Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
About 170 homes in every style from ranches to traditional two-stories, off 98th Street. Hillcrest is quiet, with its own elementary school nearby.
Hillcrest is in Bloomington, off 98th Street just west of Penn Avenue, within the Marsh Lake area. It has about 170 single-family homes.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
What’s close by
Marsh Lake Park and Brookside Park are close. Valley West Shopping Center, a couple of miles southwest, has a grocery store, coffee, quick dining and a pharmacy, and Southtown Shopping Center is nearby. See Bloomington parks, trails and beaches and community life.
What buyers check before they tour
- Schools: Hillcrest is served by Bloomington Public Schools (ISD 271). Nearby schools include Hillcrest Elementary, Olson Elementary, Olson Middle School and Thomas Jefferson High School. Boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- Condition: Roof, windows, mechanicals and drainage tell you more about a home’s next ten years than the paint color does. Plan a professional inspection.
A simple plan for your Hillcrest move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across the Twin Cities for about two decades, and I build and remodel luxury homes too. I’ll help you see both what a property is and what it could be.
Getting the house ready, or making it yours
If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. Learn more about Bloomington, its parks and trails and community life, or see nearby Southbrook.
Super Crew Contractors, Ivy Lane Homes and Intrinsic Insurance are owned by David Olson; you are free to use any contractor, builder or insurer.
Your next step in Hillcrest
Bloomington homes are priced neighborhood by neighborhood. Whether you’re selling or buying, I’ll help you make a plan that fits.
Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with sellers and buyers, and that’s where I can help you most in Hillcrest.
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