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Strong community connections are leading to improvements for Northeast Village
Just south of the city line, Northeast Village is a gradually transforming neighborhood and a testament to Flint's resiliency. It's a community that maintains a strong sense of togetherness even decades after Interstate 475 split through the grid, displacing many Black families. In the decades since, residents have come together to form numerous block clubs, community centers and service networks that have helped improve the neighborhood's quality of life. While there is still some work to do, appreciating home values hints at a more prosperous future for Northeast Village.
Block clubs and historic churches provide important services and community spaces
Churches and community centers provide crucial meeting spaces for the block clubs that care for the neighborhood. No Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church mows Martin Parks' grass and maintains its amenities through the city's Adopt a Park program. "Park adopters sign a contract for one year, agreeing that they will do ABC, like pick up trash, report suspicious behavior, that kind of stuff," says Tom Esper, education manager for the Flint River Watershed Coalition. Foss Avenue Baptist Church was founded by Avery Aldridge, a well-known civil rights leader who was one of Flint's earliest pastors to preach across racial barriers, even before the end of segregation. Under his leadership, Foss Avenue Baptist Church grew into a powerhouse of community services that still serves the community with its credit union branch, free clothing center, and activity center for afterschool programs.
Easy access to the Flint River Trail and Bluebell Beach
Residents have no shortage of ways to stay active. Those living west of I-475 have easy access to basketball and tennis courts at Martin Park, or Ophelia Bonner Park's playgrounds, walking paths and baseball diamond. East of I-475, residents can walk to the Avery Aldridge Activity Center for indoor basketball and afterschool programs. Cyclists and hikers can access a trailhead for the Flint River Trail, which passes through Up River Park, a popular fishing spot. "It's a lengthy park, and the Flint River Trail runs all through there, which is a paved path that runs all the way out to the city limit," Esper says. "That trail takes you all the way up to Bluebell Beach." Along the way, trailblazers can visit Stepping Stone Falls, another popular fishing spot that's also a common place for picnics.
Low prices for starter homes with appreciating value entice investors
Home to several public housing communities and mobile home parks, Northeast Village is a rental-heavy community where nearly two-thirds of all residents rent their property. Many residents also rent single-family homes from their owners. Most listings in Northeast Village are for starter homes sold as investment properties that can later be rented out, many of which need maintenance. Investors are enticed by the low cost of these cottages and small ranch-style houses. However, depending on the amount of work required, investment properties can vary in price. Homes needing significant work, such as structural repairs, often sell for $5,000 to $15,000. Others closer to move-in ready condition might require some light cosmetic fixes. These homes typically sell for between $20,000 and $45,000. Some buyers have also purchased vacant parcels where a home once stood. Most parcels max out at a third of an acre, selling for between $15,000 and $30,000 per acre.
Locally-owned restaurants and food markets on Saginaw Street
Most residents head to Saginaw Street for commercial needs. The roadway offers an assortment of barber shops, convenience stores and car washes. A few restaurants can be found south near Pierson Road. Big Baby's BBQ is popular for its smoked wings and mac and cheese, but fried catfish is the favored menu item. Next door, Pierson Grill offers a no-frills spot for breakfast sandwiches and cheeseburgers. Residents west of I-475 also have relatively easy access to groceries from Hutchinson Food Market. East of I-475, fresh produce is not as easily accessible without a car, but a few dollar stores help with basic grocery items.
Walkability hindered by train tracks and highways
Because of some physical barriers, living in Northeast Village greatly benefits from owning a car. While most residential areas are walkable, there are limited pedestrian crossings over I-475. There are even fewer pedestrian crossings over the trainyard. However, bus routes do make stops in the neighborhood on both sides of I-475.
Students can choose STEM academies or other city schools
Flint Community Schools use a school choice model. Students can apply to attend any school in the city. Most begin at Potter Elementary, which has a Niche score of D. Seventh and eighth-grade students age up to Holmes STEM Middle School Academy, currently unrated. Students attend the Accelerated Learning Academy for their last four years of school, which does not have a Niche rating but claims a Greatschools rating of 3 out of 10.
Some lingering concerns over crime, water and superfund sites
Some of the area is industrial, including an active train yard. Between trains and I-475, noise can be an issue for some residents. Some industrial areas are also designated superfund sites contaminated with toxic pollutants. In 2014, Flint residents saw dangerous amounts of lead enter city tap water due to inadequate water treatment. In 2016, the water returned to meeting federal safety requirements, initiating the subsequent recovery phase to replace contaminated pipes. As of early 2025, the goal to replace all lead pipes in the city is nearly complete thanks to state-level assistance. However, as a precaution, the EPA still recommends using a water filter until all homes in Flint have their lead pipes removed. Crime is also an issue in the neighborhood, with a CAP Index crime score two points higher than the national average.
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Transit
Airport
Bishop International
25 min drive
Bus
Horton & Lorado
Bus
Webster & Hathaway
Bus
Nbd Saginaw & Mott
Bus
Horton & Ruth
Bus
Nbd Saginaw & Sherman
Bus
Horton & Holbrook
Bus
Wbd Pierson & Industrial
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northeast Village
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northeast Village, Flint sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Northeast Village, Flint over the last 12 months is $22,924, down 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
***LAND CONTRACT TERMS available. Great Rental Investment or makes a great starter home. 2Bedroom , 1Bath ranch style home with a 1Car Detached garage. Spacious backyard , partially fenced-in.
**WOW**3 BEDROOM, 1.1 BATHROOM HOME**LARGE LIVING ROOM TONS OF NATURAL LIGHT**NICE SIZE KITCHEN WITH PLENTY OF CABINET SPACE**THREE SPACIOUS BEDROOMS WITH PLENTY OF CLOSET SPACE**FULL BATH LOCATED CONVIENTLY BETWEEN BEDROOMS**UNFINISHED BASEMENT HAS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR STORAGE**LARGE BACKYARD**CLOSE TO FREEWAYS**
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,597
Median Age
29
Population under 18
37.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$21,878
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,061
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.2%
College Graduates
8.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.4%
% Population in Labor Force
51.4%
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®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 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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