Breton Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $545K·Walkability 5.5/10·Schools 3.0/10
The grid of streets here runs tight and deliberate, lined with homes from the 1950s and '60s—ranch-styles, split-levels, bi-levels—on lots just under half an acre each across the 20-acre subdivision. You're in Shawnee Park, where mature trees shade winding sidewalks and the whole area has the kind of established suburban feel that comes from decades of similar-era building. A grocery is an 8-minute walk, coffee a 10-minute one, and you've got 120 restaurants within a mile, so despite the quieter street character, you're not isolated from the city's rhythms—downtown is about 14 minutes away by car, and a transit stop sits just steps from the neighborhood. Forest Hills Public Schools serves the area, and the high concentration of schools nearby (four faith-based, three public within a mile) has long defined the neighborhood's identity.
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Why people love it here
$545K median
- 2 recent sales
Walkable for daily errands
- Breton/Okemos (SB): 4 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
16,017 sq ft avg lots
- 45 homes
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Median home price in Breton Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,700/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$545K
2 recent sales
Parcels / Units
45
Median Lot Size
0.36 ac
0.24 ac – 0.68 ac
Expected Rent
$1,350/mo
$1,175 – $1,500 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Mr. & Mrs. Crab
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
Condado Tacos
+1 more
Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Eastbrook
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Swansea Drive Southeast
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
Planet Fitness
Breton/Okemos (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Seymour Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
+1 more
Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 5/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Breton Plat is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Breton Plat home (around $545,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $98k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,671 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,671/mo | $97,892 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,225/mo | $112,672 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,412/mo | $117,640 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Breton Plat are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Pietro's Italian Restaurant
Restaurant
Mr. & Mrs. Crab
Restaurant
El Torito Asador
Restaurant
Wendy's
Fast Food
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
Condado Tacos
Bar
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Bar
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Grand Rapids Christian High School
School
Grand Rapids Christian Middle School
School
Ottawa Hills High School
School
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
The Other Body Shop
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(3)
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(9)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Shaffer Ave & 36th St Area Trail
Bike Path
+6 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
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Frequently asked about Breton Plat
- What do homes cost in Breton Plat?
- The median home value in Breton Plat is about $545,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Breton Plat housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Breton Plat right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Breton Plat?
- Breton Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Breton Plat walkable?
- Breton Plat scores 5.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.