Why Live in Hillsdale
Hillsdale, a small municipality within St. Louis, has a population of just over 1,200 residents and features its own City Hall and Police Department. The neighborhood is primarily residential, with homes such as brick bungalows and cottages built in the early 1900s. These homes average just over 1,000 square feet on lots of about .1 acre. Streets are laid out in a grid pattern with sidewalks on both sides. Hillsdale is considered an affordable alternative for employees of nearby universities and hospitals, with fixer-uppers starting as low as $25,000 and renovated homes around $100,000. Grant programs are available to assist first-time homebuyers with down payments. The area is experiencing growth due to the upcoming $1.75 billion National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency campus. Residents can find amenities along Natural Bridge Road, including dining options like Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken and St. Louis Fish & Chicken Grill, and shopping at Save A Lot and Walgreens in North Oaks Plaza. Barrett Brothers Park offers outdoor activities with fields for various sports, a basketball court, and a playground. For indoor recreation, Skate King roller-skating rink is a local favorite. Public transportation is accessible with bus stops along Kienlen Avenue and Lucas-Hunt Road, and the nearest metro station is about a mile and a half away. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 8 miles away, and downtown St. Louis is 10 miles away by car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillsdale a good place to live?
Hillsdale is a good place to live. Hillsdale is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Hillsdale is a suburban neighborhood. Hillsdale has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.8 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $37,261 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillsdale are renters, with 61.8% of residents renting and 38.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hillsdale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hillsdale neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillsdale?
The median home price in Hillsdale is $389,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $78,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,020 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Hillsdale. The average household income in Hillsdale is $37K.
What are the best public schools in Hillsdale?
The best public schools that serve Hillsdale are:
What are the best private schools in Hillsdale?
The best private schools that serve Hillsdale are:
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Are home prices dropping in Hillsdale?
Yes, home prices in Hillsdale are down 24% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Hillsdale, MO
On average, homes in Hillsdale, Bel-Ridge sell after 130 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillsdale, Bel-Ridge over the last 12 months is $430,900, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$430,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$204,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$449,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$179
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$389,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%