Hillcrest is a place with a sense of community... a true Florida village.

Modeled after the small southern towns of the last half of the 19th century the true Florida charm is created by tree-lined streets, terraces and front porches built close to the streets. The homes in Hillcrest have lasting design; with elegant tailored exteriors and spacious airy floor plans that provide your family with breathing room and comfort.

Owners will use residential lanes behind the homes for their automobiles, thus creating wonderful public places in front of the homes. This well-planned community offers beauty, grace and style, excellent value and a central location.

At Hillcrest you will find custom designed homes built to exacting standards by the highest quality craftsman. Our mandate is to build quality homes with pride and craftsmanship worthy of old world artisans.

J and M Contractors has a collective lifetime experience of custom residential design, construction, and sales. We know a home's true success hinges on the collaborative efforts of many people all committed to making a difference.

Location: Hillcrest is located in the heart of Gainesville, on Northwest 8th Avenue between 43rd Street and Newberry Road. Hillcrest is 5 minutes from the University of Florida, Santa Fe College, North Florida Regional Medical Center, Shands Hospital, The Oaks Mall, Butler Plaza and I-75. Gainesville Regional Airport is 15 minutes away. Gainesville is located in Alachua County, in the north part of Florida, 85 miles from the Georgia state line, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. Locate Hillcrest on Google Maps.

Local Recreation: Hillcrest is next to Cofrin Nature Park (tennis, walking trail, playground) and two miles from Westside Park (pool, tennis, baseball fields and jogging trails). Across the street from Gainesville Health and Fitness Center, awarded "The World's Best Health Club" distinction in 2001.

Alachua County Recreation: Boating on the numerous rivers and lakes, Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Excellent bicycling and hiking trails and scenic roads, sightseeing and antiquing at nearby historical cities and sites. There are also numerous opportunities to view organized sporting events at the University of Florida, or nearby Jacksonville, Tampa or Orlando.

School Zones: Hillcrest is currently zoned for Terwilliger Elementary School, Fort Clarke Middle School and Buchholz High School. More about information regarding Alachua County School zoning can be found here.