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A cultural gem west of Logan Sqaure
Compared to Logan Square, its popular neighbor to the east, Belmont Gardens is a more affordable and less bustling option that offers similar perks. With modest homes available for under $ 500,000, ample public transit options, a walkable layout, and nearby shopping and dining, this neighborhood has been a highly sought-after option over the past decade.
Much like its neighbor to the south, Hermosa, Belmont Gardens is primarily Hispanic. This fact is showcased in several ways, from the seemingly endless options of authentic Hispanic cuisine throughout the community to close-knit summer get-togethers at the parks.
Homes in Belmont Gardens sit on tree lined streets.
Belmont Gardens shares its borders with Avondale and Hermosa.
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Commuters can access the Metra at the Healy station near Belmont Gardens.
Access to the Blue Line and Healy Station
One of the main draws to this community is the convenient access to public transportation options. “You are close to the Blue Line, but you’re also close enough to the Healy Metro Stop, which can get you into the suburbs,” says realtor Ben Lalez from the Ben Lalez Team at Compass. The MD-N subway runs through this neighborhood’s east side, while bus route 74 runs along the southern border. North Milwaukee Avenue is just a few blocks east of this community, and Kennedy Expressway is about 3 miles east.
Authentic cuisine, grocery stores and Walmart
Much like its neighbor to the south, Hermosa, Belmont Gardens is primarily Hispanic. This fact is showcased in the many Latino cuisine options throughout the community. El Cubanito is a local favorite that serves traditional Cuban sandwiches. And along Fullerton Avenue sits Ponce Restaurant, a family-owned gem well known for its Jabarito sandwich. Vibrant taco spots, like Tacotlan, El Taconazo Jr. and Taqueria El Tapatio are also popular options lining Fullerton. For everyday essentials, residents head to Hall Plaza to shop at Walmart and Aldi.
Restaurants like Tacotlan serve Mexican staples in Belmont Gardens.
Among the several grocery options in Belmont Gardens is Aldi.
Big box stores like Walmart are located off of Diversey Avenue in Belmont Gardens.
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Kelvyn (William) Park, Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park and Ken-Well Park
On warm summer days, residents head to Kelvyn Park to let the kids burn off steam at the playscape. This park is also where residents gather for barbeques, baseball games, soccer matches and tennis matches. Residents also use the park to walk their dogs and go on bike rides. Other options include Ken-Well Park and Kosciuszko Park, which features a sprawling playground.
Play some baseball or kickball at the newly built baseball diamond in Kosciuszko Park.
Play some soccer with friends at the Kelvyn Park soccer field.
Kids can run freely at Kelyn Park's playground, located in Belmont Gardens.
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Mid-priced brick Bungalows and two-flats
In Belmont Gardens, “You can get modest homes for under $500,000,” Lalez says. “There are mostly brick bungalows and two-flats. A huge portion of the housing stock is single-family homes, and nearly everything has a garage,” he says. This community also offers townhouses and condos ranging from older buildings to new constructions. Houses range from $200,000 for a three-bedroom bungalow that needs some love, to upwards of $600,000 for a newly renovated four-bed bungalow. Townhouse and condo prices range from under $80,000 for an older condo, to upwards of $690,000 for a newly constructed townhouse. “The big thing to know about neighborhoods west of the highway is that as you stay close to Milwaukee Avenue, values tend to stay higher because of access to public transit,” Lalez says. Inventory is low, and the market is hot, with most homes only staying on the market for around 19 days. For comparison, the US average is 42 days.
The average home price in Belmont Gardens is around $450,000.
Belmont Gardens residents enjoy peaceful streets and green yards.
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Schools within walking distance
Neighborhood kids attend Barry Elementary from pre-K through sixth grade. The elementary school has a C-minus on Niche and is at the center of the neighborhood, putting it within walking distance for most residents. Kelvyn Park High School, a fine and performing arts junior and senior high school, holds a C-minus rating and is often the next step for seventh through twelfth graders. For English-learning students and students with learning disabilities, Federico Garcia Lorca Elementary is a popular option. The elementary/middle school teaches students from pre-K through eighth and has a C rating on Niche.
Barry Elementary School has about 491 students in grades PK, K-6.
Kelvyn Park High School is a fine and performing arts school with art-integrated instruction.
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Local transit options in Belmont Gardens include the CTA bus.
Noise and through traffic
While residents enjoy having access to ample transit options and a major shopping center, these perks come with a lot of noise and traffic. Residents who live along Belmont, Diversey, Fullerton and anywhere near the subway route experience more noise than their neighbors.
Murals in Belmont Gardens pay tribute to the popular Chicago Cubs.
Outreach Community Church and Resurrected Life Church International
Whether they’re seeking Sunday service or weekday bible study, residents can head to Outreach Community Church (OCC) and Resurrected Life Church (RLC). RLC offers a Spanish service, and OCC is committed to creating community through the word.
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Parks in this Area
Kelvyn Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Blackhawk Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Pool
Ken-Well Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Pool
Hermosa Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Soccer
Logan Square Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
21 min drive
Train
Healy Station
Bus
Fullerton & Keeler
Bus
Fullerton & Tripp
Bus
Cicero & Wellington
Bus
Belmont & Knox
Bus
Fullerton & Kostner
Bus
Diversey & Kolmar
Bus
Diversey & Kildare
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Belmont Gardens
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Belmont Gardens, Chicago sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Belmont Gardens, Chicago over the last 12 months is $401,458, up 8% from the average 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,670
Median Age
37
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,138
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,806
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
61/ 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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