Locust St & Oak St Area (South)
Great schools with outdoor access
The quick answer
Locust St & Oak St Area (South) is a walkable neighborhood, part of Big Rapids Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $120,000.
4 homes for sale·Median $120K·Walkability 6.1/10·Schools 6.6/10
Walking through this stretch feels lived-in and purposeful—you're never far from a coffee shop, restaurant, or grocery, and the transit stop is right there when you need it. Victorian and early 1900s homes line the blocks, many with original hardwood floors and the kind of woodwork that rewards patience and a good contractor. Library Park sits adjacent, and a dozen other green spaces scatter within a mile, along with Horseshoe Lake about a short drive away. The neighborhood has the texture of a place where people actually settle, not just pass through.
Why people love it here
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 0.4 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Playground on 12 Mile Rd: 3 min walk
- 14 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 76 parks within 1 mile
- Library Park: 3 min walk
- Big Rapids River Trail: 8 min walk
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Median home price in Locust St & Oak St Area (South)
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Range: 4/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
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Living in Locust St & Oak St Area (South): the details
Is Locust St & Oak St Area (South) a good place to live?
Locust St & Oak St Area (South) is a strong fit if you want a walkable setting and green space nearby — 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 Big Rapids Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $120,000.
What does it cost to live in Locust St & Oak St Area (South)?
Homes in Locust St & Oak St Area (South) sell for a median of about $120,000. There are 4 homes for sale here right now and 3 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Locust St & Oak St Area (South)
- What do homes cost in Locust St & Oak St Area (South)?
- The median home value in Locust St & Oak St Area (South) is about $120,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Locust St & Oak St Area (South) housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Locust St & Oak St Area (South) right now, and 3 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Locust St & Oak St Area (South)?
- Locust St & Oak St Area (South) is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
- Is Locust St & Oak St Area (South) walkable?
- Locust St & Oak St Area (South) scores 6.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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