Hillcrest
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Hillcrest, QLD 4118.
About Hillcrest
Welcome to Hillcrest
Hillcrest sits in Logan City, roughly 25 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD, tucked between Forestdale, Boronia Heights, Regents Park, Heritage Park and Drewvale. It's a suburb built around family life — quiet residential streets, generous blocks and easy access to the Logan Motorway corridor — rather than a destination in itself, which suits buyers who want space and value within commuting distance of the city.
With a population of around 6,268 and a median age of 33, Hillcrest has a distinctly young, family-oriented profile. It's the kind of place where first-home buyers and growing households tend to put down roots, drawn by the mix of established homes and the practicality of being close to Logan's shopping, schooling and transport options without the price tag of suburbs closer to Brisbane.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Hillcrest is dominated by detached houses, which make up around 75% of current listings, with townhouses accounting for roughly 23% and a small proportion of vacant land still available for those wanting to build. Most homes are low-set brick or rendered brick-and-tile designs typical of Logan's growth through the 1980s and 1990s, sitting on generously sized blocks by contemporary standards.
Buyers will find a good spread of original three- and four-bedroom family homes alongside more recently renovated properties, giving the suburb a practical, unpretentious character. It's less about architectural statement and more about liveable space, backyards and room to grow.
The property market
Hillcrest's median house price currently sits at $765,000, following recent growth of 8.2%, a sign of the steady demand flowing into Logan's middle-ring suburbs as buyers look beyond Brisbane's inner and middle rings for affordability. Median rent is $585 per week, reflecting solid interest from tenants attracted by the suburb's family-friendly feel and relative value.
With houses making up the bulk of the market and land still available in pockets, Hillcrest offers options across the buying spectrum, from renovator projects to newer builds. The combination of price growth and comparatively accessible entry points has kept the suburb on the radar for both owner-occupiers and investors watching the broader Logan growth corridor.
Getting around
Hillcrest's location just off the Logan Motorway makes it a practical base for commuters, with reasonably direct road access toward Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Ipswich. Local bus services connect residents to surrounding suburbs and to train stations in the broader Logan network, including options via Kingston and Loganlea, for those heading into the city by rail.
While a car remains the most convenient way to get around, the suburb's position between Forestdale, Boronia Heights and Regents Park means most day-to-day errands, from shopping to schooling, are only a short drive away.
Shopping & lifestyle
For everyday needs, Hillcrest residents typically head to nearby shopping precincts in Regents Park and Browns Plains, the latter home to a major retail hub with supermarkets, specialty stores and dining options. The suburb itself is largely residential, so it relies on these neighbouring centres for its retail and café culture rather than having a dedicated main street of its own.
This arrangement suits the suburb's character well: Hillcrest offers the quiet and space of a residential pocket, while shopping, entertainment and larger conveniences are only minutes away in the surrounding Logan suburbs.
Schools & families
Hillcrest and its surrounds cater well to families, with schooling options in and around the suburb and in neighbouring Boronia Heights, Heritage Park and Regents Park. The relatively young median age of 33 reflects a strong base of families and younger households, and the suburb's stock of standalone houses with backyards continues to appeal to those with children.
Community facilities, parks and sporting grounds dotted throughout Hillcrest and neighbouring Forestdale add to its appeal for families wanting space without moving far from established infrastructure.
Market snapshot
Hillcrest property market
Median sale price
$765k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$585
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$597k
Median
$765k
Premium
$967k
Days on market
9
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
55
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +15.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Hillcrest by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Hillcrest, QLD 4118.
Population
6,268
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$1,573
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,532
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Hillcrest
$900k
20 Federation Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$752k
21/23-25 Blackwell Street
Sold ~July 2026
$975k
32 Bywater Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.06m
5 Dilges Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.03m
24 Enford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.08m
3 LINFIELD STREET
Sold ~July 2026
$1.09m
8 Zachary Court
Sold ~June 2026
$975k
10 Waterway Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Price map around Hillcrest
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Common questions
Hillcrest suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Hillcrest?
The median house price in Hillcrest, QLD is $765k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.2%.
How much is rent in Hillcrest?
The median weekly rent in Hillcrest is around $585 per week.
Is Hillcrest a good place to live?
Hillcrest is a western suburb in the City of Logan, Queensland, Australia. Hillcrest is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 6,268.
What is the population of Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a population of 6,268 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
How long do homes take to sell in Hillcrest?
Properties in Hillcrest take around 9 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Hillcrest?
Entry-level properties in Hillcrest start around $597k, while premium homes reach $967k.
What suburbs are near Hillcrest?
Suburbs near Hillcrest include Forestdale, Boronia Heights, Regents Park, Heritage Park and Drewvale.
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