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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?
Hillcrest is a good place to live. Hillcrest is considered very car-dependent and a biker's paradise. Hillcrest is a suburban neighborhood. Hillcrest has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $67,925 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillcrest are renters, with 96% of residents renting and 4% 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, MO a safe neighborhood?
Hillcrest, MO 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 $150,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $30,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.43%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $750 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 $68K.
What are the best public schools in Hillcrest?
The best public schools that serve Hillcrest are:
- Raytown South High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Center High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Center Middle School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
What are the best private schools in Hillcrest?
The best private schools that serve Hillcrest are:
- St Regis School has a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Hillcrest, Kansas City, MO?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Hillcrest, Kansas City, MO?
The most popular neighborhoods near Hillcrest, Kansas City, MO are Oldham Farms, Marlborough East, Noble And Gregory Ridge, Park Farms and Marlborough Heights/Pride.
Are home prices dropping in Hillcrest?
Yes, home prices in Hillcrest are down 10% in the last 12 months.