Fox River Community Guide
Montgomery is a village in Kane and Kendall counties, Illinois, with ZIP code 60538 and 20,262 residents in the 2020 Census. Five school districts serve the village. The Census puts median home value for owner-occupied homes near $270,700. The Fox River runs through town, with Aurora and Oswego a short drive away.
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Get My Home ValueTopic | Detail | Source |
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Counties | Kane County and Kendall County; the village sits on both sides of the Fox River | Village of Montgomery, Wikipedia |
ZIP code | 60538 | USPS |
Population | 20,262 residents | 2020 U.S. Census |
Median home value | $270,700 for owner-occupied homes (2019 to 2023) | U.S. Census QuickFacts |
Median household income | $96,985 (2019 to 2023) | U.S. Census QuickFacts |
School districts | Five: West Aurora 129, East Aurora 131, Oswego 308, Yorkville 115, and Kaneland 302 | Wikipedia, Village of Montgomery |
Park districts | Fox Valley Park District and Oswegoland Park District, depending on the address | Village of Montgomery |
Major roads | U.S. Route 30, Illinois Route 31 (west of the river), Illinois Route 25 (east of the river) | Wikipedia |
Figures come from the 2020 U.S. Census and Census QuickFacts (2019 to 2023 American Community Survey estimates). Median value describes owner-occupied homes, not recent sale prices. Village information comes from the Village of Montgomery.[1]
Village Overview
Montgomery was incorporated on February 17, 1858, and sits on both sides of the Fox River in southern Kane County and northern Kendall County. For most of the twentieth century it grew slowly, and then it grew fast: the village population rose 237 percent between 2000 and 2010, one of the fastest rates among Illinois municipalities in that decade.[2]
The river is the center of daily life. The Fox River Trail runs for miles along the water, and South Broadway Park is an easy starting point for walking, biking, fishing, and paddling. Montgomery Fest, held each summer on the riverbank, adds a carp fishing race, live music, and craft beer. Village Hall is at 200 North River Street.
Montgomery is also a neighbor to bigger names. Illinois Route 31 leads northeast to the center of Aurora and southwest to Oswego, Illinois Route 25 runs along the east side of the river, and U.S. Route 30 passes through the village toward Plainfield and Sugar Grove. For buyers, that means a quieter village feel with quick access to Aurora's shopping, jobs, and train station.
Local Residential Pillars
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The Census reports a median value of $270,700 for owner-occupied homes in the village for 2019 to 2023, with median household income near $96,985. That sits below many of the Fox Valley cities to the north.
Growth was rapid after 2000, so a large share of the housing stock is newer. Ask about HOA dues, special assessments, and builder warranties when you compare newer subdivisions.
Students in Montgomery attend schools in five districts: 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.
That makes address-level verification essential. Two homes a few blocks apart can belong to different districts, with different schools, calendars, and tax rates.
U.S. Route 30 passes through the village, Illinois Route 31 runs along the west side of the river, and Illinois Route 25 runs along the east side. Both state routes lead to Aurora and Oswego.
Montgomery does not have its own Metra station. Rail commuters typically drive to the BNSF Line terminus in Aurora, so test your drive and parking before you commit.
The Fox River Trail follows the river through the area, with South Broadway Park as an easy access point for walkers, cyclists, anglers, and paddlers. Fox Valley Park District also maintains the Gilman Trail near the village.
Two park districts serve Montgomery, Fox Valley Park District and Oswegoland Park District, depending on the address. If you are not sure which applies to a home, Village Hall can confirm.
Strategic Buyer Guidance
Five school districts, two counties, and two park districts in one village.
Search portals present Montgomery as one tidy market. Three local details change the picture.
Five school districts overlap. West Aurora 129, East Aurora 131, Oswego 308, Yorkville 115, and Kaneland 302 all serve parts of the village. Confirm the district and assigned schools for the exact parcel.
The village spans two counties. Montgomery lies in both Kane and Kendall counties, and each county administers its own assessments. Compare tax bills parcel by parcel rather than assuming one village-wide rate.
Two park districts serve the village. Fox Valley Park District and Oswegoland Park District cover different addresses, which affects which programs, fees, and facilities you use.
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Official village services, permits, and planning resources are published by the Village of Montgomery. Real estate aggregator valuations on Zillow or Realtor.com do not account for school district overlap, county tax differences, or park district boundaries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Montgomery is in both Kane County and Kendall County, Illinois. The village sits on both sides of the Fox River, so tax assessments and records depend on which county holds the parcel.
Montgomery is served by ZIP code 60538. The ZIP covers a wider area than the village itself, so ZIP-level statistics describe more than Montgomery alone.
Five districts serve Montgomery: 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. Confirm the district by exact address.
Montgomery does not have its own Metra station. Rail commuters typically drive to the BNSF Line terminus in Aurora via Illinois Route 31 or Route 25, and drivers also use U.S. Route 30.
Safety varies by neighborhood, so look at current data for the specific area. The Montgomery Police Department and the FBI Crime Data Explorer publish crime statistics, and our team can walk through what the numbers mean for the streets you are considering.
The Kimberly Zahand Team at Keller Williams Innovate serves Montgomery and the surrounding Fox Valley. The team offers buyer advisory, comparative market analyses, and help confirming school and park district assignment by address.
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30,395 people live in Montgomery, where the median age is 35.6 and the average individual income is $35,542. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Montgomery, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
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| Dining · $$ | 0.84 miles | 41 reviews | 2.2/5 stars | |
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| Dining · $ | 0.88 miles | 27 reviews | 1.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.92 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.19 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Dining · $ | 1.27 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.1 miles | 45 reviews | 1.5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.46 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.22 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.1 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.74 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.82 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.88 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.88 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.95 miles | 113 reviews | 3.1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.02 miles | 4 reviews | 2.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.19 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.19 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Montgomery has 10,138 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montgomery do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 30,395 people call Montgomery home. The population density is 3,133 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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