Creston
Urban energy, solid value
The quick answer
Creston is a walkable neighborhood, part of Grand Rapids Public Schools and about 2 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $280,000.
39 homes for sale·Median $280K·Walkability 7.1/10·Schools 4.7/10
This corner of northeast Grand Rapids has that rare quality where you can walk to everything that matters — literally everything. With grocery stores and coffee shops at your doorstep and 408 restaurants within a mile, you'll find yourself becoming one of those people who genuinely enjoys running errands on foot. The neighborhoods here, from Riverside Gardens to the historic Creston Hills, each have their own personality, but they all share that same walkable, tree-lined sensibility that makes you actually want to know your neighbors.
Why people love it here
$280K median
- 191 sales in last 12mo
City MiddleHigh
- High — 0.3 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Briggs Park: 5 min walk
- Sweet Street Park: 13 min walk
Explore Creston
Same name, different focus — Creston is also covered as:
- Creston Business District — the business district — shops, restaurants, and the commercial corridor
- Creston Association — the neighborhood association — community events, meetings, and who represents the area
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Living in Creston: the details
Is Creston a good place to live?
Creston is a strong fit if you want a walkable setting and a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids — here is what the data shows. Day to day, you can walk to groceries, cafés and parks for many everyday errands, though a car still helps for bigger trips. This neighborhood is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $280,000.
What does it cost to live in Creston?
The typical home in Creston goes for around $280,000. There are 39 homes for sale here right now and 191 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Creston
- What do homes cost in Creston?
- The median home value in Creston is about $280,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Creston housing market?
- there are 39 homes for sale in Creston right now, and 191 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Creston?
- Creston is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Creston walkable?
- Creston scores 7.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
