The Elms at Granada
7099 Granada Dr,
Flint, MI 48532
$910 - $1,495
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Flint
Flint, MI
Area Guide
Just 60 miles from Detroit, Flint provides a rich history and a great location.
College Town
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Wooded
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Great Location
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Family-Friendly
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Living in Flint combines affordability with access to arts, education, and recreation. The city's rental market remains steady, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $753 per month, representing a 2.7% annual increase. Housing options span across several neighborhoods, including the College/Cultural District and the University Avenue area, home to the University of Michigan-Flint and Kettering University campuses. The Flint Cultural Center anchors the arts community with the Flint Institute of Arts and Sloan Museum.
The city features an extensive parks system, including Stepping Stone Falls and For-Mar Nature Preserve, while the Flint River Trail offers opportunities for walking and cycling. The historic Carriage Town district preserves the city's architectural heritage with its Victorian-era homes. Annual events like Back to the Bricks car show and cruise celebrate the community's automotive history. Flint continues to evolve through development initiatives, including downtown revitalization projects and educational expansion, while maintaining affordable housing options compared to other Michigan cities.
Explore the City
Kettering University is one of three universities in Flint.
Flint is creating a walkable entertainment hub downtown.
The iconic Stepping Stone Falls in Flint is a tremendous local relaxing destination.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Flint, MI is $662 for a studio, $778 for one bedroom, $923 for two bedrooms, and $951 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Flint has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$778/month
674 Sq Ft
House
$1,141/month
1,088 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Flint, MI is 10.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Flint is 27.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $662 - $951. You can expect to pay 0.8% less for groceries, 1.0% less for utilities, and 3.3% less for transportation.
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Transportation
41
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
17
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
42
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Kate Dowdall Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
403 Students
Public
Grades K-5
388 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
246 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
229 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
422 Students
Public
Grades 8-12
1,033 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
690 Students
Public
Grades 5-9
651 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
249 Students
Elmer A. Knopf Learning Center
Public
Grades K-12
346 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
143 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
887 Students
Mott Middle College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
332 Students
Public
Grades 8-12
1,033 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
498 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Flint Children's Museum
- Applewood
- Longway Planetarium
- For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum
- Genesee Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat
Airports
- Bishop International
Top Apartments in Flint
Houses for Rent in Flint
Property Management Companies in Flint, MI
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.