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School and home renovations are revitalizing Metawanne Hills
Directly north of Flint’s largest hospital, Metawanne Hills is a residential neighborhood showing signs of growth. Investments in new schools and remodeled homes are helping reinvigorate the community alongside the rest of the city. Commercial activity and park access are not as available as in some nearby neighborhoods, but Metawanne Hills is nevertheless conveniently situated close to downtown Flint and a handful of recreational amenities.
Sloping hills mean that very few of the streets in Metawanne Hills meet at right angles.
Hurley Medical Center is one of the largest employers in Flint near to Metawanne Hills.
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Investment homes are increasing supply and property values
Since 2021, the average home value in Metawanne Hills has increased by roughly $15,000, a result of investors coming in to fix up homes in the neighborhood. The increasing supply of move-in-ready Colonial Revival and American Foursquare homes now tend to sell for just under $100,000. Meanwhile, cottages and other starter homes still in need of repairs tend to sell for $10,000 to $40,000.
Some of the Foursquare homes in Metawanne Hills have seen recent renovations.
Contemporary colonials have begun to pop up in the north part of Metawanne Hills recent years.
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New STEM academies and private religious options nearby
Flint public schools follow a school-choice system, meaning students can apply to attend their preferred school. Students can begin at Doyle Ryder Elementary, which receives a D-plus rating from Niche, followed by Holmes STEM Middle School Academy, currently unrated. In 2024, city leaders cut the ribbon on a new campus for Holmes, featuring new amenities like a running track and community center. For high school, most students in the neighborhood graduate from Southwestern Classical Academy, rated C. Private religious and charter schools are popular alternatives, including A-rated Powers Catholic High School.
Children can easily walk or bike to Doyle-Ryder Community Education Center.
Holmes STEM Academy offers studies for junior high students in Flint.
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Short walks to Midway Market and downtown businesses
There aren't many businesses in Metawanne Hills, and most commercial activity consists of small retail spaces like Midway Market, which offers light groceries and prepared foods. Most restaurants and shops can be found southward on Martin Luther King Avenue, which heads directly into downtown Flint, where even more options sit on Saginaw Street. The closest grocery store to Metawanne Hills is a Save A Lot about a mile away.
Hungry Metawanne Hills residents can find many dining options at the Flint Farmers Market.
Midway Market has one of the most affordable selections of groceries near Metawanne Hills.
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Walkable to Bassett Park and the Genesee Valley Trail
Metawanne Hills is full of tall trees and green lawns. Ramona Park, a small green space in the middle of the neighborhood, has a grassy field popular for picnics and community gatherings. Several other options are a short drive away. Bassett Park, one of Flint's largest parks, is less than a mile away, offering tennis, baseball, a playground and a community center that puts on public events. Thanks to its tree coverage and pavilions, Ballenger Park is a popular option for picnics and barbecues. A few blocks south in the Carriage Town Historic District, residents can pick up the Genesee Valley Trail or the Flint River Trail for hikes and bike rides across the city.
Enjoy the scenic views at forested Bassett Park in northern Flint.
The Flint River Trail cuts through Stepping Stones Falls and connects to north and south Flint.
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Easy commutes to Hurley Medical Center
Commuting from the neighborhood isn't too difficult, given Metawanne Hills' location near downtown. Some residents even walk to their jobs at the Hurley Medical Center, just south of the neighborhood, or to Kettering University, a bit further south. Most streets in the neighborhood run next to a sidewalk, and surrounding major roads have bus routes.
Pipe replacement nearing completion
In 2014, Flint residents saw dangerous levels of lead enter their tap water due to improper water treatment. As of February of 2025, the push to replace all contaminated pipes in Flint is nearing completion. However, the Environmental Protection Agency still recommends residents use a water filter.The neighborhood also contends with higher-than-average rates of crime. The CAP Index Crime Score for Metawanne Hills is only one point higher than the national average for overall crime, but the neighborhood data includes high rates of violent crime.
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Crime and Safety
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Metawanne Hills
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Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Metawanne Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Metawanne Hills, Flint sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Metawanne Hills, Flint over the last 12 months is $18,500, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 1606 Garland Street, a charming home nestled in the heart of Flint's historic 48503 area. This home offers comfortable living with plenty of potential for both first-time buyers and investors. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, first floor laundry room, office, library or flex room and a two car detached garage. Let's not forget the automatic chair lift and aluminum wheelchair ramp
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