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Belmont Cragin
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78,419
Population
$59,736
Median Income
$280,543
Median Home Value
24,015
Housing Units
19
Community Area
Based on 2023 ACS data
About Belmont Cragin

Belmont Cragin is a community area on Chicago's Northwest Side, bounded by Diversey Avenue to the north, Grand Avenue to the south, Cicero Avenue to the east, and Narragansett Avenue to the west. The neighborhood is one of Chicago's most heavily Latino community areas, with a large Mexican and Mexican-American population. The Fullerton Avenue and Belmont Avenue commercial corridors feature a vibrant mix of taquerías, bakeries, and independent shops.

Belmont Cragin's housing stock is predominantly brick bungalows and two-flats, many dating from the 1920s and 1930s. The community area includes several parks including Riis Park, Hanson Stadium, and Cragin Park. The neighborhood has experienced steady investment in recent years, with home renovations and small commercial developments reflecting its growing economic activity.

Boundaries
  • N Diversey Avenue
  • S Grand Avenue
  • E Cicero Avenue
  • W Narragansett Avenue
Transit
  • CTA Bus — #56 Milwaukee, #77 Belmont, #74 Fullerton, #65 Grand
Landmarks
  • Riis Park and Hanson Stadium
  • Cragin Park
  • Fullerton Avenue commercial corridor
  • Belmont Avenue commercial corridor
What CivicScout Tracks in Belmont Cragin
BLD
Building Permits

Belmont Cragin generates a high volume of residential renovation permits, driven by improvements to its bungalow and two-flat housing stock. Commercial fit-out permits along Fullerton and Belmont Avenues are also common.

SAF
Safety & Crime Data

CivicScout tracks 311 reports, police incidents, and other public safety data across Belmont Cragin. The neighborhood generates 311 requests related to alley maintenance, graffiti removal, and street lighting.

ZON
Zoning Intelligence

Belmont Cragin is predominantly zoned for residential use, with RS-3 and RT-4 districts covering most of the area. Commercial zoning runs along Fullerton Avenue, Belmont Avenue, and Cicero Avenue.

RPT
Location Reports

Location reports for Belmont Cragin addresses include renovation permits, 311 requests, and zoning data. The neighborhood's large size and active housing market generate substantial civic data.

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