Downtown Flint

Flint, MI

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Downtown Flint - Flint, MI

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Find your home in the heart of Flint

University College Walkable Parks River Bicycle-Friendly Restaurants Shops Urban

Sitting at the heart of the largest city in Michigan and positioned around the intersection of U.A.W. Freeway & I-475 & I-69, Downtown Flint puts all of life's necessities right at your fingertips. The homes and apartments in Downtown Flint provide easy access to the area's many businesses, shops, and restaurants. It is also a popular area for students from the University of Michigan-Flint, located along the Flint River. Wilson Park sits in the heart of downtown next to the university, providing an excellent location for students to study or for residents to enjoy a sunny afternoon.

Residents enjoy the plentiful restaurants, shops, and boutiques found in this area. The 501 Bar and Grill is a favorite hotspot among locals for its excellent food and reasonably-priced drinks. Many locals consider the Flint Farmers Market the go-to place for local produce, baked goods, and handmade items. Voted one of the best places in America, this artisan market stays open year-round, stocked with specialty foods and fresh produce offered by sought-after vendors. The Patterson House, located on 3rd Street, is a downtown landmark and historic site, built in 1885. Other nearby destinations include the Whaley House Museum, the Flint Institute of Arts, the Sloan Museum, and Mott Community College.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Flint is $569 for a studio, $697 for one bedroom, $940 for two bedrooms, and $1,279 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Flint has decreased by -2.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 650 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $569/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 617 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $697/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 922 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $940/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 384 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,279/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

65

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

44

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Applewood
  • Longway Planetarium
  • Flint Children's Museum
  • For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum
  • Genesee Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat

Airports

  • Bishop International

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