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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?
Hillcrest is a good place to live. Hillcrest is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Hillcrest has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.0 people per acre and a median age of 50. The average household income is $140,763 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillcrest are home owners, with 5% of residents renting and 95% 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, DC a safe neighborhood?
Hillcrest, DC 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 $567,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $113,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.55%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,880 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K 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 $141K.
What are the best public schools in Hillcrest?
The best public schools that serve Hillcrest are:
- Anne Beers Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
- Garfield Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 8:1.
- Sousa Middle School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 8:1.
What are the best private schools in Hillcrest?
The best private schools that serve Hillcrest are:
- Dupont Park Adventist School has a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.3.
- St. Francis Xavier Academy has a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
- Bishop John T Walker School For Boys has a student teacher ratio of 7:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Hillcrest, Washington, DC?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Hillcrest, Washington, DC?
The most popular neighborhoods near Hillcrest, Washington, DC are Fairfax Village, Naylor Gardens, Good Hope, Fort Davis and Dupont Park.
Are home prices dropping in Hillcrest?
Yes, home prices in Hillcrest are down 21% in the last 12 months.
