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An easygoing everyday lifestyle in the suburbs south of Aurora
Casual suburban style is a way of life in South Montgomery. Situated on the lower west side of the village of Montgomery, this neighborhood offers winding walking trails, familiar shopping options in close proximity and straightforward travel options into Aurora, Chicago and other typical commutes. "Everyone is so friendly here. It's a healthy balance of having a nice welcoming feel to living here, but it doesn't feel so small where everyone knows what you're doing," says Theresa Sperling, Village of Montgomery trustee.
Perfectly aligned rows of homes as viewed from an aerial perspective of South Montgomery, IL.
A birds-eye view of houses in South Montgomery, IL.
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Contemporary homes on residential streets in west Chicagoland
Almost all of South Montgomery’s home market was built between the early 2000s and the present. New traditional houses with vinyl and brick siding, subtle colors and decorative shutter windows are a common sight in the area’s subdivisions, with occasional ornamental details such as columns and fenced-in porches. Homes are generally larger than the national average and almost universally have multi-car garages built in. Rare exceptions to the area’s overarching style include some ranch-style homes built from the 1940s to the 1990s. Prices for single-family properties range from about $220,000 up to $570,000.
Newley constructed homes start at around $550k in South Montgomery, IL.
Ranch homes are a common style in South Montgomery, IL.
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Impressive walking trails throughout the community
Thanks to the area’s network of walking/biking trails and numerous leisure spaces, residents can easily access multiple neighborhood parks without driving miles away. Blackberry Trail Park offers basketball and sand volleyball courts and a lengthy stretch of the namesake trail running alongside Blackberry Creek. Lakewood Creek Park offers a large green space near Lakewood Creek Elementary School. Balmorea Park and Huntington Chase Park provide closer alternatives to residents on the west side, with a fishing pond available at the latter. To the neighborhood’s immediate north, the Stuart Sports Complex is a major hub for Midwestern youth and adult sports programs. The complex regularly hosts tournaments for baseball, softball and soccer, and also features a 15-acre dog park.
A man jogs on a path by the baseball fields at the Stuart Sports Complex in South Montgomery.
A Montgomery South local walks her dog on a summer evening at Blackberry Trail Park.
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Students earn credit for college at Oswego High School
Most households in the South Montgomery area are served by Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Lakewood Creek Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and earns a B grade on Niche. Thompson Junior High School also earns a B grade. Oswego High School offers multiple options for students to earn college credit with their studies, including Advanced Placement classes, dual-credit courses and articulated credit from the Waubonsee Community College. The school earns an A-minus grade on Niche.
Lakewood Creek students receive quality instruction with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1.
Oswego High School has an impressive overall Niche score of A minus.
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Commuters park in Aurora and ride the Metra to Chicago
South Montgomery sits on the lower end of the village of Montgomery, just south of the Kendall County line. Residents live about 6 miles south of Aurora and 48 miles southwest of the Chicago Loop. The neighborhood’s primary connections to the rest of Montgomery and the Fox Valley are East Base Line Road / US Route 30, which runs along the north side of the area, and South Lake Street/Illinois Route 31, which runs on the east end. Commuter trains depart from the Metra station in Aurora, 7 miles away, with a 1-hour trip to the Loop by rail. For medical concerns, the nearest hospital is Rush Copley Medical Center, 8 miles east of the neighborhood. Flights into the area land at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 43 miles northeast of the neighborhood, and Chicago Midway International Airport, 50 miles east.
East Base Line Road and South Lake Street connect South Montgomery to the surrounding area.
Montgomery South residents commute to downtown Chicago at the Rte 59 Metra Station.
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Walmart and familiar chain dining options in Montgomery
South Montgomery’s closest businesses are available near Baseline Road/Highway 30, to the east of the area’s residential areas. A Walmart store anchors the Orchard Crossing of Montgomery shopping center, which also includes familiar shops such as Aldi, Walgreens and Dollar Tree. For dining nearby, Los Portales and Taco Madre are both reliable picks for Mexican fare with generous portions. Chain dining picks like Rosati’s Pizza, Starbucks and Tropical Smoothie Café round out the area’s nearest options. To the neighborhood’s west, Calamity Jane’s Bar & Restaurant serves American classics and cocktails alongside unique offerings like the Sloppy Jane mushroom sandwich and The Boot – a boot-shaped souvenir glass filled with draft root beer.
Walmart is only a few miles away for most South Montgomery residents.
Residents of South Montgomery can quickly shop for their daily needs at Dollar Tree.
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Days and nights out in Montgomery and Aurora
Sitting along the Fox River in downtown Montgomery, the Gray’s Mill Estate was once a flour mill but hosts two distinct bar experiences today. Spirited cocktails and pub fare are the order of the day at Danny Boy’s Neighborhood Speakeasy, while Baum’s Biergarten specializes in German Pilsners and curated beer selections. In Aurora, residents can visit the Blackberry Farm to let the young ones enjoy pony rides or enjoy the summer concert series. To the east in Oswego, the Oswegoland Park District Civic Center hosts regular family-friendly events, including art classes, science experiment sessions and father-daughter dance recitals.
Built in 1853, Gray's Mill Estate houses a restaurant & Danny Boy's, a fun speakeasy-style bar.
Baum's Biergarten, part of Gray's Mill, is popular for its scenic outdoor patio & quality menu.
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Important things to know
According to the First Street Foundation's Flood Factor index, some areas in South Montgomery may experience flooding levels of 1 foot or more during inclement weather. Buyers are advised to determine a property’s adherence to local building codes and insurance qualifications as part of their decision-making process.
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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South Montgomery Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Montgomery, Montgomery sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in South Montgomery, Montgomery over the last 12 months is $382,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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