Why Live in Briar Crest
Briar Crest is a neighborhood in Janesville with homes on spacious lots. Houses are built from the 1970s to the early 2000s, featuring bi-level, tri-level, Cape Cod, and Colonial Revival styles. These homes typically sit on a quarter to three-quarters of an acre lots, providing more yard space than many suburban areas. The neighborhood offers a mix of single-family homes, condos, townhouses, and multi-family residences, with home prices going from $300,000 to $575,000. For shopping and dining, residents have convenient access to Pine Tree Plaza, which has stores like TJ Maxx and Old Navy. Cozumel Mexican Restaurant is a popular eatery, and grocery stores include Aldi and Hy-Vee. Briar Crest is part of the School District of Milton, and students are zoned for Harmony Elementary School. The Ice Age Trail spans over 1,000 acres and passes through the community, providing hiking and cross-country skiing opportunities. Woodcrest Park offers sports facilities and a playground. Public transportation is available through the Janesville Transit Agency. The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport is 12 miles away, and the Dane County Regional Airport is about 40 miles away, providing broader travel options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Briar Crest a good place to live?
Briar Crest is a good place to live. Briar Crest is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Briar Crest is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Briar Crest has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $105,326 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 62% of residents. A majority of residents in Briar Crest are home owners, with 10% of residents renting and 90% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Briar Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Briar Crest neighborhood guide.
Is Briar Crest, WI a safe neighborhood?
Briar Crest, WI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Briar Crest?
The median home price in Briar Crest is $399,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,980 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $85K a year to afford the median home price in Briar Crest. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Briar Crest is $105K.
What are the best public schools in Briar Crest?
The best public schools that serve Briar Crest are:
What are the best private schools in Briar Crest?
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Are home prices dropping in Briar Crest?
Yes, home prices in Briar Crest are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Prices in Briar Crest, WI
The median home sale price in Briar Crest, Janesville is $397,250, down 2% year-over-year. Homes in Briar Crest sell in 30 days on average, compared to the national average of 58 days.
Median Sale Price
$397,250
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$171
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Number of Homes for Sale
0
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Last 12 months Home Sales
11
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Median List Price
$399,900
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Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
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