Comstock'S Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $252K·Walkability 6.4/10·Schools 4.7/10
Comstock's Plat runs just 85 acres—small enough that you're never far from anything, large enough that you're not on top of your neighbors on their 0.12-acre lots. It sits in Creston, that sprawling Grand Rapids neighborhood where Plainfield Avenue keeps adding restaurants and galleries, and downtown is barely six minutes away by car. The real draw here is proximity without sacrifice: groceries are a five-minute walk, restaurants cluster by the dozens within a mile (102, if you're counting), and a transit stop sits two minutes on foot. Homes run around $221K, which means the area attracts both first-time buyers and investors watching Creston's momentum. Walkability lags a bit overall—you'll do most errands by car—but dining and fitness options score reasonably well, and Grand Rapids Public Schools covers the area. Six parks sit within a mile, including Briggs Park, and a boat launch is just two-fifths of a mile away if you're inclined to get on the water. It's the kind of plat that works because it's close to everything without pretending to be something it isn't.
Why people love it here
$252K median
- 8 sales in last 12mo
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 0.4 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Pastry Leidy: 3 min walk
- 15 places within a 10 min walk
Notable nearby
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Comstock'S Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,711/mo
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8 homes sold in Comstock'S Plat this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$252K
8 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
333
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
200 sq ft – 0.27 ac
Based on 26 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Creston Market
Mike's Wings
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
+1 more
Quinn & Tuite's
+1 more
Briggs Park
+1 more
Briggs Park Playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Plainfield/Palmer (SB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Crime in Comstock'S 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 Comstock'S Plat home (around $252,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $45k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,676 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,676/mo | $44,697 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,930/mo | $51,460 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,015/mo | $53,721 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$309K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$155K
Median
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 ~6,331 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 Comstock'S 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
Briggs Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(28)
Grocery Store
Supermercado Michoacan
Grocery Store
Rodriguez Supermarket
Grocery Store
+25 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Mike's Wings
Fast Food
Isaac's Restaurant
Restaurant
Iker's Tacos
Restaurant
Curry Kitchen GR
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
Johnny's Markets
Café
Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Creston
Café
Fika Grand Rapids | Vegan and Gluten Free
Café
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Palmer School
Saint Alphonsus School
School
School
Harrison Park Academy
+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)
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
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(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Comstock'S Plat
- What do homes cost in Comstock'S Plat?
- The median home value in Comstock'S Plat is about $252,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Comstock'S Plat housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Comstock'S Plat right now, and 8 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Comstock'S Plat?
- Comstock'S Plat is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Comstock'S Plat walkable?
- Comstock'S Plat scores 6.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.