Why Live in Hillsboro
Hillsboro, located eight miles northeast of downtown Fort Wayne, is a neighborhood where residents often stay long-term, with many families remaining for decades. The area features a variety of housing options, including single-family homes built between 1979 and 1983, condos from the 1990s at the Communities of Chadwick, and modern villas at Rothman Villas, which began development in 2019. Home styles in Hillsboro range from split-level ranches and multi-level Tudors to Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods, with deep front lawns and large backyards shaded by mature trees. The neighborhood is well-connected, with I-469 and I-69 nearby, and offers easy access to parks, shopping, and dining. Local amenities include three parks, playgrounds, and walking trails that connect the community. Shoaff Park, just 2 miles east, features 4 miles of trails, a large playground, and an 18-hole golf course. Residents can also enjoy the Riverbend Golf Course and the private Cherry Hill Golf Club. For indoor activities, the Iron Society Gym and Jackson R. Lehman YMCA are popular spots. The commercial corridor along Maplecrest Road provides convenient shopping and dining options, including Bon’s Coffee, Kroger’s in-house Starbucks, Northwood Plaza, and award-winning Shigs in Pit BBQ & Brew. Hillsboro's proximity to major highways and thoroughfares ensures easy access to citywide events, festivals, and museums, while Fort Wayne International Airport and Waterloo Amtrak station are both 20 miles away for longer trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillsboro a good place to live?
Hillsboro is a good place to live. Hillsboro is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Hillsboro is a suburban neighborhood. Hillsboro has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.9 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $93,411 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 38% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillsboro are home owners, with 6.6% of residents renting and 93.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hillsboro can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hillsboro neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillsboro?
The median home price in Hillsboro is $211,400. If you put a 20% down payment of $42,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $46K a year to afford the median home price in Hillsboro. The average household income in Hillsboro is $93K.
What are the best public schools in Hillsboro?
The best public schools that serve Hillsboro are:
What are the best private schools in Hillsboro?
The best private schools that serve Hillsboro are:
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Are home prices dropping in Hillsboro?
Yes, home prices in Hillsboro are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Hillsboro, IN
On average, homes in Hillsboro, Fort Wayne sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillsboro, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $187,900, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$187,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$254,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$181,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$142
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$211,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-23%