
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI from $300 (25 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in Flint.


1413 Lincoln Ave

River Forest Apartments

Cozy Home Apartments

3485 Ridgecliffe Dr

1115 Knapp Ave

Bervean Apartments

3462 Ridgecliffe Dr

829 Clinton St
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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 | $960 | $945 | $975 |
Cheap Flint 1 Bedroom Apartments | $853 | $550 | $1,275 |
Cheap Flint 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $710 | $1,400 |
Cheap Flint 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $800 | $1,535 |
Cheap Flint 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $1,161 | $1,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Flint, MI
Pricing Updated: 05/06/2025Current apartment rentals in the Flint, MI area range in price from $550 to $3,299 with an overall median price of $1,323. The three Flint neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Beecher at $825, Northwest Flint Flushing at $595, and Carriage Town at $550. 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 | $825 | $825 | 1 |
Northwest Flint Flushing | $1,026 | $595 | 34 |
Carriage Town | $1,305 | $550 | 27 |
Central Flint | $1,305 | $550 | 28 |
Downtown Flint | $1,305 | $550 | 48 |
East | $1,305 | $550 | 27 |
East Village Flint | $1,305 | $550 | 28 |
North | $1,305 | $550 | 27 |
University Park | $1,305 | $550 | 24 |
Northeast Flint Genesee | $1,399 | $550 | 88 |
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. Midway Square Townhomes in the East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $693. 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 |
Midway Square Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
Green Pine Acres Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Kings Lane Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Flint East Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Flint, MI
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Flint area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2Bed 2Bath Model at Riverwood Luxury Apartments in the in the Cole Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Flint apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Carriage House Apartments starting at $965 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the East 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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Riverwood Luxury Apartments | 2Bed 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Carriage House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Miller West Apartments | Durant | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
The Elms at Granada | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
Southgate Townhomes | One Bed/One Bath Hammerberg Road | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
612 E 3rd St, Unit Apartment #2 | 612 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Sylvester Manor | One Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Green Pine Acres Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Genesee Village - Flint, MI | The Brentwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Campus Village Flint | 2BR/1BA Premium | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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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."
Best Local Schools in Flint, MI
Leota Fiedler Elementary School
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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 $1,323.
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 211 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 $827 which is $496 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Flint.
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