Neighborhood · Jacksonville, Florida
Hillcrest
Affordable West Jacksonville living with quick market moves
1
Homes for sale
$225,000
Median list price
$179
Avg price / sqft
52
Median days on market
Hillcrest sits on Jacksonville's west side, an established residential pocket where practical single-family homes and a mix of nearby communities like Chimney Lakes, Royal Lakes and Marietta shape the everyday feel. It's the kind of neighborhood that appeals to buyers who want value and easy access to the broader west-Jacksonville corridor, including the Cecil Field Airport area, without paying coastal-Jacksonville prices.
For a buyer today, Hillcrest is a small, fast-moving market. There are just 3 active listings with a median list price of $250,000, and homes that sell tend to go quickly — a median of 18 days on market, with sellers pulling in 100% of asking on average. If you're comparing options across Jacksonville homes for sale, this is one of the more accessible entry points, so watch the live map closely and be ready to act.
Hillcrest is a community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$225,000 – $225K price range
1,260 sqft median home
$1,625/mo median rent
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Hillcrest
Every active listing inside the Hillcrest boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Hillcrest market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$185,000
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
48 days
Median time to sell
Hillcrest vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Hillcrest boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Hillcrest is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Hillcrest home
≈ $1,643/mo
$225,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,625/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
7,890
Median age
35
Median income
$49,057
Median home value
$143,360
Beyond the listings
Living in Hillcrest
Beliefs
Top 14% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Relationships
Top 21% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Lifestyles
Top 21% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Entertainment
Top 25% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Straight answers
Hillcrest FAQs
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?+
Hillcrest is a practical west-Jacksonville neighborhood with easy access to established communities like Marietta and the broader Cecil Field corridor. It suits buyers who want value and a straightforward residential setting rather than resort-style extras.
Is Hillcrest expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets in Jacksonville, with a median list price of $250,000 and listings ranging from $180,000 to $290,000. At roughly $169 per square foot, it's a strong value play for the west side.
What do homes cost in Hillcrest?+
Active listings currently sit at a $250,000 median, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months came in at a median of $185,000. The typical home is about 1,459 square feet, so you're generally looking at compact, single-family value buys.
How is the Hillcrest housing market?+
It's a small but brisk market — just 3 active listings and 3 sales in the past year, with homes moving in a median of 18 days. Sellers are averaging 100% of asking, so serious buyers should line up financing and move quickly, and can track new inventory on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in Hillcrest?+
Median property taxes run about $2,966 per year, which is reasonable for the Jacksonville area. HOA data isn't available for the active listings here, which is common in older west-side neighborhoods where many homes carry no mandatory association.
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