Hillcrest Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Hillcrest is a great neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a slower-paced ambience. There are around 20 public green spaces nearby for residents to check out, making them easy to access. This neighbourhood is also especially quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.

Transportation

The favoured means of transportation in this area is very often a car. It is a rather short drive to the nearest highway from anywhere in this part of Cambridge, and it is easy to come across a parking spot. However, public transit riders may experience few options in Hillcrest by reason of the infrequent service. Nonetheless, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. Getting around on foot is not very practical for residents in Hillcrest because most daily needs are impractical to meet without the use of a car. However, biking is convenient in Hillcrest.

Housing

The buildings in this area are very modern, because roughly 40% of its dwellings were constructed in the 1990s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 2000s. Single detached homes and row houses are the predominant housing type in this neighbourhood. Homeowners occupy nearly 90% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood whereas the rest are rented. There is a higher proportion of three bedroom homes in this neighbourhood.

Services

Families will welcome the proximity to daycares and primary schools, which are within a short distance from most, if not all, properties for sale in Hillcrest. In contrast, high schools are not abundant and therefore may require a very long walk to get to. Regarding eating, it is sometimes practical for property owners in Hillcrest to purchase groceries as pedestrians. A small variety of restaurants and coffee shops can be found as well.