Why Live in Ballenger Park
Ballenger Park in Flint features residential streets lined with bungalows, ranch styles, and two-story saltboxes built between the 1920s and '40s. These homes often come with detached garages, front porches, and fenced backyards, though many require renovations. The neighborhood is characterized by its mature, old-growth trees and sidewalk-lined streets. Dining options are conveniently located along Flushing Road, including Rube's Bar & Grill, Savvy Sliders, and King Arthur's Pasties and Bakery. In/Out Taco Stand offers Mexican dishes on the northwest corner of the neighborhood. For groceries, residents frequent Midway Market and Save A Lot. Ballenger Park itself, located in the southeast corner, provides a full-length basketball court, picnic area, and open-air shelter. Nearby, the 60-acre Chevy Commons offers a paved trail loop with views of the Flint River. The neighborhood is about 2 miles from downtown Flint, with bus stops along North Chevrolet Avenue, though most residents use personal vehicles. Kettering University is less than a mile away, and Bishop International Airport is 6 miles southwest. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ballenger Park a good place to live?
Ballenger Park is a good place to live. Ballenger Park is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Ballenger Park is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Ballenger Park has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $32,575 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 0% of residents. A majority of residents in Ballenger Park are home owners, with 42.7% of residents renting and 57.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ballenger Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ballenger Park neighborhood guide.
Is Ballenger Park, MI a safe neighborhood?
Ballenger Park, MI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ballenger Park?
The median home price in Ballenger Park is $43,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $8,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $10K a year to afford the median home price in Ballenger Park. The average household income in Ballenger Park is $33K.
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Home Trends in Ballenger Park, MI
On average, homes in Ballenger Park, Flint sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Ballenger Park, Flint over the last 12 months is $29,500, up 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$29,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$30,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$48
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$43,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%
