Montclair is a compact, centrally located city of about 40,000 in western San Bernardino County, positioned between Ontario and Claremont. It offers some of the most accessible price points in the western IE with excellent freeway connectivity and proximity to higher-priced neighboring cities.
The city is anchored by Montclair Place, a major regional mall undergoing revitalization. North Montclair borders Claremont and offers the city's most desirable housing. The central and southern areas provide affordable entry points with improving neighborhood conditions. Montclair's small size means everything is within minutes — shopping, dining, and freeway access.
The median home price in Montclair is $668,000 with about 2 offers per listing and 63 days on market. At $420/sq ft and roughly 210 sales per year, Montclair offers western IE value with Claremont-adjacent benefits.
Home prices range from around $400,000 for starter homes to $900,000+ for premium properties in North Montclair.
Claremont-adjacent living at IE prices — Montclair\'s neighborhoods punch above their weight.
Core of the city near Montclair Place mall and major retail corridors. Mix of mid-century ranch homes and updated properties. Walkable to shopping and dining with excellent freeway access.
Southern Montclair along the Holt Boulevard corridor. Most affordable area with a mix of residential and commercial. Strong investment potential as the city continues revitalization efforts.
Neighborhoods surrounding Montclair Place mall, which is undergoing major redevelopment into a mixed-use destination. Properties here may benefit from the mall's transformation into retail, dining, and entertainment.
Ontario-Montclair School District handles K\u20138, while Chaffey Joint Union HSD serves high schoolers — north Montclair benefits from Claremont-adjacent school options.
Ontario-Montclair SD. North Montclair near Claremont border. Above-average for the district with improving metrics.
Ontario-Montclair SD. Central Montclair. Active parent involvement and after-school enrichment programs.
Ontario-Montclair SD. Central area. Growing bilingual programs and technology integration.
Ontario-Montclair SD. Serves most of Montclair. AVID program and career exploration pathways.
Ontario-Montclair SD. South Montclair. After-school programs and community partnerships.
Chaffey Joint Union HSD. Serves all of Montclair. Career technical education programs, dual enrollment, and improving graduation rates.
Major regional mall undergoing transformation into a mixed-use destination with retail, dining, and entertainment
Hub for community events, recreation programs, and city services — newly renovated facilities
Montclair's largest park with sports fields, playground, walking paths, and community events
Metrolink station providing commuter rail to Los Angeles and San Bernardino — major transit hub
Major mall transformation into mixed-use destination — investment catalyst for the city
North Montclair park with sports fields and walking paths near the Claremont border
Diverse restaurant row — Mexican, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Indian — authentic and affordable
Seasonal events and farmer's markets at the redeveloping Montclair Place
Just 10 minutes from ONT — one of the closest IE cities for frequent travelers
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