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Natural areas in Northeast Flint have easy access to commercial corridors
Enwrapping the shores of the Kearsley Reservoir, Northeast Flint is a community with some of the easiest access to natural areas of anywhere in the city limits. Waterfront ranch-style houses and small suburban starter homes collide in this established, tree-heavy neighborhood full of community parks, ice fishing holes and rail trails. Yet even with its access to quiet rivers and waterfalls, residents are still within easy reach of commercial options in Flint's Eastside too.
Kayaking and fishing spots on the Flint River, frozen lakes and waterfalls
The northeastern corner of Flint is a wellspring of outdoor escapes. With the Flint River healthier than it has been in decades, there are now several popular kayaking and fishing spots nearby. "Because of its contamination legacy from when the auto industry was so big in Flint, there's this negative feeling about the river. And then, of course, the Flint Drinking Water Crisis," says Tom Esper, education manager for the Flint River Watershed Coalition. "But when they come out to our programs, they find the chemicals in here are not so bad after all. This is a clean river. It is a healthy river, and you can eat the fish, you can go swimming, you can go boating, all of those things." Stepping Stone Falls remains a hotspot for bluegill and bass. Kearsley Reservoir is full of black crappie. In the wintertime, it's not uncommon to spot ice fishing shanties and skaters on the frozen reservoir. In the summer, residents head to Rollingwood Park for picnics, pickup basketball and playground meetups. Kearsley Lake Municipal Golf Course offers 18 holes and views of Kearsley Reservoir for casual outings, tournaments and league matchups.
Remodeled woodland cottages and waterfront ranchers
Remodeled cottages, multi-story homes and ranch-style houses are what most buyers find in Northeast Flint. Remodeled cottages and starter homes that sit on quarter-acre lots backing up to small woodland patches tend to begin in price around $75,000, rarely exceeding $100,000. Larger homes sitting on waterfront lots at the end of long driveways tend to sell for $125,000 to $200,000. The community also still has several investment opportunities, including an assortment of cottages and other starter homes needing repairs. Most investment homes sell for $10,000 to $50,000. Several mobile home parks can also be found in Northeast Flint, but pricing data for these is limited.
Park adopters and churches provide community service
Many residents take pride in the neighborhood's waterways and natural features. "There's a reason to live out there, and that's because it is beautiful, and you do want to keep it pristine, if you can," Esper says. Friends of Rollingwood Park is among the longest-running contributors to the city's Adopt a Park program. Since 2011, the organization has served Rollingwood Park with cleanup days and other improvements stemming from a master plan. There's many other ways residents stay active and involved in the community though. Churches like Flint City Church are a big part of that, offering weekly gatherings, monthly breakfasts and plenty of service opportunities, like food pantry volunteer work.
Short trips to Kroger and donut shops on Richfield Road
Richfield Road offers many options to grab a bite to eat or resupply on groceries from Kroger. Several restaurants along the roadway are highly rated by regulars and first-time customers alike. Grandma's Recipes is known for its comfort food classics like crispy fried chicken and chicken noodle soup with house-made noodles. B & J's Donuts is a popular option for commuters looking for a quick bite and a shot of coffee before work. Cantonese Gourmet Eats is a popular option for both dining-in and takeout.
Busses and trails provide alternatives to driving downtown
Getting around the city from Northeast Flint is fairly easy. Most residential streets contain a sidewalk, allowing residents to walk to parks and businesses nearby. Cyclists can even use the Flint River Trail to reach downtown businesses and college campuses. The neighborhood is also served by city bus routes, offering an alternative to driving.
School choice offers alternatives to Potter Elementary
Flint schools use a choice program that allows students to apply to attend any school in the district. Most students begin at Potter Elementary, rated D-plus by Niche. Once they reach seventh grade, students attend the Accelerated Learning Academy, rated C-minus by Niche, where they stay until high school graduation. Some parents send their children to private charter schools in the area, such as the New Standard Academy, which does not have a Niche rating but receives a 3 out of 10 by Greatschools.
Some lingering concerns regarding water and crime
Although the Flint River forms a large flood zone that abuts Northeast Flint, there are no flood zones within the community that impact residential areas. Even so, water is still a sensitive topic in the city because of the Flint Drinking Water Crisis. In 2014, dangerous levels of lead entered city tap water due to improper water treatment measures. Two years later, water quality tests met federal safety requirements once again. Today, the recovery process of replacing outdated pipes in all homes across the city is nearing completion with assistance from the state government. However, the Environmental Protection Agency still recommends residents use a water filter in the interim.
Crime rates in Northeast Flint are generally lower than some parts of the city, but still a concern for some residents. The community's overall CAP Index score is only one point above the national average of 4. However, that is because low rates of property crime skew the data. Meanwhile, some rates of violent crime are twice the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Stepping Stone Falls
Rollingwood Park
Transit
Airport
Bishop International
27 min drive
Bus
Western & Planfield
Bus
Boulevard & Rollingwood Apts
Bus
Branch And Plainfield
Bus
Pierson & Branch
Bus
Western & Pierson
Bus
Boulevard & Dort
Bus
Western & Gamma
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northeast Flint
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northeast Flint, Flint sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Northeast Flint, Flint over the last 12 months is $83,758, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming ranch that feels nearly new. A welcoming covered front sitting porch and new deck (2025) overlooks this privacy fenced yard. Finished lower level rec room with glass block windows. Newer kitchen has ceramic tile floor. Easy maintenance newer laminate floors in newer bathroom and bedrooms. Freshly painted and immaculate. Newer vinyl windows and front exterior. Immediate move in before
Come and see this affordable 3 bed 1 bath home located near Kearsley Resevoir! Just minutes from shopping, highways, Blue Bell Beach, Stepping Stone Falls, and Crossroads Village! Home includes washer and dryer, newer furnace and water heater, and even some planter boxes! Front planters are planted with clover and the back planter and patches include asparagus, blueberries, raspberries,
One of a kind, 20 acre parcel land right on a golf course and lake. This land is adjacent to a developed subdivision. An amazing opportunity for builders, developers, investors. Bring an offer!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,870
Median Age
35
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,749
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,193
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
College Graduates
5.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
50.9%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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