Why Live in Hillcrest
Rolling hills and a mix of mid-20th-century homes and new constructions characterize the Hillcrest neighborhood in Owensboro. The community features rustic red and brown brick homes, including ranch styles, split-levels and New Traditional homes, with some custom elements like Tudor-inspired half-timbering and Craftsman-style columns. Home prices generally range from $230,000 to $400,000, with higher-end new constructions in the Hunters Ridge subdivision costing between $800,000 and $1 million. Hillcrest Golf Course is a major attraction, offering 18-hole, 9-hole and footgolf courses. Horse Fork Creek Park hosts youth soccer leagues and features wetland trails and an inclusive playground. The Adkisson Greenbelt, a 15-mile multi-use trail, connects to other parks, such as Lake Forest Community Park and Yewells-Heritage Park, which features a fishing lake. Dining options include local favorites such as Briarpatch Restaurants and The Spot Coffee and Finery, as well as national chains like Dairy Queen and Donatos Pizza. Shopping and additional dining options are available about 2 miles away on Kentucky State Route 54. Major roads, such as New Hartford Road, Highway 231, Highway 60, and Interstate 165, provide connectivity. Ongoing construction on Route 54 has increased the use of parallel streets, including Fairview Drive and Settles Road. Hillcrest is part of the Daviess County School District, with students attending Deer Park Elementary School and Daviess County High School, both of which have high ratings. The neighborhood also benefits from proximity to Owensboro Community & Technical College and Western Kentucky University.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?
Hillcrest is a good place to live. Hillcrest is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Hillcrest has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $110,580 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillcrest are home owners, with 26.1% of residents renting and 73.9% 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, KY a safe neighborhood?
Hillcrest, KY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillcrest?
The median home price in Hillcrest is $380,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $76,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $80K 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 $111K.
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Home Trends in Hillcrest, KY
On average, homes in Hillcrest, Owensboro sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillcrest, Owensboro over the last 12 months is $377,500, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$377,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$355,420
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$148
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Median List Price
$380,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%