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property at 3702 Ivanhoe Ave

$870

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$870

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3702 Ivanhoe Ave

FlintMI48506

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property at 2188 E Parkwood Ave

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2188 E Parkwood Ave

BurtonMI48529

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Flint, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Flint, MI

Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Flint, MI area range in price from $575 to $3,299 with an overall median price of $1,331. The three Flint neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Flint Flushing at $650, Beecher at $775, and Swartz Creek Valley Park at $725. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Flint Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northwest Flint Flushing$1,075$65056
Beecher$1,085$77512
Swartz Creek Valley Park$1,125$72512
Northeast Flint Beecher Genesee$1,132$65018
Downtown Flint$1,208$65039
Metawanee Hills$1,208$65020
Northeast Flint Genesee$1,253$57567
East$1,260$65013
North$1,260$65013
University Park$1,260$65012

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. River Forest Apartments in the Northwest Flint Flushing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Flint apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cozy Home Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$645
River Forest Apartments1 x 1 775sf River Forest1BR,1BA$650
Campus Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
Southgate Townhomes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$650
Bervean Apartments1-Bed1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Flint area is the $0.87 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Loft Model at Maple Park Terraces in the in the South Flint Grand Blanc neighborhood starting from $1,044. The second greatest value Flint apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Cedarshores Apartments starting at $978 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Northeast Flint Beecher Genesee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Flint apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maple Park TerracesTwo Bed Two Bath Loft2BR,2BA$0.87
Cedarshores Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93
Summerfield ApartmentsAvailable Now! Summerfield Condos! Kearsley Sch...2BR,1BA$0.86
Stonehenge Gates2 Bedroom 1 Bath 960 sq ft2BR,1BA$0.98
Boulder Creek ApartmentsDeluxe2BR,1BA$1.08
Southgate Townhomes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.94
River Forest Apartments1 x 1 816sf River Forest1BR,1BA$0.86
Huntington Circle2 Bed 1 Bath Standard2BR,1BA$0.97
Campus Village Flint2BR/1BA Premium2BR,1BA$0.94
Campus Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93

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Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Flint

What type of rentals are currently available in Flint?

There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,595. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Flint ranging from $500 to $1,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Flint?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Flint ranges from $500 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $953.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.