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Easy commuting in the heart of MidTown
Budget-friendly midcentury homes shaded by mature trees with access to MidTown amenities are the calling cards of Columbus's Briarwood neighborhood. Part of the easternmost reaches of the Wynnton suburbs, Briarwood may be a good fit for those seeking a starter home and proximity to places like Uptown and Lakebottom Park without the price tag. “You can get around easily here,” says Realtor David Hickox with Keller Williams River Cities. Hickox has been selling homes for nearly 5 years. “It’s one of those MidTown neighborhoods on Macon/Wynnton Road, so you can get to Uptown in minutes, or you can hop on the interstate and get to Fort Benning quickly. It’s a good location for those who want to transition between different areas of the cities quickly.”
Wynnton Road is the main through way in the Briarwood neighborhood.
Briarwood is a family oriented neighborhood great for quiet and secluded living.
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Midcentury homes on quiet roads in Briarwood
This midcentury streetcar suburb is a quiet area lushly lined with oak, magnolia and pine trees. Sidewalks invite residents to go on morning jogs, while screened-in porches and shady backyards allow residents to enjoy warm evenings accompanied by the sounds of cicadas and crickets. Developers completed building out Briarwood by the 1950s, so homes here reflect midcentury styles. There are midcentury bungalows, shingle cottages, Cape Cod homes, Tudor Revival-inspired houses and ranch-style homes. Across these styles, prices range between $75,000 and $125,000. Homes on the higher end of the pay scale may have more interior renovations completed than those on the lower end.
Briarwood is filled with various styles of homes.
Brick homes with hints of Tudor architectural styles are available in Briarwood.
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Close to several MidTown parks and recreation areas
Lakebottom Park is one of the most popular in the community, offering everything from walking trails to athletic areas to stroller clubs and neighborhood events. Columbus residents flock to the park to attend Peach Little League games, enjoy summer concerts or participate in the Lakebottom 5K. “The park is one of the reasons we’re in this area of Columbus,” says Taylor Kiehl, a designer at Park Place Interiors, a boutique near Lakebottom at St. Elmo’s Shopping Center. “Almost every day my fiancé and I walk our dog on the trails here, or we go to the concerts and events. It’s my favorite things about MidTown.”Briarwood is also close to Boxwood Park, which has a playground, basketball court and athletic field. The park is also home to the East Carver Heights Community Development Corporation. The organization has a free-to-join youth soccer club, community resources and programs for youth and adults. Columbus Aquatic Center is adjacent to the neighborhood, offering recreation and lap pools. Families can bring their children next door to the Bridging the Gap Community Playground.
Briarwood residents head to Lakebottom Park for the public tennis courts and practice wall.
Briarwood residents enjoy their afternoons at the Bridging the Gap Park.
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Dining and retail along Macon Road
Macon Road runs along the north end of Briarwood, offering access to nearby shopping centers. MidTown Shopping Center has an ALDI, Dollar Tree and fast-food chains. Cross Country Plaza has a Publix, CVS Pharmacy and a TJ Maxx. The Columbus Library on Macon Road offers story times, holiday events and teen nights. Going west, Macon Road turns into Wynnton Road. Residents can get local produce at Napier's MidTown Market, shop at Chapman's Thrift Mall and dine at restaurants like Lemongrass Thai and Sushi or Shark's Fish and Chicken. The neighborhood is relatively close to other dining and retail hubs around Columbus. Peachtree Mall is 3 miles away, and big-box shopping centers like Columbus Park Crossing are 6 miles away. Uptown's dining, retail and events are only about 4 miles away.
Sushi is hand rolled to order at Lemon Grass in Briarwood.
Briarwood residents love to find what new produce is being sold at the Napier market.
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Muscogee County School District serves Briarwood families
Students may start at Rigdon Road Elementary, which scores an overall C on Niche, then attend Rothschild Middle, which scores a C-minus. Students may then attend Carver High, which scores a C-plus but also scores an A for its clubs and activities. The school offers a STEM magnet program and has award-winning sports teams, like its track and field team. Columbus High School is another option—this A-rated, application-based magnet program offers a liberal arts-based curriculum.
Commuting from Briarwood
With proximity to Macon Road, Interstate 185 and local METRA stops, residents can quickly access major Columbus schools and employers. Aflac is less than a mile from Briarwood, Columbus State University is 2.5 miles away and Fort Benning is 12 miles away. Piedmont Columbus Regional-MidTown is the closest hospital, located 3 miles away. The community is 3 miles from Phenix City and 45 miles from Auburn. Columbus Airport is 4.5 miles from Briarwood, and flights here connect to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Some residents may drive directly to ATL for more frequent and direct flights.
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Parks in this Area
Lakebottom Park
Bridging The Gap
Transit
Airport
Columbus
8 min drive
Bus
Wynnton Rd And Tate Dr
Bus
Rigdon Rd And Fern St
Bus
Lawyers Ln And Wynnton Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Briarwood
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Briarwood, Columbus sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Briarwood, Columbus over the last 12 months is $135,475, up 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
608
Median Age
42
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,194
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.9%
College Graduates
11.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
46.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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