Hillcrest is a small Southwest Austin neighborhood off Manchaca Road in the 78748 zip code, built in the late 1990s and early 2000s by Buffington Homes and KB Homes, with a community pool. Scroll Down to Read Our Hillcrest Neighborhood Guide.
Hillcrest Homes for Sale
SEARCH ALL HILLCREST HOMES FOR SALENo Email Required! Where Is the Hillcrest Community Pool?
Hillcrest has a community pool at 2328 Lavendale Ct, Austin, TX 78748.
Hillcrest Neighborhood Map
Hillcrest is located off Manchaca Road and can be accessed from Ravenscroft Drive. Hillcrest is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Hillcrest neighborhood guide.
Hillcrest Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Hillcrest neighborhood is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
Hillcrest HOA Dues
| Hillcrest Homeowners Association, Inc. | $400 / annually |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Hillcrest Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Hillcrest neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Menchaca Elementary - 4/10
- Bailey Middle - 6/10
- Akins High - 4/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of November 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
Hillcrest Photos
Hillcrest Sold Data - What Hillcrest Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Hillcrest and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Hillcrest? How many homes are currently for sale in Hillcrest? What’s the median sold price in Hillcrest? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Hillcrest? How’s the Hillcrest market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Hillcrest Sold Data Report.
Hillcrest Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Bed / Bath Range | 3–4 beds, 2–3 baths |
| Median Sale Price | $405,000 |
| Price Range | $345,000 – $540,000 |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $181 |
| Median Home Size | 2,409 sq ft |
| Median Days on Market | 52 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 12 months ending September 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Hillcrest Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Hillcrest have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 17 | $540,000 | — | $460,000–$800,000 | $218 | 2,526 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 10 days | 100% |
| 2023 | 22 | $496,000 | ▼ 8.1% | $400,000–$640,000 | $185 | 2,643 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 40 days | 99% |
| 2024 | 18 | $457,750 | ▼ 7.7% | $371,000–$690,000 | $180 | 2,503 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 28 days | 98% |
| 2025 | 12 | $461,500 | ▲ 0.8% | $345,000–$640,000 | $177 | 2,586 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 30 days | 98% |
| 2026 YTD | 8 | $408,750 | ▼ 11.4% | $365,000–$540,000 | $182 | 2,384 sq ft | 4bd/3ba | 40 days | 98% |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Hillcrest Days on Market Trend
How fast are Hillcrest homes selling? Here's a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 17 | 10 days | 32 days |
| 2023 | 22 | 40 days | 56 days |
| 2024 | 18 | 28 days | 44 days |
| 2025 | 12 | 30 days | 70 days |
| 2026 YTD | 8 | 40 days | 81 days |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Pros and Cons of Living in Hillcrest
Pros
- Hillcrest was built in the late 1990s and early 2000s by Buffington Homes and KB Homes and is accessed from Ravenscroft Drive off Manchaca Road.
- Hillcrest has a community pool at 2328 Lavendale Ct.
- HOA dues are $400 annually through Hillcrest Homeowners Association, Inc.
- Homes sold in the past 12 months had 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms, with a median size of 2,409 square feet and a median of $181 per square foot.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: Menchaca Elementary (4/10), Bailey Middle (6/10), and Akins High (4/10).
Cons
- The 2025 property tax rate was 2.0465%, up from 1.9818% in 2024.
- The median sale price was $540,000 in 2022 and $405,000 in the past 12 months.
- Median days on market was 52 in the past 12 months, compared with 10 in 2022.
Who it fits: Hillcrest fits buyers who want a late 1990s or early 2000s home of about 2,400 square feet with a community pool, off Manchaca Road in the 78748 zip code, with Austin ISD zoning. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want to avoid HOA dues or want a home built after the early 2000s may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hillcrest
Yes. Hillcrest has a community pool at 2328 Lavendale Ct, Austin, TX 78748.
HOA dues in Hillcrest are $400 annually through Hillcrest Homeowners Association, Inc. Confirm current dues directly with the HOA before making an offer.
Hillcrest is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend Menchaca Elementary (4/10), Bailey Middle (6/10), and Akins High (4/10).
The property tax rate in Hillcrest is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. Confirm the current rate with the Travis County tax office before making an offer.
The median sale price in Hillcrest over the past 12 months was $405,000 across 11 sales, with prices from $345,000 to $540,000 and a median of $181 per square foot.
Homes in Hillcrest that sold in the past 12 months had a median of 52 days on the market and a 98% sale-to-list ratio. Median days on market was 10 in 2022, 40 in 2023, 28 in 2024, and 30 in 2025.
Hillcrest was built in the late 1990s and early 2000s by Buffington Homes and KB Homes. Homes sold in the past 12 months had 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms, with a median size of 2,409 square feet.
Southwest Austin Realtor Specializing in Hillcrest
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Hillcrest homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Hillcrest, Raymond and Rebecca know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Hillcrest and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
