2021 Best Places to Live in the Flint Area

Grand Blanc

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.75 out of 5  73 reviews

Current Resident: Support for healthy living in the community with bike trails and parks! Farmers Market on Sundays during the summertime with fresh produce, fitness centers for working out when outdoor conditions are not ideal. Close to a running store and bike shop. Several chain options available for dining in town as well as some nice local restaurants. Quick drive to shopping centers, good-quality Kroger in town for grocery shopping. Convenient commute as the town is right at the merge point of US-23 and I-75. More expensive to live here than other places I've lived in, but safer community and better amenities...Read 73 Reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• 7,905 Population

Grand Blanc Charter Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.61 out of 5  99 reviews

Current Resident: I like the activities and opportunities the community offers, along with the restaurants. Though I don’t like that some students in the community can be ignorant and insensitive towards peoples beliefs and things that are happening in the world...Read 99 Reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• 36,646 Population

Linden

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 4.06 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: This community is amazing! We have a group here called linden pay it forward we all help each other when needed and pay it forward when we can. My brother was in a car accident leaving him paralyzed the whole community came together they installed a sidewalk for my brother, brought meals, helped with laundry. Highly recommended living here!...Read 16 Reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B+

• 3,895 Population

Flushing

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 4 out of 5  43 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Flushing, Michigan for about 7 years now. I love Flushing and its small town feel, and I also love that I am able to live outside of the city but be only a few miles away from downtown. Flushing is a very safe place, and there is very little crime. I have always felt very comfortable in my town, and I know many other people who feel the same way!...Read 43 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• 7,968 Population

Tyrone Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Niche User: Yes, If I had to grow up again I would choose to live in Fenton Michigan. I think Fenton has a bright future ahead of it. Teachers at Fenton area public schools just received an increase in their budgets. Also, the software was updated throughout the district...Read 4 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• 10,432 Population

Lake Fenton

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.44 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: Great small town, lakes everywhere, friendly people, easy access to expressways, great schools. Lots of new homes being built yet prices are very affordable. Lake living or acreage available.Read 9 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B minus

• 5,284 Population

Davison

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 4.24 out of 5  37 reviews

Current Resident: Davison has great schools and quiet, close-knit neighborhoods. There are great parks locally that provides a family-friendly atmosphere. There are grocery, home improvement, and indoor dining located within a short driving distance. The division is seated between Lapeer and flint, with a short drive to shopping centers...Read 37 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• 4,937 Population

Flushing Charter Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.68 out of 5  31 reviews

Current Resident: Flushing, Michigan is a small town located near Flint that offers amazing service to its residents. The parks and trails scattered throughout downtown make healthy living easy to live by. Safety is the least of its residents concerns since the crime rate is extremely low. Athens only thing I would change is improving the nightlife quality. Though it’s a beautiful town the bare streets can be a bore at night and improving this issue would truly draw in many more families that are looking for something to do...Read 31 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• 10,237 Population

Goodrich

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 4.44 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: Goodrich is a town where its people aren't just numbers. Everyone knows each other and looks out for each other. Its the type of town with no fights and just friendships. I feel as if im heard and looked out for by its people. Throughout my years in this wonderful town I have had the opportunity to many new traditions, such as; Martian bowl Friday, coffee house, and Good Times in Goodrich. This town does a great job of helping its people find themselves. There's no discrimination. Instead it spends its time bringing light to subjects that are normally judged such as the high school care club, lgbtq club, and feminist club. With all of these kids feel more welcomed and want to go to school because there they have friends. Even though its a small town and has a graduating class of 200 students, it still has unique resturants around town. Like its local ice cream shop Lippys, Papa Johns Pizza, and The 411. These are usually filled with familys and friends hanging out...Read 9 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• 1,847 Population

Fenton

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 4.12 out of 5  69 reviews

Current Resident: As a high school student, I find my relatively small town of Fenton, MI very nice. I can't comment on the affordability or the real estate market, however I can say that I know people from a variety of financial statuses that all live and work in my town. Fenton is very welcoming and homely, with a well-kept older center and a newer region. In the older part, there are small businesses and restaurants, as well as parks and rivers and sports courts. Recently, this part of Fenton has also been furnished with artistic statues and decorations. The newer part of Fenton has chain-stores like Walmart, Target, and Culvers, and this is also where Fenton's middle and high school are located. All in all, a resident of Fenton can get everything they want—groceries from Walmart and relaxation from our little parks. It's quite nice...Read 69 Reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• 11,375 Population

Clayton Charter Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 2.67 out of 5  3 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B minus

• 7,235 Population

Holly

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.57 out of 5  37 reviews

Current Resident: Holly is a sweet, little town. There are plenty of activities planned to connect the community each month. Shopping is plentiful, but there are more antique shops than anything else. It is usually kept clean and nicely decorated for each season/holiday...Read 37 Reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• 6,174 Population

