Hillcrest Estates Homes

People often assume “secluded” means far from everything, but the hills and mountains here create a sense of solitude while restaurants and stores are still a walk away. It’s a rare combination of feeling tucked away without sacrificing convenience.

Homes here typically run $1.1M-$1.3M. That reflects the newer construction and the open-space backing a number of these homes have, both less common in some of Oak Park’s older neighborhoods.

It’s one of what’s often called Oak Park’s 6 sister neighborhoods, so buyers considering it are usually cross-shopping similar communities too. Where Hillcrest Estates stands out within that group is the hillside setting and the number of homes backing directly to open space.

Montego stands out for its community pool, while Hillcrest Estates leans more into hillside seclusion and open-space lots. Both are newer construction with similar layouts, so the choice often comes down to whether a shared pool or a more private setting matters more to you.

It fits buyers who want a sense of privacy and seclusion but still want to be close to restaurants, shopping, and Westlake Village. If a fully private, cut-off feel is what you’re after, this probably isn’t secluded enough, but if quiet without isolation is the goal, it’s worth a look.

Lots run small, which is typical for this part of Oak Park. Depending on the specific home’s age, major systems like the roof or AC may be coming due, so it’s worth asking about the age of those systems before you make an offer.