Neighborhood in Flint, Michigan
Genesee County 48504
Sterling and Myrtle is a small, northwestern Flint neighborhood close to parks. The area, which includes Sterling and Myrtle streets, is about 4 miles from downtown Flint. "The thing about Flint is that the cost of living is relatively low compared to surrounding cities," says Kevin Flowers, a Realtor with Keller Williams First. "In general, on average, you are looking at smaller, more affordable houses."
The neighborhood has a variety of homes, typically under 1,200 square feet. Many date to the 1950s and '60s, including bungalows and Cape Cods. Basements, carports, garages and fenced yards are some of the features. Sidewalks connect the lots, which are fairly close together, on gridded streets with plenty of trees. Prices range from about $17,000 to $83,000. "If somebody is looking for a house under $100,000, they'll find it with minimal issues," Flowers says.
Max Brandon Park, known by some as Forest Park, is east of the neighborhood. It's one of Flint's largest open spaces, with over 100 acres, including trails, a basketball court and boardwalks through restored wetlands. Events at the park have included nature photography hikes and the Juneteenth Celebration Parade. To the north, Flint Lake Park, once the site of an amusement park, is now a quiet natural space popular for fishing.
In the neighborhood's southeast section is Prince Party Store, a small convenience store. To the north, between the parks, is Mr. B's Supermarket. To the west, along Clio Road and Pasadena Avenue, are some businesses, including Big John Steak & Onion, a Michigan sandwich chain established in Flint. Within a couple of miles, there's the Hallwood Plaza shopping center, which has some shops and eateries like Moni's Hibachi. Downtown's Flint Farmers' Market is on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays all year and puts on special events like the Flint Handmade Spring Craft Market in April, the Pavillion Opening Day in May and the Christmas in July Night Market.
Kids may attend Brownell STEM Academy, which serves kindergarten through fifth grade and earns a D grade from Niche. Holmes STEM Middle School Academy, for sixth through eighth grades, has a 2 out of 10 rating from GreatSchools. Flint Southwestern Classical Academy, for seventh through 12th grades, has a C from Niche. The academy is an authorized International Baccalaureate World School. The Schools of Choice program for Flint Community Schools allows students to attend other schools in the district. There are also several charter schools in the area.
Mass Transit Authority (MTA) buses serve the neighborhood with several routes and stops on surrounding streets. About 2 miles west of the neighborhood, there's access to Interstate 75. Sterling and Myrtle residents with a short commute include employees of the McLaren Flint hospital, about 3 miles away, and General Motors Flint Assembly plant, about 6 miles away. Bishop International Airport, about 8 miles to the south, has carriers United Airlines, American Airlines and Allegiant Air.
Flint's water contamination crisis was at its peak in 2014. A few years later, the Environmental Protection Agency declared the water safe, but filtering tap water for drinking is still advised.
Brian Lindstrom
eRealty
(810) 605-7461
85 Total Sales
1 in Sterling and Myrtle
$24,900 Price
Kendalyn Ross
WEICHERT, REALTORS - Grant Hamady
(810) 777-7015
139 Total Sales
2 in Sterling and Myrtle
$30,000 Price Range
David Taljonick
REMAX Right Choice
(810) 428-1048
212 Total Sales
2 in Sterling and Myrtle
$16K - $20K Price Range
Shelly Wolin
WEICHERT, REALTORS - Grant Hamady
(810) 553-3847
216 Total Sales
8 in Sterling and Myrtle
$18K - $31K Price Range
Tim Elder
Real Estate For A CAUSE
(810) 285-7798
72 Total Sales
2 in Sterling and Myrtle
$3K - $5K Price Range
Natasha Warren
Keller Williams First
(810) 242-0202
73 Total Sales
2 in Sterling and Myrtle
$31K - $82K Price Range
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sterling and Myrtle | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Sterling and Myrtle, Flint sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sterling and Myrtle, Flint over the last 12 months is $41,529, up 72% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$42,900
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