$210,968Average Value$160Average Price per Sq Ft59Homes For Sale
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Hillcrest is remembered in Lynyrd Skynyrd lyrics as "Shantytown," but today, the Van Zant House, where founding band members grew up, is increasingly surrounded by new homes. The neighborhood sprang up in the 1950s and started to change in the 1980s. "It's a well-established neighborhood, but with recent revitalization and development efforts, there is a lot of new construction," says area resident Art Doring, owner and broker at Front Porch Realty. Today, the community is seeing new homes, with half of the available listings dating from the last five years. The community sits within 5 miles of two Amazon fulfillment centers and Ascension St. Vincent's, significant employers for the city.
Many homes have access to the Cedar River for year-round water spots activity.
New townhomes have smaller yards, with less yard work.
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Close to major interstates
Residents take Normandy Boulevard to reach Interstate 10 and Interstate 295. Downtown is 10 miles away, and the Jacksonville International Airport is about 20 miles north. Locals can reach Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside within roughly 5 miles for emergency medical attention and specialized care.
Hillcrest has multiple interstate connections making it simple for residents to commute.
Hillcrest residents enjoy the I-10/I-295 interchange to the west.
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Local grocery shopping and comfort foods
Normandy Boulevard leads to shopping plazas and retail spaces on the northern side of Hillcrest. There is a Walmart in the northwestern corner, and Normandy Village shopping center has a Winn-Dixie and Marshalls. Soul Food Bistro is a Jacksonville staple for Southern comfort food. West Side Plaza includes Dollar General and Bodegon Supermarket, which has an attached restaurant serving fresh juices and Latin-inspired cuisine. The Pig Bar-B-Q, also off Normandy Boulevard, offers large portions of barbeque ribs and fried seafood.
SeaBoar Seafood and Barbecue is a popular desination in Hillcrest for their popular fried shrimp
Get all your shopping done at the Normandy Village shopping center.
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Sports at Criswell Park, with water access at Curtis Lee Johnson Boat Ramp
The 11-acre Criswell Park has basketball courts, playgrounds and sporting fields. The park is also home to Lakeshore Athletic Association, a youth league for football and baseball. Hillcrest residents can launch their boats at Curtis Lee Johnson Boat Ramp to the south. The ramp, located on Cedar River, is a popular fishing spot for bass, redfish and seatrout. Boaters can travel through the waterways to Ortega River, which leads to the St. Johns River for direct ocean access.
At Criswell Park, you have the home of the Lakeshore athletic league.
Curtis Lee Johnson Boat ramp is a popular destination close to Hillcrest to get your fishing in.
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Midcentury homes with new construction
The area attracts first-time buyers and investors. "Homes in Hillcrest are more affordable than many other Jacksonville neighborhoods," Doring says. These homes include 20th-century ranch-styles to new traditional houses and duplexes. Recent houses, such as those in the Cedarhurst development, show new traditional styles with attached garages and no homeowners associations.?The Seasons at Park Trace and Crossroads Station have new duplex-style townhouses. Fixer-uppers cost between $50,000 and $100,000, while move-in-ready ranches tend to enter the market between $120,000 and $300,000. Newer builds from the last 10 years sell between $250,000 and $350,000.
In Hillcrest, the older ranch homes tend to have larger yards.
These smaller homes are the perfect choice for a new home buyer.
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College acceleration program at Riverside High School
Children attend Hyde Park Elementary, which receives a C rating from Niche. Lake Shore Middle has a C-minus. At the B-minus-rated Riverside High, students can enroll in the early college acceleration program to earn college credits and receive an associate degree.
Students in the Riverside community can attend Riverside High School.
Lakeshore Middle School serves students in the Lakeshore community.
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Crime
The area has a CAP Index crime score of 8 out of 10 compared to the national average of 4.
Hillcrest is the home of Lynyrd Skynrd
The Van Zant House sits near the center of Hillcrest on Woodcrest Road. The band's artists, Donnie, Ronnie and Johnny Van Zant, grew up in the home between the 1950s and 1980s. The fourth member, Bob Burns, lived nearby. According to rock legend, the four met after Ronnie struck a foul ball that hit Bob in the head. The incident led to the formation of one of America's most renowned Southern rock bands.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hillcrest
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hillcrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hillcrest, Jacksonville sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillcrest, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $261,997, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
**ASSUMABLE 2.75% VA LOAN**UPDATED**NEWER ROOF** This charming 3 bed/2 bath home in historic Murray Hill is a well maintained, MOVE-IN READY gem that is full of character. Perfect as a starter home, the updated interior features a kitchen that boasts modern backsplash, butchers block countertops, sleek white cabinetry, and stylish floating shelves. With a new roof and NEW HVAC (both 5 years old),
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Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs, you'll find a lavish primary suite showcasing an immense walk-in closet and a private bath. The second floor will be built with either a loft
Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
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Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
Up to $15k CC for any deal using our preferred lender. Special Financing Incentives. Up to 10k closings cost on cash deals! Newly built home. The paired Rosewood plan offers an open-concept main floor that's ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen featuring a generous pantry and center island overlooks a spacious great room and a dining nook. A powder room and mudroom are also included. Upstairs,
Renovated with major updates already completed, this property offers a great opportunity to add the final finishing touches and make it your own. Roof replaced in 2022, AC updated in 2023, with cosmetic improvements completed in 2023. Solid home with plenty of potential for an owner occupant or investor. Convenient westside Jacksonville location with quick access to Normandy Blvd, I-10, and
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ASK ABOUT OUR ALTERNATIVE SECURITY DEPOSIT OPTIONS!Gorgeous home in a beautiful neighborhood! This spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single-family home in Jacksonville features: Keyless Locks, Smart Thermostat, Primary Suite, Luxury Flooring, Stainless Steel Appliances, Open Concept Layout, Washer/Dryer Hook-Ups, and One-Car Garage. Kairos Living has no pet restrictions and is happy to
This 3BD/2.5 BATH Bath Home Is Perfectly Located In Central West Jax! In 10 Minutes Or Less, Arrive To Fun And Historic Avondale For Entertainment, Publix And Walmart Are Just 5 Minutes Away, Nearby Medical Care And Some Of The Best Eats In Jax! Arrive at ENDLESS Shops like the Oakleaf Town Center, and the Orange Park Mall, Schools, Restaurants Down Blanding And get to NAS Base in 15
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Welcome to 5671 Ellis Trace Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32205, a well maintained three bedroom, two bathroom home offering comfort, convenience, and a functional layout in a desirable Jacksonville location. This property provides the space and features needed for comfortable everyday living while being close to major roadways, shopping, dining, and local amenities. Inside, the home offers a spacious
This home is exclusively offered by Brandywine Homes USA on a first-come, first-approved basis until the lease is signed and the security deposit is paid. Rental Qualifications: Rental Fees: Security Deposit: Varies based on credit, with a standard deposit equal to 1 month's rent. Security Deposit Alternatives available - $150 fee (subject to approval).
All brick Mid-Century home with updates to kitchen and bathroom. Gorgeous hardwood floors and tiled screen lanai great for entertaining. Quiet quaint street and and convenient location to NAS Jax and downtown.
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