Why Live in Hilltop Village
Hilltop Village is a leafy Richmond neighborhood where streets lined with old oaks and maples, plus well-kept sidewalks, give it a polished, suburban feel. Housing ranges from 1980s and ’90s two-bedroom condos and townhomes to larger contemporary single-family homes, many tucked into communities that feel a bit like a resort thanks to shared tennis courts and swimming pools.
Outdoor time often centers on Hilltop Lake Park, which has greenway trails looping around the water for jogging, biking and dog-walking, and on nearby Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with its beaches, bluffs and eucalyptus groves. Shopping and entertainment are focused around the aging Shops at Hilltop complex, where Walmart and a 24‑hour gym remain while redevelopment plans move forward. Across the street is Hilltop Plaza, featuring a Cinemark movie theater, chain stores and casual spots like Taqueria Maria.
Commuters have quick connections via Interstate 80, Richmond Parkway and San Pablo Avenue, plus access to Downtown Richmond’s BART station for trips into San Francisco or down to San Jose, and families are zoned to schools such as Bayview Elementary, Betty Reid Soskin Middle and De Anza Senior High, with Summit Tamalpais charter school as another option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hilltop Village a good place to live?
Hilltop Village is a good place to live. Hilltop Village is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Hilltop Village is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Hilltop Village has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $89,277 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 44.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Hilltop Village are renters, with 72.6% of residents renting and 27.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hilltop Village can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hilltop Village neighborhood guide.
Is Hilltop Village, CA a safe neighborhood?
Hilltop Village, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hilltop Village?
The median home price in Hilltop Village is $557,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $111,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $118K a year to afford the median home price in Hilltop Village. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Hilltop Village is $89K.
What are the best public schools in Hilltop Village?
The best public schools that serve Hilltop Village are:
What are the best private schools in Hilltop Village?
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Are home prices dropping in Hilltop Village?
Yes, home prices in Hilltop Village are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Hilltop Village, CA
On average, homes in Hilltop Village, Richmond sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Hilltop Village, Richmond over the last 12 months is $550,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$698,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$515,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$309,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$351
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$557,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%