
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI from $300 (20 Rentals)
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Flint, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Flint?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Flint Studio Apartments | $927 | $845 | $975 |
Cheap Flint 1 Bedroom Apartments | $856 | $575 | $1,190 |
Cheap Flint 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,036 | $695 | $1,450 |
Cheap Flint 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $800 | $2,050 |
Cheap Flint 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $1,161 | $1,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Flint, MI
Pricing Updated: 07/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Flint, MI area range in price from $575 to $3,299 with an overall median price of $1,403. The three Flint neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Beecher at $775, Swartz Creek Valley Park at $575, and East Village Flint at $645. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Flint Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Beecher | $940 | $775 | 4 |
Swartz Creek Valley Park | $1,279 | $575 | 20 |
East Village Flint | $1,305 | $645 | 49 |
Carriage Town | $1,450 | $645 | 41 |
Central Flint | $1,450 | $645 | 12 |
Downtown Flint | $1,450 | $575 | 68 |
East | $1,450 | $645 | 29 |
Metawanee Hills | $1,450 | $645 | 29 |
North | $1,450 | $650 | 11 |
Northeast Flint Beecher Genesee | $1,450 | $650 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Flint Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Flint, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Cozy Home Apartments in the East neighborhood priced from $645. Village Shore Apartments in the East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Flint apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cozy Home Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
Village Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
River Forest Apartments | 1 x 1 775sf River Forest | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Midway Square Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
Bervean Apartments | 1-Bed | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Flint area is the $0.98 price per square foot The Astor Model at Genesee Village - Flint, MI in the in the Cole Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Flint apartment is the Two Bed/One Bath/ Basement Model at Southgate Townhomes starting at $1,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Flint apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Genesee Village - Flint, MI | The Astor | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
Southgate Townhomes | Two Bed/One Bath/ Basement | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Stonehenge Gates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 960 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Carriage House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
River Forest Apartments | 1 x 1 816sf River Forest | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Country Club Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Sylvester Manor | One Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Huntington Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Campus Village Flint | 2BR/1BA Premium | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Village Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Flint Overview
Flint, Michigan offers affordable city living in a great location. It’s the largest city in its county, and apartments in Flint, MI, are available year-round. The city has a bit of a “tough” reputation, but businesses and residents are working hard to reverse negative trends. The city is now in a rebuilding stage, making it a great time to move in.
Why live in Flint, MI?
" There’s no doubt that Flint has had some troubles in the past. However, things are definitely turning around. If you work in downtown Flint or go to school at the University of Michigan or Kettering University, living in the city is a natural choice. The downtown area in particular is seeing a lot of residential growth. Most people like the easy commute to work and the ability to bike or walk wherever you need to go. Not needing a car can save a lot of money."
Flint, MIPopulation: 95,943
Ranked #331
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Flint, MI
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Flint Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Flint?
The cheapest apartment in Flint is Cozy Home Apartments which is listed at $645, while the average apartment in Flint costs $1,403.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Flint?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 158 regular apartments in Flint that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Flint?
Cheap apartments in Flint have an average cost of $675 which is $728 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Flint.
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