhood
Montclare is a quieter suburb in the northwest part of Chicago, but it has access to major shopping and public transportation. “The neighborhood is off Harlem Ave, which is a business central type area with a lot of shopping and restaurants,” says Al Rodriguez, Associate Broker at RE/MAX City. Outside the businesses, residential streets have friendly neighbors and a mixture of housing options. “Montclare is a small area; it’s not high-end,” Rodriguez says. “It’s a walkable area. It’s a place where people can walk their dogs. It’s mostly family-oriented cause the concentration of single families.” Residents can also take advantage of being close to Chicago’s public transit system with Pace bus stops and the Metra stations.
Montclare homes sit on quiet streets, with blooming tulips in the spring.
Montclare locals take in the scenic views at Riis Park.
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Shop at the Brickyard
Dining in Montclare offers a mix of trendy spots to longtime favorites. Mr. D’s Shish Kabobs is a hidden spot where their steak and shish kabob sandwiches are neighborhood favorites. Reuter’s Bakery has been making decorative cakes and savory baked goods like croissants and sweet rolls since it first opened its doors in 1927. Geo’s Pizza is a neighborhood favorite for its signature thin-crust pizza. Residents can do most of their shopping at the Brickyard Mall. The plaza contains major big box stores, including Target, Marshalls and Home Depot. Weekly groceries can be bought from the Aldi or Jewel-Osco in these plazas. Residents can also shop at the Harlem Irving Plaza, two miles north. This shopping mall provides over 100 retailers, including brands such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Best Buy and Hobby Lobby.
The Brickyards have many retail and dining options for Montclare residents.
Big box retailers like Five Below are common places to shop in Montclare.
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Riis Park for outdoor fun
Montclare residents get many choices for neighborhood parks. While Riis Park is outside the neighborhood on N Narragansett Ave, it receives traffic for its size and amenities. “Riis Park is fairly big. There’s a pond and a running track for jogging,” Rodriguez says. “People walk to the park and take their dogs. In the winter, kids and families go there because of the hill, which is good for sledding.” Kids also enjoy its waterpark and swimming pool. The park also provides residents with team activities and aerobic classes. Rutherford Sayre Park is a 14-acre park in the southern part of the neighborhood. Here, locals exercise in the fieldhouse and gymnasiums, and neighborhood kids can participate in the arts and sports programs. Bell (George, Jr.) Park is a 5-acre park that provides a six-week summer camp program and several sports fields.
Montclare athletes can play some soccer on the turf or grass at Riis Park.
Enjoy some fishing with the family at Riis Park's pond.
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Chicago bungalows and brick-flats
Most homes are the signature Chicago-style bungalows with sprinkles of Georgian bricks and ranch styles. Houses are closer together and typically don’t provide much acreage. Additionally, houses will have smaller front lawns and larger backyards. Driveways are uncommon, but homes frequently have garages. A house under 1,100 square feet can cost as low as $180,000, whereas a home above 1,500 square feet can cost above $300,000. Besides homes, there’s a fair share of apartments and condos; nearly 39% of the community are renters. Brick-flat condos are congregated along the neighborhood’s edges on Grand and Diversey Avenues, usually costing between $100 and $500 thousand.
Bungalows are well represented in Montclare.
Worker's cottages with neat lawns are a common sight in Montclare.
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Steinmetz College Prep is a public magnet school in Schorsch Village.
College assistance programs in Montclare schools
Montclare students can get an education within Chicago Public Schools, starting at Locke Elementary School. The kindergarten through eighth-grade school earned a C-plus from Niche. High school can be completed at the Steinmetz College Prep, which earned a C from Niche. This school provides OneGoal, a college enrollment and persistence program where students develop academic and life skills for postsecondary opportunities.
Take the kids to The Wonder Works Children’s Museum, located a couple miles away from Montclare.
Less than 3 miles from fun recreation
The Wonder Works Children’s Museum is 2 miles from the area for a fun afternoon. The museum has eight experience zones that promote creativity and learning, including a nature play space and a garden. An AMC Theater is 3 miles away to catch the latest from Hollywood.
Commuters can access the Montclare Metra station.
Two Metra stops
Montclare holds two Metra stations, Mont Clare and Mars, that stop on the North Central and Milwaukee lines. Bus stops are also scattered around the area’s main roads. Montclare is centrally located between Interstate 90 and 290; drivers can pick up 290 for a 13-mile ride to downtown. Then, Interstate 90 can connect to O’Hare International Airport, 10 miles away. Travelers access nonstop flights to nearly 160 cities. Commonly, residents can hear the planes flying over their neighborhood.
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There is the occasional problem with street parking, but that happens wherever you go. No neighbor treats another with contempt or dishonesty. But there is hardly any interaction aside from the annual block party and the occasional greeting when we see each other.
4.0Niche User
4/12/2016Niche Review
There are plenty of local shops, parks, and public spaces and the crime rate is quite low.
4.0Current Resident
11/21/2017Niche Review
I just moved to the Montclare neighborhood and it is a quiet, beautiful and friendly neighborhood. Neighbors are helpful and the houses and apartments are beautiful. Everyone is extremely helpful and friendly.
3.0Niche User
7/9/2015Niche Review
It depends on my situation. For me I really don't like the city however I know that there is a lot of different opportunities even if it does't seem like it.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Montclare
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Montclare Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Montclare, Chicago sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Montclare, Chicago over the last 12 months is $343,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Modern new construction single-family home by top developer on an oversized 30' lot! Sharp facade with brick accents. Extra wide, open concept floor plan. Sun filled main-level features spacious living/dining area with large front windows and hardwood flooring throughout. Adjoining eat-in kitchen with stainless steel Whirlpool appliance package, flat panel cabinetry, quartz counters, island and
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Only 3 units in this massive land propertyThis high End living includes .27 Acer of land for the young ones to enjoy a very large gated land with plenty of play space, peace of mind with relaxing natural landscape includes the followingOutdoor Fireplace court yard with beautiful bird gatherings to endure the relaxing sounds.Private Raised Gardening bed included to
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Only 3 units in this massive land propertyThis high End living includes .27 Acer of land for the young ones to enjoy a very large gated land with plenty of play space, peace of mind with relaxing natural landscape includes the followingOutdoor Fireplace court yard with beautiful bird gatherings to endure the relaxing sounds.Private Raised Gardening bed included to
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