Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area
Highly rated schools nearby
The quick answer
Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area is a neighborhood, part of Big Rapids Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $295,000.
Median $295K·Walkability 0.9/10·Schools 7.7/10
Just outside the city limits, this stretch sits on the rural edge where acreage and land breathing room define the character—rolling wooded settings, long drives through open areas, and properties with serious potential for those drawn to country living. Horseshoe Lake anchors the immediate surroundings, and Linden Street Park is practically a walk away when you want to step outside. Groceries are under a mile down the road, a restaurant waits about an 11-minute walk off, and a coffee shop sits just over a mile out, so you're close enough to conveniences without losing that sense of separation. Homes here tend toward farmhouse charm and ranch-style builds on generous lots—many with outbuildings, space for gardens or livestock, and the kind of privacy that comes with distance from town. It's the kind of place where you can have land and still reach what you need without a long haul.
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Why people love it here
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 1.8 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 3 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 4 parks within 1 mile
- White Pine Trail: 8 min drive
- Linden Street Park: 9 min drive
$295K median
- Based on 3yr sales
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Median home price in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,003/mo
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Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Townline Lake Public Access
1.0 mi
Parks Nearby
4
within 1 mile
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Linden Street Park
Townline Lake
Brutus Dog Park
Big Rapids Library
AMC CLASSIC Big Rapids 4
Crime in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area 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 Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area home (around $295,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $53k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,987 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,987/mo | $52,988 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,287/mo | $60,988 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,388/mo | $63,677 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Who actually lends in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Solar potential
~$905/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,333 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area 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.
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Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
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🍕 Restaurants(5)
🏫 Schools(4)
💪 Gyms(1)
Ferris State University - Racquet & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Brutus Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(2)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(2)
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Living in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area: the details
Is Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area a good place to live?
Here is a data-based look at what living in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area is like. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Big Rapids Public Schools. The going price is around $295,000.
What does it cost to live in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area?
The median home value in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area is about $295,000.
Frequently asked about Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area
- What do homes cost in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area?
- The median home value in Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area is about $295,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area?
- Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
- Is Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area walkable?
- Milton Rd & N Bronson Ave Area scores 0.9/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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