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Briarwood

Briarwood

$528,018 Average Value
$181 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Big homes, in an area that’s big on convenience

Briarwood is a section of Midland that home buyers seeking space may find to be a good fit. This neighborhood is defined by its modern houses with spacious floor plans, many stretching well over 2,000 square feet and all within quick reach of day-to-day amenities. “It’s a nice little neighborhood,” says Laura Sales, a local broker and owner of The Sales Team Realtors who has worked in the Midland market for more than 20 years. “It’s nestled in a very convenient location within the city. It has very quick and easy access to some of the major thoroughfares. It’s a smaller neighborhood, developed now to the point where it’s got lots of nice trees, well-kept and just really a pretty little area.”

Lush, bountiful trees are commonplace in the Briarwood neighborhood.
Lush, bountiful trees are commonplace in the Briarwood neighborhood.
A one-story, Bungalow-style home with a large front yard in Briarwood.
A one-story, Bungalow-style home with a large front yard in Briarwood.
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Houses share similar character

All of Briarwood’s homes were built with brick and stone facades, giving the neighborhood a similar, earth-toned look. Many of these houses start at just over 2,000 square feet and top out at more than 4,000 square feet, with rear-access garages included. “They have that kind of open concept -- large kitchen, large living areas,” says Alli Moore, a local Realtor with Fathom Realty. The neighborhood’s homes were built between the 1990s and the early 2000s, enough time for the oak trees that dot many of the area’s lawns to mature. The lot sizes are around one-fifth of an acre. Price tags are between $400,000 and $600,000.

A one-story, Craftsman-style home with a long driveway in Briarwood.
A one-story, Craftsman-style home with a long driveway in Briarwood.
Briarwood has recently renovated homes with state-of-the-art amenities within their walls.
Briarwood has recently renovated homes with state-of-the-art amenities within their walls.
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Midland schools incorporate special programming

Kids in Briarwood attend public schools within the Midland Independent School District, which has a C-plus grade on Niche. Greathouse Elementary has a B grade and offers extracurricular options including a student council and fine arts programming. Students can then explore the robotics or writing clubs at B-minus-rated at Abell Junior High and the business academy or health science academy at Legacy Freshman High. Legacy Senior High also carries a B-minus grade and includes dedicated programs in everything from automotive technology to visual and design arts.

Butler Park is at quick reach

Briarwood residents are just about a mile from the John P. Butler Park and Youth Sports Complex, a 33-acre expanse that includes a playground and picnic areas but is also a draw for athletics. “There’s T-ball and soccer, the Midland Soccer Association will have practices and games [there],” says Moore, a native of the region. Moore also notes that the Bush Tennis Center, which has more than 20 lighted courts, is also just about 2 miles from Briarwood. Bush Tennis Center is a member facility but offers free clinics for kids.

Pitchers in Briarwood can practice their throws at the Butler Park Sports Complex.
Pitchers in Briarwood can practice their throws at the Butler Park Sports Complex.
Briarwood's C.J. Kelly Park is perfect for hosting local community baseball games.
Briarwood's C.J. Kelly Park is perfect for hosting local community baseball games.
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Commercial attractions come around the corner

This neighborhood’s location is highly desired, Moore says, in part because of how close it is to Midland Drive and Loop 250, two hubs for commercial attractions. There’s a Walmart and Target just off Midland Drive, for example, both within about a mile of Briarwood. Also, Taqueria Jalisco is within walking distance for many in the neighborhood, a spot whose breakfast and margaritas are well-regarded. Diners seeking something a little bit out of the box can head about 2 miles down Loop 250 for Kokomo, which Moore says is popular. Kokomo specializes in Korean corn dogs, available stuffed with cheese and coated with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos or potatoes.

Walmart is the grocery store of choice among Briarwood residents.
Walmart is the grocery store of choice among Briarwood residents.
For healthy Tex-Mex cuisine, Briarwood residents head on over to Taqueria Jalisco.
For healthy Tex-Mex cuisine, Briarwood residents head on over to Taqueria Jalisco.
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Loop 250 links to the rest of the region

Loop 250 and Midland Drive double as key transportation corridors in the area. Travelers can hop on Loop 250 to access Texas State Highway Loop 250 and head toward Midland International Air & Space Port, just about 11 miles away, for commercial flights. Midland Drive can help drivers reach the more than 500-bed Midland Memorial Hospital, 5 miles away. Loop 250 is lined with multiple stops in the area’s EZ-Rider bus system, too.

The Midland Park Mall is a favorite afterschool hangout for Briarwood locals.
The Midland Park Mall is a favorite afterschool hangout for Briarwood locals.
Lush, bountiful trees are commonplace in the Briarwood neighborhood.
Lush, bountiful trees are commonplace in the Briarwood neighborhood.
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Midland makes community events routine

The city hosts an assortment of events over the course of the year, including holiday programming that ranges from Easter Egg Eggstravaganza at Bill Williams Softball Complex at Hogan Park a half-dozen miles from Briarwood to an annual Christmas parade along A Street. Locals can also head to the Midland Downtown Farmers Market each Saturday on Colorado Street, just under 8 miles away.

Midland firefighters showcase how to put out a fire for Briarwood children.
Midland firefighters showcase how to put out a fire for Briarwood children.
Briarwood residents enjoy a regimented workout at COM Aquatics.
Briarwood residents enjoy a regimented workout at COM Aquatics.
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Transit

Airport

Midland International Air And Space Port

18 min drive

Briarwood Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$492,500
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$477,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
152
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1996
Months of Supply
20.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,486
Above the national average
1,925
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
588
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$62,000
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,073

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.9%
Advanced Degrees
20.5%
% Population in Labor Force
85.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

55 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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