Neighborhood · Jacksonville, Florida
Hillcrest
Affordable Westside living close to everything Jacksonville
3
Homes for sale
$200,000
Median list price
$123
Avg price / sqft
85
Median days on market
Hillcrest sits on Jacksonville's Westside, a settled residential pocket where mid-century homes on real lots keep prices grounded and neighbors tend to stay put. You're within easy reach of larger communities like Lakeshore and Chimney Lakes, and the Cecil Field Airport corridor anchors the area's employment base to the west. Families here are zoned to schools like Grasp Academy and the Marine Science Education Center, which gives the neighborhood a practical, day-to-day appeal.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more attainable corners of the wider Jacksonville homes for sale market, with a median list price of $200,000 and homes averaging about $123 per square foot. Inventory is thin — just three active listings right now — and homes take a median 85 days to sell, so there's room to negotiate on the right property. Notably, sellers over the past year have averaged 100% of asking, meaning realistic pricing moves quickly and lowball offers rarely land.
Hillcrest is a community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$190,000 – $210K price range
1,620 sqft median home
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Hillcrest
$210,000
1332 Placid Pl, Other City - In The State Of Florida FL 32205, OTHER CITY - IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA
3 bd · 1 ba
$190,000
5204 REDRAC STREET, Jacksonville FL 32205, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba
$200,000$215,000
1324 PLACID PLACE, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,620 sqft
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Where the market lives
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
≈ $1,477/mo
$200,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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 quiet, established Westside neighborhood that appeals to buyers who want space and value over flash. It's convenient to larger communities like Chimney Lakes and the Cecil Field corridor, and families are drawn to specialized assigned schools. The median home is around 1,620 square feet, so you get real room for the money.
Is Hillcrest expensive?+
No — it's among the more affordable established areas in Jacksonville, with a median list price of $200,000 and homes averaging about $123 per square foot. Property taxes run a modest median of $2,553 per year. Compared to much of the broader Jacksonville homes for sale market, Hillcrest keeps entry costs low.
What do homes cost in Hillcrest?+
Active listings currently range from $190,000 to $210,000, with a median list price of $200,000. Over the past year, the median sold price was $185,000. At roughly $123 per square foot, buyers here get meaningful space for their budget.
How is the Hillcrest housing market?+
It's a small, slow-moving market — just three active listings and three sales in the past 12 months. Homes take a median 85 days to sell, but sellers have averaged 100% of asking, so well-priced properties hold their value. You can track new listings on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in Hillcrest?+
Most of Hillcrest carries no meaningful HOA, so you avoid the monthly dues common in newer communities like Bartram Park. Property taxes are the main ongoing cost, with a median of about $2,553 per year. That combination keeps total ownership costs low relative to much of Jacksonville.
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