Section Image

Hilltop

Hilltop

Suburban Neighborhood in McDonald, Ohio

Trumbull County 44446

$155,383 Average Value
$54 Average Price per Sq Ft

Small, safe and shaded

Snug between McDonald to the east and Niles to the northwest, Hilltop is a small Trumbull County territory with less than 700 residents. Densely wooded with low crime scores, Hilltop attracts McDonald residents with its location and real estate prices. “It has lower prices than McDonald, but has access to the McDonald school district,” says Tony Maffei, a Realtor with Century 21 Lakeside. “Plus, it’s a small town with low crime rates.”

Farmhouse-style contemporary homes

Worn, asphalt streets pass greenery-filled lots often as large as a quarter acre. Older midcentury Cape Cods, along with the occasional two-story, farmhouse-style home, fill the area. Prices generally fall between the high $30,000s and the mid-$60,000s for smaller houses, reflecting their need for restoration. Larger, better-kept homes can reach as high as the low $100,000s. “You’ll see a house with the roof caving in, and then you’ll see some amazing houses,” says Maffei. “There’s a lot of renovation going on out there.”

Two-story farmhouses are found throughout the Hilltop neighborhood.
Two-story farmhouses are found throughout the Hilltop neighborhood.
A well-maintained Cape Cod-style home in the Hilltop neighborhood.
A well-maintained Cape Cod-style home in the Hilltop neighborhood.
1/2

Top sports at McDonald High

Students in Hilltop can begin their education at Roosevelt Elementary School, which has a B from Niche, before heading to Niles Middle School, which has a C-plus. Niche gives McDonald High School a B-plus and counts it as the best public high school in Trumbull County. MHS is known for its robust athletics department, including football and basketball.

Students from McDonald and Hilltop attend Roosevelt Elementary School in McDonald, Ohio.
Students from McDonald and Hilltop attend Roosevelt Elementary School in McDonald, Ohio.
Welcome to McDonald High School in McDonald, Ohio.
Welcome to McDonald High School in McDonald, Ohio.
1/2

Splash pad in Woodland Park

Woodland Park is a heavily wooded 1-acre public park in the neighboring village of McDonald. Equipped with a playground and splash pad in the summer, it has a reputation for being a safe, quiet area that attracts residents with kids.

Have fun on the slides at Woodland Park in McDonald, Ohio.
Have fun on the slides at Woodland Park in McDonald, Ohio.
Pickleball courts are available at David Tod Memorial Park in Girard, Ohio.
Pickleball courts are available at David Tod Memorial Park in Girard, Ohio.
1/2

Shopping at the Eastwood Mall

Hilltop and McDonald in general have little in the way of shopping or dining. “People mostly go to Niles for that,” says Maffei. “There’s the Eastwood Mall and a Walmart in that direction.” Across the Mahoning River in Girard, North State Street has an assortment of familiar and locally owned restaurants. El Jefe is a brightly colored restaurant known for an assortment of Mexican fusion dishes, including the Mexi-Can Burger—a smash burger topped with jalapenos, chipotle mayonnaise and a variety of cheeses.

Eastwood Mall is a shopping hub for Hilltop residents.
Eastwood Mall is a shopping hub for Hilltop residents.
Hilltop residents enjoy dining at El Hefe Mexican Restaurant located in Girard.
Hilltop residents enjoy dining at El Hefe Mexican Restaurant located in Girard.
1/2

Annual holiday events in the surrounding area

McDonald Village hosts several annual events, including the Firefighters Festival and Parade in the summer and Oktoberfest in the fall. Holiday events are also popular, including an Easter egg hunt and a tree lighting ceremony.

Surrounded by highways

The neighborhood lacks sidewalks and bus stops, making a car necessary for most work and shopping. Hilltop is in the center of a triangle created by Interstate 80, State Route 46 and U.S. Route 422. These busy thoroughfares provide easy access to Warren, 9 miles northwest, and Youngstown, 9 miles southeast.

Important to know

The CAP Crime Index gives Hilltop a score of two out of 10, half the national average.

Phil Keeling
Written By
Phil Keeling
Tim Nightengale
Photography Contributed By
Tim Nightengale
Grace Kim
Video By
Grace Kim

Agents Specializing in this Area

See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Interested in learning more about homes in this neighborhood? Reach out to John Szewczyk, an experienced agent in this area.

Parks in this Area

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hilltop US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$51,500
Median Single Family Price
$51,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$54
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$72,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
29%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-71%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
271
Median Year Built
1947
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,325
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,215
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Interested in learning more about homes in this neighborhood? Reach out to John Szewczyk, an experienced agent in this area.

Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
668
Median Age
46
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$63,750
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,397

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
5.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
% Population in Labor Force
48.2%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
37''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 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

Reviews

Are you familiar with the Hilltop neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Hilltop