Why Live in Ballenger Square
Ballenger Square in Flint features tree-lined streets with sidewalks and homes built between the 1920s and 1950s, including wood-exterior bungalows, ranch styles, and bi-levels. The neighborhood has some blight and empty properties, but property values are on the rise, with some vacant homes being demolished. The southwest corner of Ballenger Square offers dining options like Hong Da for Chinese takeout and Niko's Family Diner for breakfast, while King Arthur's Pasties provides fresh-baked goods. For groceries, residents shop at Save A Lot. The area is served by several parks within a mile, including Ballenger Park with a basketball court and picnic facilities, Eldorado Vista Park with a tennis court and playground, and Mott Park with a soccer field and street hockey rink. Public transportation is accessible via bus stops along Mackin Road, and commuters can reach downtown Flint in about 3 miles. Hurley Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center, is located a mile east. Bishop International Airport is approximately 6 miles south. Local churches like Bethel United Methodist Church and Noor Unity Center play an active role in the community, hosting events and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ballenger Square a good place to live?
Ballenger Square is a good place to live. Ballenger Square is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Ballenger Square is a suburban neighborhood. Ballenger Square has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $59,660 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Ballenger Square are home owners, with 38% of residents renting and 62% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ballenger Square can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ballenger Square neighborhood guide.
Is Ballenger Square, MI a safe neighborhood?
Ballenger Square, MI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ballenger Square?
The median home price in Ballenger Square is $55,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $11,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $11K a year to afford the median home price in Ballenger Square. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Ballenger Square is $60K.
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Home Trends in Ballenger Square, MI
On average, homes in Ballenger Square, Flint sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Ballenger Square, Flint over the last 12 months is $40,050, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$40,050
Median Single Family Sale Price
$35,100
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$42
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$55,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
26%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
