Hillcrest
Suburban Neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio
Montgomery County 45405, 45406
Well-preserved historic Tudors
Historic homes dot the blocks in Hillcrest, and residents maintain and renovate them as the inevitable wear and tear of time takes place. Well-worn sidewalks follow the grid of local streets past carefully preserved bungalow, American Foursquare, Tudor, Colonial and ranch-style homes. Mature oaks and pine trees branch outward, creating shade for drivers and commuters alike. The pastoral quality of the neighborhood is accentuated with full, green lawns, often on slopes and hills. Prices range from the mid-$40,000s for smaller homes in need of renovation to the high $90,000s for renovated centennials. Larger properties with full updates will run in the high $100,000s. "There aren't a lot of places where you'll find such well-maintained homes for under $100,000," says Schafer. "People buy these old homes and take such good care of them."
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Catch a birdie at Miami Valley Golf Club
Centrally located, Sandalwood Park is a greenspace that serves as a hub for locals and families. It features playground equipment, a picnic pavilion, and gently sloping hills for games of tag or sledding in the winter. Located 1.5 miles west in Fort McKinley, Miami Valley Golf Club offers an 18-hole, par-71 experience with member events, a driving range and putting greens.
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Study robotics at Meadowdale
Ohio's policy on Open Enrollment allows students to attend schools that would otherwise be unavailable to them due to districting. A student can begin at Edwin Joel Brown School, which serves pre-K through eightth grade and receives a C-minus on Niche. From there, they can enroll at Meadowdale Career Technology Center, which also scores a C-minus and offers in-depth biomedical science, gaming technologies and robotics engineering programs.
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The Dayton Jewish Cultural Festival
Hillcrest's proximity to downtown Dayton offers locals the opportunity to participate in several annual events, including the Dayton Jewish Cultural Festival. This day-long celebration of the Jewish people's music, humor and traditions includes food, entertainment and interactive educational sessions.Convenient to Downtown and the Miami Valley Hospital
Hillcrest is bordered on its east side by Ohio State Route 48 and offers convenient access to downtown Dayton, just 3 miles southeast. Public transportation is essential for many residents, and the Dayton RTA provides several stops throughout the neighborhood, allowing for inexpensive transit nearly anywhere in Greater Dayton. The Dayton International Airport is 8.5 miles to the north, while the Miami Valley Hospital is 4 miles to the south.Game Day at Front Row Bar and Grill
Fast-food options like Taco Bell and Arby's are close by, while Save A Lot can be found just over a mile north in the Philadelphia Woods neighborhood. For Game Day or a night with friends, the Front Row Bar and Grill offers classic pub fare like wings and burgers in a full sports bar atmosphere.
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Important to know
Though not as prone to flooding as many areas in the surrounding Miami Valley, Hillcrest has recently been the victim of natural disaster. "The community is in a state of rebuilding after the devastating tornado that hit the nearby Trotwood area in 2019," says Traci Martin, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Estate Services who's worked in the area since 1998. "A collaboration between realtors, builders and the local offices is truly bringing this community together." Though most damage is long gone, locals admit there's still work to do. Noise has also been an environmental factor for locals. "You can hear a lot of the ambulances and fire engines that roll through," says Schafer of the Sandalwood association. "But that's just part of living near a city."
Written By
Phil Keeling
Photography Contributed By
Mark Chenoweth
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jill Aldineh
Jill Aldineh
RE/MAX Victory + Affiliates
(937) 707-6797
347 Total Sales
1 in Hillcrest
$40,000 Price
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Michael Palmer
Michael Palmer
Irongate Inc.
(937) 729-3198
20 Total Sales
1 in Hillcrest
$88,000 Price
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Veronica Bedell-Nevels
Veronica Bedell-Nevels
Priority Plus Realty, Inc.
(937) 576-8848
31 Total Sales
2 in Hillcrest
$96K - $162K Price Range
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Ruby Annie Newbourn
Ruby Annie Newbourn
Responds QuicklyUnity Real Estate
(937) 714-7824
32 Total Sales
4 in Hillcrest
$53K - $130K Price Range
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Eric Jones
Eric Jones
Keller Williams Community Part
(513) 854-5945
45 Total Sales
1 in Hillcrest
$110,000 Price
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Virginia Bystrek
Virginia Bystrek
Howard Hanna Real Estate Serv
(937) 717-3829
55 Total Sales
1 in Hillcrest
$54,800 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Deweese Park
Island Metropark
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Camping
Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Triangle Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Fairview Park
Sandalwood Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hillcrest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hillcrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hillcrest, Dayton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillcrest, Dayton over the last 12 months is $115,250, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$119,500
Median Sale Price
$115,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$119,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$88
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,176
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1929
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,407
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,298
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,901
Median Age
36
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,658
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,823
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.6%
College Graduates
15.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Mount Vernon
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North Riverdale
A piece of Dayton's history currently under revitalization
Santa Clara
A historic Dayton neighborhood working on its restoration
Fort McKinley
Diverse Harrison Township community served by Dayton Public Schools
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