Why Live in Hill Crest
Hill Crest in Decatur features a mix of ranch-style homes, bungalows, and bi-level homes, with properties in the southern part of the neighborhood offering more space and privacy due to full-bowed trees. The neighborhood also includes a 55-plus community along North Scovill Court, featuring low-maintenance, one-story homes with HOA services. While Hill Crest lacks parks within its boundaries, residents can access Sunnyside Park, Kiwanis Park, and Fairview Park within 2 miles, offering activities like ball games, playgrounds, and biking trails. The Rock Springs Conservation Area, less than 5 miles away, provides additional outdoor activities, including fishing and kayaking. For shopping and dining, residents can visit a nearby shopping center less than 3 miles away, featuring restaurants like First Wok and Wingstop, and stores like Citi Trends. Local eateries such as 121 Coffee Run and Pop’s Place are about 1 mile west. Although grocery stores are a bit farther, with Save A Lot 3 miles away and Krogers 5 miles away, the neighborhood's proximity to Highway 36 and Interstate 72 offers convenient access to Downtown Decatur and larger cities like Springfield and Champaign. The area is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal. Schools in Hill Crest vary, with students north of West Main Street attending Dennis Lab School and MacArthur High School, while those south attend the higher-rated Warrensburg-Latham schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hill Crest a good place to live?
Hill Crest is a good place to live. Hill Crest is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Hill Crest is a suburban neighborhood. Hill Crest has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $73,292 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28% of residents. A majority of residents in Hill Crest are home owners, with 22.4% of residents renting and 77.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hill Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hill Crest neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hill Crest?
The median home price in Hill Crest is $104,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $21,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $510 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $22K a year to afford the median home price in Hill Crest. The average household income in Hill Crest is $73K.
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Home Trends in Hill Crest, IL
On average, homes in Hill Crest, Decatur sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Hill Crest, Decatur over the last 12 months is $112,250, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$112,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$112,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$84
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$104,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%