Mundy Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.1 out of 5  20 reviews

Current Resident: Mundy Township has improved since I've moved here 3 years ago. They just opened a park roughly a year ago that attracts people from not only Mundy Township but also from surrounding areas. This will bring revenue to the growing area and support the community. They have also recently built a multiuse sportsplex which will also generate revenue for the community. ... The Public Safety Departments are ever-present in daily activities and are quick to respond when an emergency arises. Residents have a sense of security and comfort in their homes knowing the Public Safety Departments are ready at a moment's notice...Read 20 Reviews

• grade B

• grade B minus

• 14,522 Population

Deerfield Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  18 reviews

Niche User: I moved out of my parents house because we started to not get along during the Summer. I now live with my friend's family. I pay rent to stay, but they include me as part of the family. I love it!Read 18 Reviews

• grade B

• grade A minus

• 4,244 Population

Rose Township

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.6 out of 5  10 reviews

Niche User: There is hardly any crime here, its country meets city so there are some hillbilly lawns but no graffiti, and there is upscale expensive towns that get refinished very often making it a very unique place to live...Read 10 Reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• 6,448 Population

Davison Township

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.49 out of 5  41 reviews

Current Resident: Nice, clean, quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors. The surrounding area and businesses are easily accessible and safe. The local festivals and events are fun and family friendly.Read 41 Reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• 19,173 Population

Groveland Township

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.6 out of 5  10 reviews

Niche User: There may be some petty theft, but overall nothing huge. No gangs, organized crime, violent crime, etc.Read 10 Reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• 5,644 Population

Corunna

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 4 out of 5  6 reviews

Current Resident: Corunna is a great small town atmosphere to feel comfortable in. The restaurants downtown are delicious and very welcoming. The town comes together in a time of need and celebrates during good times. The town's park is always bustling with activities. Some of them are fireworks on the 4th of July, food truck Tuesdays during the summer, and light displays during December...Read 6 Reviews

• grade B

• grade C+

• 3,371 Population

Swartz Creek

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.61 out of 5  28 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to Swartz Creek the summer of 2016. I was nervous about starting at a new school, but after a few weeks I felt welcomed by most of the people in the school. Throughout the the rest of my time at the middle school and high school I got to meet a ton of friends. I really love how there's such a tight knit community here in Swartz Creek...Read 28 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• 5,535 Population

Burton

• Suburb in Michigan
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  56 reviews

Current Resident: It's a small town, not too busy. I adore the city, the people, the neighbors, the small store owners. The only thing i would ever change about Burton would have to be the roads, they are horrible in certain spots especially on Bristol rd...Read 56 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C+

• 28,654 Population

Ortonville

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.85 out of 5  20 reviews

Current Resident: Ortonville is a very small, tight-knit town. Although there isn’t much excitement in the village, there’s a sense of community that is unbeatable. Whether it is sitting in the parking lot of the local grocery store, or catching a game at Blackhawk stadium, the kindness of the residents will always exist. It is lacking in restaurants, however neighboring towns have much to offer...Read 20 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• 1,650 Population

Elba Township

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.93 out of 5  15 reviews

Niche User: I would definitely live here again. This is the best place to live. The public school's are really good, there is a small college campus here, a catholic school, and a private school. Whatever type of schooling you want, we've got it. There are several grocery stores and restaurants to pick from. The movie theater is great or you could go downtown to the Pix and see a live play, a concert, or a comedian...Read 15 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• 5,222 Population

Lapeer

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.91 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: I love our town. We are really starting to boom. Lapeer used to be the center hub for the largest mental health facility in the World. We still have some of the best medical care in the United States in Michigan. It’s a great place to raise a family. You can walk in town and go to Dagwoods for the best sandwiches in the area. Grondin’s College of Cosmetology is a wonderful family owned and operated school for high schoolers to learn to cut hair and do nails in town. You can often stroll through the farmers market and find awesome art and produce from the local farmers and bee keepers in the area. We also have many large businesses coming to the area such as Kroger, Michaels, Marshalls. Lapeer is also home to organizations such as the Lapeer Community Choir...Read 23 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• 8,676 Population

Owosso

• Town in Michigan
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  32 reviews

Current Resident: My husband and I were both born and raised in Owosso. We moved away with our baby boy back in 1983 due to work relocation. Now that we are nearing retirement we have purchased a home in Owosso and look foward to becoming snowbirds between Owosso and FL each year. Owosso has always been in our heart and we consider it "home". The people, the town, the atmosphere, everything. It is refreshing after living through the hustle and bustle of a busy metro city in FL. It is nice to see that many people we had grown up with and gone to school with are still living in Owosso. That speaks volumes.... Love Owosso!...Read 32 Reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C+

• 14,536 Population

Argentine

• Suburb in Michigan

• grade B minus

• grade B+

• 2,558 Population