Hillcrest
Surrounded by nature
Median $378K·Walkability 4.0/10·Schools 5.8/10
Late afternoon is when Hillcrest really shines—golden light hits the street and you realize you're sitting on 13 acres of half-acre lots where the lawns actually breathe a little. It's a platted subdivision in the Miller Park Area, close enough to walk to a restaurant in seven minutes and a grocery store in fourteen, which means you're not completely car-dependent for the everyday stuff but you're also not living on top of anyone. Downtown Grand Rapids is about an hour's drive if you need it, but honestly most days you won't. Homes here run around $519K, and the Fremont Public School District serves the area. Fremont Lake Park is a quick nine-minute walk, so there's actual green space nearby without feeling like you're living in a park. With nine restaurants and four grocers within a couple miles, you've got decent options without the density that makes you want to scream.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Fremont Lake — 0.5 mi
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Fremont Lake Park: 11 min walk
- Beach in Cottage Grove: 13 min walk
Fremont High School
- High — 1.2 mi away
- Fremont
- 4 rated schools in district
$378K median
- Assessor estimate
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Median home price in Hillcrest
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,565/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Fremont Lake Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fremont Lake
0.5 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Fremont Public School District
Est. Home Value
$378K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
7
Median Lot Size
0.47 ac
0.21 ac – 0.78 ac
Frequently asked about Hillcrest
- What do homes cost in Hillcrest?
- The median home value in Hillcrest is about $377,825. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Hillcrest?
- Hillcrest is served by Fremont Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Fremont High School (8/10).
- Is Hillcrest walkable?
- Hillcrest scores 4.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.