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Creston Hills Sub.

Strong schools draw families here

Median $290K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 4.7/10

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan

So yeah, Creston Hills is basically right in the thick of Creston, and you're talking about a 3-acre subdivision where the lots run around a tenth of an acre each—small enough that you're not maintaining a ton of land, but you've still got room to breathe. Homes here hover around $290K, which feels reasonable when you're seriously close to downtown Grand Rapids—like six minutes if traffic cooperates. There's a whole restaurant scene within walking distance (over 100 spots within a mile), and Sweet Street Park is literally a three-minute walk if you need to get outside quick. Grand Rapids Public Schools handles the schools, and you've got decent transit access if you need it, plus the Ford airport is just under 23 minutes away. The character here is very much tied to the neighborhood's vibe—you're in the middle of Plainfield Avenue's restaurant and shop corridor, so there's always something happening.

Why people love it here

🎓Schools
80

City MiddleHigh

  • High — 0.3 mi away
  • Grand Rapids
  • 9 rated schools in district
🚶Walkability
60

Very walkable

  • Sweet Street Park: 3 min walk
  • 14 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$290K median

  • Assessor estimate
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Median home price in Creston Hills Sub.

Estimated Monthly Payment

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/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 27 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · Assigned · 0.3 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · Assigned · 0.3 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · Assigned · 3.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · Assigned · 4.5 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · Assigned · 3.1 mi
5Grand Rapids Public Museum HighHigh · 09-12 · 273 students · 17:1 · Assigned · 2.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · Assigned · 1.7 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · Assigned · 0.9 mi
2Kent Hills ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 189 students · 17:1 · Assigned · 0.4 mi

Walkability

6.0

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.1
🍽️Dining
8.0
🌳Nature
3.7
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
5.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

Est. Home Value

$290K

Assessor estimate

Parcels / Units

19

Median Lot Size

0.13 ac

0.11 ac – 0.18 ac

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Questions about Creston Hills Sub.? Our team can help with availability, schools, and what it's really like to live here.

Frequently asked about Creston Hills Sub.

What do homes cost in Creston Hills Sub.?
The median home value in Creston Hills Sub. is about $290,150. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
What schools serve Creston Hills Sub.?
Creston Hills Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
Is Creston Hills Sub. walkable?
Creston Hills Sub. scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.

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Data sources: parcels, schools · Updated 6/21/2026