On the banks of the Fox River, Boulder Hill is a Chicago exurb within walking distance of big-box retailers, chain restaurants and public green spaces. The neighborhood of about 9,000 people is also home to two public elementary schools within a highly rated district. “The school district is probably the top draw,” says Realtor Ricardo Miranda, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Keller Williams. “It has lower taxes and more affordable homes than neighboring communities that feed into the same system.”
Boulder Hill sits by the Fox River, providing easy access to outdoor recreation.
Thompson Junior High near Boulder Hill is an above‑average public school in Oswego.
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A relatively affordable Chicago exurb
The median single-family home price is $285,000, well below Chicago’s median and the national median. Single-family homes in Boulder Hill range in price from $200,000 to $360,000. “First-time homebuyers love the area because of its affordability,” Miranda says. “Some of the homes do require updates when people move in.” The neighborhood is primarily made up of ranch styles and split-levels built between the 1950s and ‘80s. There are also several condo developments with homes priced from $85,000 to $310,000. “The homes, in general, tend to be smaller than surrounding communities, but that’s also why you get such a good price,” Miranda says.
Boulder Hill’s housing market commonly runs between $200,000 and $325,000.
Many Boulder Hill homes feature usable yard space with one‑ or two‑car garages.
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Walking to Boulder Hill and Long Beach Elementary Schools
The B-rated Boulder Hill Elementary and the B-minus-rated Long Beach Elementary are located within the community. Oswego Community High School District 308 has an A-minus Niche rating and 97% graduation rate, above state and national averages. The A-minus-rated Oswego High School was renovated about a decade ago and now has a new gymnasium floor and an expanded music wing.
Boulder Hill Elementary serves K–5 students with a student‑teacher ratio near 14 to 1.
Boulder Hill is served by Oswego High, an A‑minus school noted for diversity and athletics.
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Public green spaces within walking distance
“With 67 parks, over 20 miles of trails and over 2,000 programs and events offered annually, the Oswegoland Park District provides a wide variety of ways to stay active and connect with the community,” says Laura Finch, director of marketing and customer service for the Oswegoland Park District. “It’s a great way for residents to meet and engage.” Boulder Hill has several parks that offer amenities like open fields, playgrounds, basketball hoops and a disc golf course. The paved Fox River bike trail runs for 40 miles to the west of the neighborhood. South of Walter Payton Memorial Highway, Fox Bend Golf Course is open to the public.
Families in Boulder Hill enjoy easy access to nearby parks and open spaces.
Boulder Hill is a short drive from public golf courses in nearby Aurora and Oswego.
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Access to big-box retailers and dining
Walter Payton Memorial Highway has sit-down chain restaurants, fast-food joints, coffee shops and grocery options. Portillo's is a popular place for burgers, milkshakes and a retro vibe. Just down the street, Riverside Pizza is an ideal place to catch a game and grab a cold beer. There are also big-box retailers, including Hobby Lobby, Walmart and Dick’s Sporting Goods. There are more businesses on the neighborhood’s northeast corner, including fast-food restaurants and a movie theater.
Gray’s Mill Estate near Boulder Hill pairs 1853 charm with a restaurant and speakeasy.
Boulder Hill residents enjoy easy access to Jewel‑Osco for everyday shopping needs.
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Live music at PrairieFest
Each August, the Kendall County Fair offers four days of equestrian competitions, live music, tractor pulls and carnival rides. About 10 minutes south of Boulder Hill, Prairie Point Community Park hosts the annual PrairieFest, which draws over 75,000 people for four days of live music. People also find entertainment in neighboring Chicago, where professional sports teams include the NFL’s Bears, the MLB’s Cubs and the NBA’s Bulls.
Boulder Hill residents can head 50 miles north to Chicago to catch a White Sox game.
Trips from Boulder Hill to Chicago offer chances to catch the Bulls at the United Center.
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Commuting to Chicago
Rush Copley Medical Center is about 15 minutes northeast of the neighborhood. Boulder Hill residents often commute to Chicago, which is about 50 miles northeast, via Interstate 88. Commuters also travel 9 miles northeast to Naperville, where top employers include a natural gas distribution company, BMO Harris Bank and Nalco, a water supplier. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 45 miles northeast via I-88.
Metra stations close to Boulder Hill provide an easy commute into Chicago.
Boulder Hill is roughly 45 miles from O’Hare Airport when traveling northeast on I‑88.
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I was born and raised in Boulder hill ,Oswego. Some people in Oswego are big headed and look down on people in Boulder hill. People in both communities live here for long periods of time.
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7/19/2015Niche Review
My siblings really enjoy the schools they attend. Some of them walk to and from school, and we do not have to worry about their safety because the neighborhood is really safe. The atmosphere is very peaceful and serene. The neighbors are very nice. The playground areas are safe as well. The only problem is that we live near a very busy street, so we must monitor very closely my siblings when they cross the street.
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Crime and Safety
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Boulder Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boulder Hill, Montgomery sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Boulder Hill, Montgomery over the last 12 months is $307,500, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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