1198 E Russell Ave, Flint, MI 48505
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SOLD
NOV 12, 2025

$10,000

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 12, 2025 for $10,000 (1,098% above list price)
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 720 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 720 sqft

1198 E Russell Ave, Flint, MI 48505

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
720 sqft
Price/Sqft
$14/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

1198 E Russell Ave
Flint, MI 48505
United States
This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!

This house is pending sale as of Friday March 13th, 2026!
This house is for sale on a land contract with owner financing.

$2500 downpayment
$835 monthly payments
79k total asking price
30 year term
Monthly payments include both dwelling insurance and property taxes for as long as you stay.

Spacious move in ready, super clean 2-Bedroom a charming bungalow on a quiet corner lot and endless potential. This home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers. With brand new roof November 2025, brand new gutters November 2025 and durable vinyl plank flooring throughout most of the home, the next owner will enjoy a strong head start on bringing their personal touch and finishing updates. Spacious living areas, generous bedroom sizes, and a practical layout make this property both comfortable and versatile.

This can be your new address schedule your showing today!

We do not use background checks, rental history, or credit scores for the approval process.

Disclaimer, a approved application from us does not hold a house while an individual or family saves up for the down payment

We do not hold houses.

Please do not spend money here we do not use the Zillow applications and ours is free!

1198 E Russell Ave
Flint, MI 48505
United States

This house is for sale on a land contract with owner financing.

$2500 downpayment
$835 monthly payments
79k total asking price
30 year term
Monthly payments include both dwelling insurance and property taxes for as long as you stay.

Spacious move in ready, super clean 2-Bedroom a charming bungalow on a quiet corner lot and endless potential. This home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers. With brand new roof November 2025, brand new gutters November 2025 and durable vinyl plank flooring throughout most of the home, the next owner will enjoy a strong head start on bringing their personal touch and finishing updates. Spacious living areas, generous bedroom sizes, and a practical layout make this property both comfortable and versatile.

This can be your new address schedule your showing today!

We do not use background checks, rental history, or credit scores for the approval process.

Disclaimer, a approved application from us does not hold a house while an individual or family saves up for the down payment

We do not hold houses.

Please do not spend money here we do not use the Zillow applications and ours is free!
1198 E Russell Ave, Flint, MI 48505 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 720 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $10,000 on Nov 12, 2025 (1,098% above the $835 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2025 with an asking price of $835 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 17, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $798/month.

Home Details for 1198 E Russell Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Rent to Own

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $14/sqft

Comparable Sales for 1198 E Russell Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1151 E Lorado Ave, Flint, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$13,000
10/01/25
2
1
696 sqft
1213 E Hobson Ave, Flint, MI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$20,000
09/25/25
2
1
746 sqft
1046 Fairfax St, Flint, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$7,200
03/10/26
2
1
704 sqft
5709 Dupont St, Flint, MI
0.08
Single-Family Home
$28,000
06/03/26
3
-
906 sqft
946 E Bundy Ave, Flint, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$10,300
01/15/26
3
1
1,063 sqft
762 E Alma Ave, Flint, MI
0.62
Single-Family Home
$7,000
02/09/26
3
1
696 sqft
766 E Austin Ave, Flint, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$10,000
07/24/26
3
1.5
906 sqft
1733 Polly St, Flint, MI
0.72
Single-Family Home
$20,000
06/24/26
2
1
768 sqft
1223 W Home Ave, Flint, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$21,000
10/30/25
3
1
905 sqft

