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Chevrolet

Chevrolet

Neighborhood in Flint, Michigan

Genesee County 48503, 48532

$63,317 Average Value
$66 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Chevrolet has affordable housing with commercial access

The Chevrolet neighborhood took shape in the mid-1900s as the automotive industry revved up across Michigan. Rows of rectangular houses were built for Flint's growing blue-collar workforce at the Buick and Chevrolet plants. The closest plant closed in the 1990s, and the vintage homes now attract first-time homebuyers and real estate investors. The neighborhood is also close to downtown Flint and, on its southern border, to Miller Road, one of the largest commercial corridors in the city. "People flock to the areas around Miller Road because it has a lot of activity," says Dana Korth, an agent with Weichert, Realtors - Grant Hamady, who has over 30 years of experience selling in the city. "There are so many businesses along that corridor that will never be in danger of closing down."

Boxy ranch homes provide an accessible single-story option for Chevrolet home shoppers.
Boxy ranch homes provide an accessible single-story option for Chevrolet home shoppers.
Target west of Chevrolet is a go-to stop for housewares and affordable fashion.
Target west of Chevrolet is a go-to stop for housewares and affordable fashion.
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Boxy ranch styles sit on gridded streets

Unlike some neighborhoods developed around the same time, Chevrolet has remained largely intact, without the vacant lots or dilapidated properties found in some Flint neighborhoods. All streets are lined with sidewalks, and backyards are shaded by mature trees. The gridded streets are lined with small ranch-style homes and bungalows with detached garages. Most are from the 1940s and ’50s, with a few from the 1920s. Since homes tend to be similar in size, price depends primarily on the level of renovation. Fixer-uppers can start as low as $20,000, while freshly renovated homes get up to $150,000. About half of residents rent. "It's a more affordable area of Flint, where you can get a home for under $50,000," says Bridget Brown, a Realtor with Re/Max Edge with over 10 years of experience. "As you head west to Flint Township, things start to get more expensive."

Many of the bungalows in Chevrolet sit on wooded lots along quiet side streets.
Many of the bungalows in Chevrolet sit on wooded lots along quiet side streets.
Quiet gridded streets throughout Chevrolet have sidewalks on both sides.
Quiet gridded streets throughout Chevrolet have sidewalks on both sides.
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Close to two major shopping hubs

Chevrolet is located between Corunna Road and Miller Road, two of the city's major retail corridors. Corunna has a Kroger and several international grocery stores, while Miller has a Best Buy and Target. In addition to well-known fast-food chains, there are a few locally owned spots in the area. West Side Diner serves generous portions of burgers, fries and shakes, with décor straight out of the 1950s. Scratch BBQ and Catering opened a brick-and-mortar location in 2023 after the success of their catering business, serving house-smoked meats and sides made from scratch. Miller Road also connects to the Genesee Valley Center shopping mall 3 miles away. Many of the mall's stores have closed in recent years, but there are still a few large retailers like Barnes & Noble.

Best Buy on Miller Road gives Chevrolet locals east access to tech support and media.
Best Buy on Miller Road gives Chevrolet locals east access to tech support and media.
Catering success led Scratch BBQ to open a bar and restaurant west of Chevrolet in 2023.
Catering success led Scratch BBQ to open a bar and restaurant west of Chevrolet in 2023.
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Public schools and a free early childhood education center

Eisenhower Elementary School is about a mile away and receives a D-plus grade from Niche. Kids can move on to Holmes STEM Middle School Academy, which was renovated in 2024. The middle school gets a 2 out of 10 rating from GreatSchools. Southwestern Classical Academy, rated C, is the district's primary high school. Genesee County also participates in a school-of-choice program, which means parents can apply to send their children anywhere in Flint or surrounding suburbs. Before kids are old enough to enter the classroom, Cummings Great Expectations Flint is a free, full-day and yearlong early child education center, walkable from many homes in the neighborhood.

Over 200 attending students are challenged to excel at Eisenhower Elementary School.
Over 200 attending students are challenged to excel at Eisenhower Elementary School.
Flint Academy and Southwestern merged in 1989 into Flint Southwestern Classical Academy.
Flint Academy and Southwestern merged in 1989 into Flint Southwestern Classical Academy.
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Neighbors pitched in to create a local park

Sarginson Park is a nearby green space with basketball courts, tennis courts and a softball field. Neighborhood volunteers helped renovate the park in 2016, adding a brand-new playground, a covered pavilion and a public grill. Swartz Creek Municipal Golf is just a few miles south, with a 27-hole course open to the public. On the neighborhood's north side, Corunna Road connects to the paved Genesee Valley Trail, which spans 8 miles across the city. The trails run over to Chevy Commons, which is being renovated to become the first state park in Genesee County.

Sarginson Park is also home to many neighborhood basketball rivalries.
Sarginson Park is also home to many neighborhood basketball rivalries.
The greens at Swartz Creek Valley Park are perfect for a casual off-season stroll.
The greens at Swartz Creek Valley Park are perfect for a casual off-season stroll.
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Accessible bus lines and expressways

Downtown Flint is 3 miles east, accessible via bus lines along Corunna and Miller Road. The bus line also goes west to all of Miller's shopping options. Chevrolet also has easy access to all major interstates running through the city. The I-69 and I-75 interchange offers direct routes to Lansing, Detroit and the Canadian border. The McLaren Flint Hospital is 1 mile north, and Bishop International Airport is 3 miles south. Due to the nearby interstates and airport, there can be some noise pollution in the neighborhood.

The EPA recommends the use of water filters

About a decade ago, inadequate water treatment led to dangerous levels of lead in Flint's tap water. Although the Environmental Protection Agency declared the water safe in 2016, the city is still improving its water system infrastructure. For now, the EPA still advises residents to use water filters.

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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Bishop International

18 min drive

Bus

Wbd Miller & Knight

Bus

Wbd Miller & Knapp

Bus

Wbd Miller & Barney

Bus

Wbd Miller & Ballenger

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Chevrolet US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$53,000
Median Single Family Price
$54,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$66
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$59,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
850
Median Year Built
1951
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
934
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,020
Median Age
35
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$40,032
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$37,057

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
76.8%
College Graduates
5.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.1%
% Population in Labor Force
50.5%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
36''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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