Why Live in Hillcrest
Hillcrest is a quiet residential neighborhood in Fort Wayne, located about 4 miles from downtown and off U.S. Route 27. It’s known for its mature trees and sidewalk-lined streets, and features homes from the 1950s with modern updates. Properties range from simple ranch-style houses to roomier three-bedroom split-levels, typically priced between $100,000 and $200,000. Hillcrest offers easy access to shopping and dining at nearby Southgate Shopping Center which features Kroger and various fast food restaurants. Local dining includes Dunbar’s BBQ and Hillcrest's 19th Hole, a popular late-night bar. For outdoor activities, residents can visit Tillman Park and the Donald Ross Golf Club. The Allen County Public Library is also close for indoor activities. Hillcrest is part of the Fort Wayne Community District, with schools like Harrison Hill Elementary, Kekionga Middle and South Side High. Residents drive on Route 27 to get around, or take the bus, which stops along South Calhoun Street and East Paulding Road. Fort Wayne International Airport is 5 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?
Hillcrest is a good place to live. Hillcrest is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Hillcrest is a suburban neighborhood. Hillcrest has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $56,993 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 1.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillcrest are home owners, with 42.1% of residents renting and 57.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hillcrest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hillcrest neighborhood guide.
Is Hillcrest, IN a safe neighborhood?
Hillcrest, IN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillcrest?
The median home price in Hillcrest is $149,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $30,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $32K a year to afford the median home price in Hillcrest. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Hillcrest is $57K.
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Home Trends in Hillcrest, IN
On average, homes in Hillcrest, Fort Wayne sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillcrest, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $154,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$154,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$153,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$135
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$149,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%