everything you need to know about Montgomery, il
Everything You Need to Know About Montgomery, IL | Constellation Home Sales | Freedom Group Global
22,000+Population
Kane & KendallCounties
1858Incorporated
60538Zip Code
45 miTo Downtown Chicago

The Story

About Montgomery

Montgomery's first European settler, Jacob Carpenter, arrived from Logan County, Ohio in November 1832. Daniel S. Gray visited in 1835, following his brother Nicholas, who had settled nearby the previous spring, and built the village's first wooden house in 1836 after moving his family from Montgomery County, New York — the source of the village's name. Montgomery began as a mill town, its early economy centered on the Fox River and water-powered mills, and officially incorporated as a village on February 17, 1858.

Montgomery has since transformed into one of the fastest-growing communities of its size in the country — the population grew 237% between 2000 and 2010 alone, and has grown nearly 300% since 2000 overall. Straddling Kane and Kendall counties directly adjacent to Aurora, the village has evolved from its mill-town roots into a residential and industrial community with a close-knit atmosphere.

Real Estate

The Montgomery Housing Market

Montgomery's housing market reflects the village's rapid growth since 2000, with extensive newer residential development alongside a strong local industrial base. Buyers are typically drawn by the village's close-knit community feel, Fox Valley location, and easy access to both Aurora and Chicago.

Home values shift block by block. The team builds every comparative market analysis using a verified methodology — a 1-mile radius, comparable square footage within 20%, matching bed and bath count, and similar age, garage, and basement — so Montgomery buyers and sellers get a number they can trust, not a computer-generated estimate. Call or text 630-912-9129 for current, verified Montgomery market data.

Market Data

Current Montgomery Market Data

Education

Schools in Montgomery

Montgomery is unusual in being served by five different school districts, so which one applies depends entirely on the exact location within the village.

  • West Aurora School District 129 and East Aurora School District 131 serve portions of the village nearest Aurora.
  • Oswego Community Unit School District 308, Yorkville Community Unit School District 115, and Kaneland Community Unit School District 302 each serve other portions of the village.

Outdoors

Parks & Recreation

Montgomery's outdoor recreation centers on its Fox River location.

  • Montgomery Park — located along the Fox River, with picnic areas, walking paths, and fishing spots.
  • The Settlers Cottage Museum, preserving the history of the village and surrounding area.

Around Town

Things to Do, Dining & Shopping

Montgomery's community calendar centers on one signature summer event.

  • Montgomery Fest — held every year on the second weekend in August, featuring a parade, family activities, and a fireworks finale.

Getting Around

Location & Commute

Montgomery sits about 45 miles southwest of downtown Chicago along the Fox River, directly adjacent to Aurora, with access to Illinois Route 31, which follows the river through the Fox Valley.

Local Expertise

Buying or Selling in Montgomery?

Steve Roake & Kimberly Genovese work with buyers and sellers throughout Montgomery and the Fox Valley, applying the team's verified comp methodology to one of the fastest-growing villages in the Chicago area.

  • 615+Transactions Closed
  • $113M+Sales Volume
  • 101%*List-to-Sale Ratio
  • 2003Licensed Since

*Based on the last 47 sold listings, averaging 101% of list price at 24.85 days on market — well ahead of the broader MLS average of 97.7% at 56 days. Sellers who followed the team's recommended starting price saw even stronger results: 103.7% of list at just 13 days to contract, compared to 101.6% at 28 days for the 12 who listed above it. (Figures as of Aug 2026.)

Call or Text the Team: 630-912-9129

FAQ

Montgomery Real Estate: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montgomery, IL a good place to buy a home?
Montgomery has grown nearly 300% since 2000, making it one of the fastest-growing villages of its size in the country, with a close-knit community atmosphere and proximity to Aurora and Chicago.
What school district serves Montgomery, IL?
Montgomery is served by five different school districts depending on the exact location within the village: West Aurora School District 129, East Aurora School District 131, Oswego Community Unit School District 308, Yorkville Community Unit School District 115, and Kaneland Community Unit School District 302.
How far is Montgomery from downtown Chicago?
Montgomery is approximately 45 miles southwest of downtown Chicago, straddling the Fox River in Kane and Kendall counties, directly adjacent to Aurora.
What is Montgomery, IL known for?
Montgomery is known for its explosive population growth since 2000, its origins as a Fox River mill town, Montgomery Park along the river, and the annual Montgomery Fest held each August.
Who should I contact to buy or sell a home in Montgomery, IL?
Steve Roake & Kimberly Genovese of Constellation Home Sales | Freedom Group Global serve the Fox Valley and the Chicago western suburbs. Call or text 630-912-9129 for a verified market analysis.