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About Montclair
Montclair is a quaint suburb of Garland sandwiched between Bass Park and I-635. Many community residents settle down due to its proximity to Dallas, about 13 miles away, while still having access to suburban amenities such as parks and highly ranked schools.
Aerial view of the Montclair neighborhood, showcasing the vast amount of suburban greenery.
Enjoy the smell of fresh flowers at Suburban Plants in Montclair.
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Homes
Many homes in Montclair are duplexes and brick ranch houses built in the 1960s through 70s. Houses share a neutral color palette, lining the well-maintained residential streets. Central features of the community include garages, driveways, spacious backyards and shaded sidewalks ideal for morning walks. Homes in Montclair may range from $220,000 for three bedrooms starting at 1,2000 Square Footage to $350,000 for over 2,000 square feet.
Residents of Montclair take pride in their front yards and landscaping.
Homes in Montclair are often shaded by large trees in the front yard.
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Schools
For Families with students, living in Montclair ensures a timely commute to school as three schools apart of the Garland Independent School District are within walking distance from residences. The Garland Independent School District is highly rated, categorized with an overall score of an A minus, according to Niche. Schools include Montclair Elementary School and Heather Glen Elementary School, both participating in a district-wide initiative that provides college preparatory programs for students starting in kindergarten. O’banion Middle School prepares students for prospective STEM and trade careers through the district’s Career & Technical Education courses. South Garland High offers signature programs in Auto Technology, Welding and Cosmetology. “At all of Garland’s high schools, you can actually graduate with your associate degree, and it’s completely free,” Abell says.
Montclair Elementary is apart of the highly rated Garland Independent School District.
South Garland High School sets the standard for academic excellence in Montclair.
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Parks
Over five neighborhood parks are dotted throughout Montclair, and residents are always close to peaceful picnics or morning walks among the greenery. At Armstrong Park and Dorfman Park, kids in the neighborhood can hang out on the playground while not being too far from home. Meadowcreek Branch Park pocket park has been completely renovated with a wooden play set for neighborhood kids to enjoy. “We have passed 5 measures, which have called for a masterplan to develop all of our parks, making them accessible and renovating,” says Patrick Abell, a 26-year-long resident of Garland and Realtor with United Real Estate for 8 years. Bass Park is where residents can bike, call and bring their dogs along the forested Duck Tree Trail.
Kids love the playground at Bass Park in Montclair.
You can find Monarch Butterflies in the Monarch Waystation at Armstrong Park.
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Shopping and Dining
Living in Garland, you’ll find Mexican-style cuisine almost everywhere. One nearby spot is Taqueria Taxco, a regional chain with rotating weekly specials like Taco Tuesday. And, Taqueria La Famosito, a local taqueria for authentic al pastor and lengua tacos. “You’ll always be close to a Taco place, and that’s why I love Garland,” Abell says. Garland Cafe on Centerville Road is a no-frills diner where you can always pop in for classic and lunch staples.
Grocery store runs are hassle-free, especially with Winco on West Centerville Road, a regional chain stocked with daily essentials near LA Fitness and Chuck E. Cheese. Or head to Tom Thumb, a local grocery market in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Don’t forget to check out Suburban Plants for fresh picks for your home. Montclair is 5 miles from Downtown Garland, characterized by its local eateries, shopping and annual city-wide celebrations like the Wheels of Hope Car Show, the Sounds of Summer Concert Series and Christmas on the Square. Firewheel Town Center is about 8 miles away, with dozens of upscale and casual shopping destinations.
Garland Cafe is a popular diner offering classic menu items.
WinCo Foods is one of many grocery stores to shop at in Montclair.
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Transportation
With its centralized location in Dallas and Downtown Garland and access to several highly rated schools and renovated pocket parks, Montclair may be a convenient place to call home.
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Parks in this Area
Rick Oden Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Troth Ablon Park
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
White Park
Basketball
Volleyball
Multi-Purpose Field
Grissom Park
Basketball
Volleyball
Multi-Purpose Field
Armstrong Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Dorfman Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Bass Park
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Meadowcreek Branch Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Dallas Love Field
29 min drive
Bus
Centerville & Marketplace - N - Mb
Bus
Centerville & Marketplace - N - Fs
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Montclair
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Montclair Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Montclair, Garland sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Montclair, Garland over the last 12 months is $247,000, down 27% 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
2,971
Median Age
34
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,842
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,021
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78%
College Graduates
11%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 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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