Briggs Sub.
Walkable near top schools
Median $167K·Walkability 7.2/10·Schools 4.7/10
Briggs Sub. sits on just three acres in Creston, but what it lacks in land it makes up for in location—a short walk to groceries and restaurants, with transit two minutes away and downtown Grand Rapids a five-minute drive. The subdivision's modest lot sizes (averaging 0.09 acres) mean homes cluster closely, and prices hover around $195K, making this a genuine entry point into the neighborhood rather than an afterthought. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, while Sweet Street Park sits a six-minute walk downhill, and you're surrounded by seventy-plus restaurants and three dozen grocers within a mile. The Grand River and its boat launch are less than a mile away, and Plainfield Avenue's shops and galleries are close enough that errands don't feel like expeditions—just the ordinary texture of living where things are near.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
City MiddleHigh
- High — 0.3 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$167K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 40 parks within 1 mile
- Sweet Street Park: 8 min walk
- Mary Waters Park: 11 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Briggs Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,137/mo
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Creston Market
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Mizizi by Street Chef Shaw
+1 more
Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Creston
+1 more
Quinn and Tuites Irish Pub
+1 more
Sweet Street Park
+1 more
Mary Waters Park Playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Creston Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Plainfield/Quimby (NB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Based on 28 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$167K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
25
Median Lot Size
4195 sq ft
2283 sq ft – 0.11 ac
Crime in Briggs Sub. 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 Briggs Sub. home (around $167,450) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $30k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,114 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,114/mo | $29,700 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,282/mo | $34,194 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,339/mo | $35,697 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,334 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% 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 Briggs Sub. 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
Sweet Street Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Mizizi by Street Chef Shaw
Restaurant
Restaurant
Arcane Pizza
Restaurant
Mai's Thai
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Creston
Café
Fika Grand Rapids | Vegan and Gluten Free
Café
Johnny's Markets
Café
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Saint Alphonsus School
School
Palmer School
Kendall School
Kent Hills School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Briggs Sub.
- What do homes cost in Briggs Sub.?
- The median home value in Briggs Sub. is about $167,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Briggs Sub.?
- Briggs Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Briggs Sub. walkable?
- Briggs Sub. scores 7.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.