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Around this home

What Locals Say about Flint

At least 711 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 24 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Chrisy.neff
    "Friendly neighbors, mix of multigenerational owners and renters. Lots of kids, safe enough to play and ride bikes around the neighborhood."
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  • Chrisy.neff
    "There are lots of families and many of us parents look out for all of the neighborhood kids as they play. The area feels safe for older kids to ride their bikes freely."
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  • Leisha3722
    "Good neighborhood just visiting and looking forward to move in the neighborhood looking forward to starting a new beginning "
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  • Mishaylastacy
    "The city of Flint is slowly making improvements for the community but there is lack of funding to boost the amount and quality of improvements. This area has accessible public transportation and a variety of stores and restaurants."
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  • Wendy Baker
    "Safe environment , peaceful, quiet sit outside at night , walk at night, not a lot noise ,no fighting etc, kids can be outside etc,etc etc etc etc"
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  • Melinda Mccardle
    "I love this entire neighborhood! Not only is it adorable & affordable but the neighbors are very friendly and clean!! Blessed to be here"
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  • Debra Love
    "It’s dark when the school bus run where your children we live in apartments there’s a lot of children a lot of try traffic "
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  • Trulia User
    "I can walk to papa’s restaurant, gas station,dollar tree, sit outside enjoy weather. Neighbors friendly watch each house."
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet neighbors are friendly I leave my door open at night walk to the store . Restaurant and gas station walking distance "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is dog fighting that takes place within mott park and it's very loud at night sometimes. local PD has not done anything to stop it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a great place to be brought up and bring your kids and little ones up in. As a child I felt safe, which is why I have moved my family back into the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "very quiet neighborhood and respectful neighbors. mott park is near and is well maintained. the is a coffee shop near the school which is convenient and delicious. "
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  • Trulia User
    "great neighbors and they probably wouldn't like other dogs disturbing there's or not getting along ppl whole like out for one another "
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  • Trulia User
    "a lot of people have dogs in the area I would not recommend walking around without a security dog as protection"
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  • Trulia User
    "a lot of strays, animals are trained to be protective and they are not pets. animals are left outside chained up with no food shelter or water"
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  • Trulia User
    "Not the best neighborhood but not the worst most of my neighbors help each other the rental properties on my street are where most of the problems come from "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for three years. The neighbors are friendly and the kids are good. Convenant stores and transportation. "
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  • Brandie H.
    "Like all cities there are some shady areas that are less desirable. The roads are horrible. Many nice areas & people. I have found that if you are respectful that is what you get in return. "
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  • Trulia User
    "everything you need is only 5 min away! including an elementary school a college and plenty of activities for families to indulge in. a bunch of housing and plenty of restaurants to try while in the area. Nice neighborhood. not much crime. but there is alot. of traffic as well. alot of things are in walking distance."
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  • Trulia User
    "Walking in the park. There’s plenty of fence yard in the Mott Park neighborhood. There are plenty of dog owners."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice area considering alot of places in flint. I lived in that area for about 2 years. there are alot of older ppl in the berry patch. and they are all quiet and friendly ."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here 15 years. I love the neighborhood. Great neighbors, close to work, and downtown has good restaurants and The Capitol Theatre"
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  • Tim C.
    "lots of road construction, but it's for the better. being close to Flint, Grand Blanc and Fenton are really nice"
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  • Kroetschanita
    "short but efficient. nice views and plenty of wildlife. wish it was safer. it would be a great walking area"
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  • Christina
    "You see people walking their dog. we expect for people to clean up behind their pet. You will see wild life "turkeys, deer & rabbits" so keep your pet on a chain."
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  • Christina
    "You do see people walking their dogs. People walking & jogging. Kids playing in their yards. The neighborhood is well kept up & people are friendly. You are close to Meijer & Kroger. Many restaurants nearby."
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  • Delovly1.dj
    "I feel the police presence is needed more but other than that it’s an OK neighborhood . The younger generation use the streets as a race track with no concern of the kids that are on the block for that reason I feel the police presence is needed more but other than that the street lights and well lit I don’t feel too much danger because I know the neighbors in this neighborhood"
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  • Casey L.
    "It’s just not a place to raise a family or settle down as a forever home at all not safe and people are rude"
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  • Dtrouser
    "it's an ok place to live. they are rebuilding and making better schools in the area as I type this. I live in an apartment and I like it. the police station is only like 5 minutes away and nothing is never more than a 15 min drive away"
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  • Trulia User
    "it is not so far out to be calledm "country " but it isnt quite city. It is conveniently located close to nieghbors yet no to close that you can noise yet"
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  • Aewestrick
    "they wouldn’t like the constant shootings, and how it is dangerous to walk alone. some areas are quite but most are dirty and really bad to be in "
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  • Mahir S.
    "I’ve lived her for little more than a year it can be a little stressful and it’s chaotic at times. Robberies and other crimes are on a regular occurrence it helps to have dogs and firearm for protection. "
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  • Zo R.
    "It’s a great neighborhood for long walks with the dogs. Friendly neighbors, families, just a few minutes drive to downtown restaurants and activities. Walk or bike easily to art museum, colleges, theater, planetarium, library. "
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  • Megan.ahejew
    "Disk golf course. Awesome parks, little libraries all over. Community communications to help us get stuff done."
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  • Nicole H.
    "I’ve lived here for awhile and neighbors are friendly and it’s very good school nearby and popular trick or treating spot"
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  • Delovly1.dj
    "There’s always something to do that Involves your family and I like that. I love family outings in Flint do offer a lot"
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  • Nancy C.
    "We have a pocket park on the corner of Franklin/Ohio. Before that, this neighborhood had ZERO redeeming qualities. But that's ALL this place has going for it. I still want out of this area & out of Flint, period."
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  • Kimberly
    "The people here are very courteous of noice issues we don’t have issues with crime or having the police here."
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  • Shannon C.
    " They have kid events in our apartment complex, as well as meals and after school programs. And they offer small things for adults "
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  • Matthewveihl13
    "the churches in the area are community driven. lots of dog walking around longway park. nice area. very centrally located near restaurants and expressway and shopping mall. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$835
Dec 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$835
Dec 11, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$850
Nov 26, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$850
Nov 12, 2025
Source: N/A
Sold
$10,000

Frequently asked questions about 1198 E Russell Ave

  • What is the price history for 1198 E Russell Ave?
    1198 E Russell Ave in Flint, MI last sold for $10,000 in November 2025.
  • Is Flint a buyer's or seller's market?
    Flint is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Flint?
    The median sale price in Flint is $87.18K. That is up $17.2K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Flint?
    Residents describe Flint, MI as well-kept, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Flint, MI.
  • Does 1198 E Russell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1198 E Russell Ave in Flint, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 1198 E Russell Ave have parking?
    Yes, 1198 E Russell Ave in Flint, MI has on-site parking.

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