Mobile Homes for Sale in Brownell, Flint

In the far northwestern corner of Flint, Brownell is a neighborhood that embodies Vehicle City's famous resilience and community involvement. Once a subdivision of the larger Bel-Aire Woods neighborhood to the south, Brownell experienced many of the same struggles as its neighbor did when General Motors closed many of its Michigan factories in the 20th century. But now, residents are digging in and fighting the consequences of deindustrialization with projects that have led to residential improvements, major school upgrades and reclaimed community spaces. The neighborhood's schools have been essential facets of revitalization. Students in the neighborhood attend Brownell STEM Academy, rated D by Niche. Third through sixth graders attend school next door at currently unrated Holmes STEM Middle School Academy. In 2024, city and local leaders cut the ribbon on a $40 million overhaul of the two schools. In addition to new athletic facilities and playgrounds, the campus now has two innovative additions: An early childhood wing, and "the Cube," a 5,000 sq. foot community center designed to be used by students and community members. The Cube is the first community center of its kind in